Best Online Computer Science Programs in Dubuque, IA (2026)

Dubuque, Iowa has 5 accredited schools offering computer science programs, with tuition ranging from $4,696 to $12,397 per year for indexed programs. Dubuque has a population of about 59,271. Median household income is $64,985 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 33.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. In the Dubuque, IA metro area, the top-earning computer science-related role is Computer and Information Systems Manager at a median $136,670 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2025).

Closest Computer Science Schools to Dubuque

The 5 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 5 schools in our directory that offer computer science programs near Dubuque. Distances are calculated from Dubuque city center.

Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Iowa schools on the Iowa computer science page.

Computer Science Wages Near Dubuque

Dubuque is part of the Dubuque, IA metro area (BLS area code 20220). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Iowa statewide.

Source: BLS, May 2025 Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes wage data at the metro (MSA) and state level – not by individual city.

Dubuque at a Glance

Other Dubuque-Area Cities With Computer Science Programs

• Clinton, IA – 51.3 mi away (30,930 pop)
• Marion, IA – 54.9 mi away (38,480 pop)
• Freeport, IL – 56.6 mi away (24,717 pop)
• Cedar Rapids, IA – 61.9 mi away (184,610 pop)
• Davenport, IA – 65.5 mi away (288,233 pop)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many accredited computer science schools are near Dubuque, IA?

Our directory has 5 accredited schools offering computer science programs near Dubuque. The closest is Emmaus Bible College in Dubuque, IA (0.6 miles), and the farthest of the schools shown is Highland Community College (55.1 miles). 5 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.

What are the highest-paying computer science roles near Dubuque?

Based on BLS OEWS May 2025 wage data, the top-paying computer science-related roles near Dubuque are: Computer and Information Systems Manager ($136,670), Database Architect ($124,040), Information Security Analyst ($119,710). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Iowa statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.

Should I look at programs in Clinton instead of Dubuque?

Clinton, IA is 51.3 miles from Dubuque and has its own set of local computer science programs – see the city’s page. For online programs, distance matters less; for hybrid or in-person formats, comparing both can help.

Is Dubuque an affordable place to study computer science?

Dubuque’s median household income of $64,985 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Dubuque while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Iowa public universities often offer reduced in-state online tuition.

How do I verify a program is accredited?

Confirm institutional accreditation via the U.S. Department of Education database (U.S. Dept. of Education database), and check for any program-specific accreditation listed by the school.

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Data verified: June 11, 2026. Salary, employment, and tuition figures on this page are sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS May 2025; Employment Projections 2024–2034) and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2023 cohort). The source agency and data year are cited inline with every statistic.