Best Online Computer Science Programs in Morgan City, LA (2026)

Morgan City, Louisiana has a population of about 11,208. The city’s median household income is $56,729 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 15.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are 5 accredited computer science programs within 100 miles of Morgan City, with tuition ranging from $4,219 to $16,674 per year. In Louisiana, the top-earning computer science-related role is Computer and Information Systems Manager at a median $128,230 annually (BLS, May 2024).


Closest Computer Science Schools to Morgan City

The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer computer science programs. Distances are calculated from Morgan City city center.

SchoolCityDistanceTuitionOnline
Fletcher Technical Community CollegeSchriever, LA23.0 mi$4,219 - $16,674
Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical CollegeBaton Rouge, LA51.5 miContact school for pricing
Baton Rouge Community CollegeBaton Rouge, LA51.5 mi$4,221 - $16,303
Unitech Training Academy-LafayetteLafayette, LA62.0 miContact school for pricing
South Louisiana Community CollegeLafayette, LA62.5 miContact school for pricing

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


Computer Science Wages Near Morgan City

OccupationMedian Annual Wage (Louisiana, statewide)
Software Developer$102,290
Computer Systems Analyst$89,800
Computer Network Architect$103,880
Database Administrator$86,420
Database ArchitectN/A
Information Security Analyst$88,200
Computer Network Support Specialist$56,470
Computer User Support Specialist$53,350
Web Developer$74,500
Web and Digital Interface Designer$62,700
Computer and Information Systems Manager$128,230

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.


Morgan City at a Glance

MetricValueSource
Population11,208Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003)
Median household income$56,729Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013)
Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+15.9%Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many accredited computer science programs are near Morgan City, LA?

Our directory lists 5 computer science programs within 100 miles of Morgan City. The closest is Fletcher Technical Community College in Schriever, LA (23.0 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is South Louisiana Community College (62.5 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.

What are the highest-paying computer science roles in Louisiana?

Based on BLS May 2024 state wage data, the top-paying computer science-related roles in Louisiana are: Computer and Information Systems Manager ($128,230), Computer Network Architect ($103,880), Software Developer ($102,290). Wages for Morgan City workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.

Should I look at programs in Houma instead of Morgan City?

Houma, LA is 30.4 miles from Morgan City 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 Morgan City an affordable place to study computer science?

Morgan City’s median household income of $56,729 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Morgan City while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Louisiana 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.