Best Online Computer Science Programs in Louisville, KY (2026)
Louisville, Kentucky has a population of about 1,003,412. There are 5 accredited computer science programs within 100 miles of Louisville, with tuition ranging from $26,990 to $40,924 per year. In the Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN metro area, the top-earning computer science-related role is Computer and Information Systems Manager at a median $136,260 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Computer Science Schools to Louisville
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer computer science programs. Distances are calculated from Louisville city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sullivan University | Louisville, KY | 3.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of Louisville | Louisville, KY | 7.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Indiana University-Southeast | New Albany, IN | 15.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Elizabethtown Community and Technical College | Elizabethtown, KY | 35.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Campbellsville University | Campbellsville, KY | 59.2 mi | $26,990 - $40,924 | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Kentucky schools on the Kentucky computer science page.
Computer Science Wages Near Louisville
Louisville is part of the Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN metro area (BLS area code 31140). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Kentucky statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software Developer | $106,470 | Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $114,361 |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $86,970 | Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $93,416 |
| Computer Network Architect | $116,170 | Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $124,780 |
| Database Administrator | $89,390 | Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $96,015 |
| Database Architect | $117,370 | Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $126,069 |
| Information Security Analyst | $103,760 | Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $111,450 |
| Computer Network Support Specialist | $65,200 | Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $70,032 |
| Computer User Support Specialist | $54,420 | Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $58,453 |
| Web Developer | $89,040 | Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $95,639 |
| Web and Digital Interface Designer | $71,230 | Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $76,509 |
| Computer and Information Systems Manager | $136,260 | Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $146,359 |
Source: BLS, May 2024 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.
Louisville at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 93.1 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Computer Science-related employment in Jefferson County | 6,148 workers, 1,808 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Louisville-Area Cities With Computer Science Programs
- Jeffersontown, KY – 5.1 mi away (27,352 pop)
- Jeffersonville, IN – 12.2 mi away (47,124 pop)
- Clarksville, IN – 12.6 mi away (21,920 pop)
- New Albany, IN – 13.7 mi away (36,670 pop)
- Shelbyville, KY – 22.9 mi away (22,779 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited computer science programs are near Louisville, KY?
Our directory lists 5 computer science programs within 100 miles of Louisville. The closest is Sullivan University in Louisville, KY (3.4 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Campbellsville University (59.2 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.
What are the highest-paying computer science roles near Louisville?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying computer science-related roles near Louisville are: Computer and Information Systems Manager ($136,260), Database Architect ($117,370), Computer Network Architect ($116,170). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Kentucky statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Jeffersontown instead of Louisville?
Jeffersontown, KY is 5.1 miles from Louisville 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.
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.
Related Resources
- Online Computer Science Programs in Kentucky
- Main Computer Science Degree Guide
- Computer Science Programs by State
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