Best Online Computer Science Programs in Augusta, ME (2026)

Augusta, Maine has 5 accredited schools offering computer science programs. Augusta has a population of about 18,999. Median household income is $48,756 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 28.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. In Maine, the top-earning computer science-related role is Computer and Information Systems Manager at a median $160,260 annually (BLS, May 2025).


Closest Computer Science Schools to Augusta

The accredited institutions listed below are the closest in our directory that offer computer science programs near Augusta, ranked by BOC Score and straight-line distance from Augusta city center. The list is rebuilt from federal IPEDS data on every site update.

How We Rank Schools

Every school list on this site is ordered by the BOC Score, computed from the most recent school-level data published by the U.S. Department of Education (College Scorecard and IPEDS). To qualify, a school must be currently operating and accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Each eligible school is then scored on five measures, percentile-ranked against schools at the same credential level:

  • Graduation rate 30%
  • Median earnings, 10 years after entry 25%
  • Average net price (lower is better) 20%
  • Retention rate 15%
  • Fully online availability 10%

Schools without enough outcome data appear after ranked schools, without a score. On this page, schools are ordered by distance from Augusta. Advertising never affects these rankings. Read the full methodology.

#1

University of Maine at Augusta

Augusta, ME 3.2 miles from Augusta BOC Score 35.8
  • 4 year
  • Campus + Online
  • Accredited
Graduation rate 25%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $40,342
Avg net price $10,924/yr
Tuition
In‑state$8,888
Out‑of‑state$22,178
Contact
Key stats
  • Retention rate: 61%
  • Programs offered: 36

Source:Accreditor: New England Commission on Higher EducationIPEDSCollege Scorecard

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


Computer Science Wages Near Augusta

OccupationMedian Annual Wage (Maine, statewide)
Software Developer$123,120
Computer Systems Analyst$95,820
Computer Network Architect$108,570
Database Administrator$70,500
Database Architect$133,120
Information Security Analyst$101,730
Computer Network Support Specialist$72,990
Computer User Support Specialist$60,890
Web DeveloperN/A
Web and Digital Interface DesignerN/A
Computer and Information Systems Manager$160,260

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.


Augusta at a Glance

MetricValueSource
Population18,999Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003)
Median household income$48,756Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013)
Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+28.0%Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003)
Computer Science-related employment in Kennebec County351 workers, 179 establishmentsBLS QCEW 2024 annual

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many accredited computer science schools are near Augusta, ME?

Accredited schools offering computer science programs near Augusta are listed on this page, ranked by BOC Score and distance from the city center. The list is rebuilt from federal IPEDS and College Scorecard data on every site update, so it stays current as programs open and close.

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

Based on BLS May 2025 state wage data, the top-paying computer science-related roles in Maine are: Computer and Information Systems Manager ($160,260), Database Architect ($133,120), Software Developer ($123,120). Wages for Augusta workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.

Should I look at programs in Waterville instead of Augusta?

Waterville, ME is 14.9 miles from Augusta 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 Augusta an affordable place to study computer science?

Augusta’s median household income of $48,756 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Augusta while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Maine 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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Other Programs Available in Augusta

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Data verified: July 23, 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.