Best Online Computer Science Programs in Marquette, MI (2026)

Marquette, Michigan has 2 accredited schools offering computer science programs. Marquette has a population of about 20,691. Median household income is $55,825 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 46.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. In Michigan, the top-earning computer science-related role is Computer and Information Systems Manager at a median $163,760 annually (BLS, May 2025).


Closest Computer Science Schools to Marquette

The accredited institutions listed below are the closest in our directory that offer computer science programs near Marquette, ranked by BOC Score and straight-line distance from Marquette 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 Marquette. Advertising never affects these rankings. Read the full methodology.

#1

Michigan Technological University

Houghton, MI 67.1 miles from Marquette BOC Score 83.1
  • 4 year
  • Campus + Online
Graduation rate 71%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $78,198
Avg net price $14,182/yr
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 88%
  • Programs offered: 30

Source:IPEDSCollege Scorecard

#2

Bay Mills Community College

Brimley, MI 133.4 miles from Marquette BOC Score 43.3
  • 4 year
  • Campus + Online
Graduation rate 35%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $30,048
Avg net price $3,073/yr
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 40%
  • Programs offered: 16

Source:IPEDSCollege Scorecard

#3

Lake Superior State University

Sault Ste Marie, MI 144.7 miles from Marquette BOC Score 55.3
  • 4 year
  • Campus + Online
Graduation rate 57%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $49,045
Avg net price $12,822/yr
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 74%
  • Programs offered: 43

Source:IPEDSCollege Scorecard

#4

Northwestern Michigan College

Traverse City, MI 151.1 miles from Marquette BOC Score 59.8
  • 4 year
  • Campus + Online
Graduation rate 32%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $38,167
Avg net price $6,231/yr
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 83%
  • Programs offered: 55

Source:IPEDSCollege Scorecard

#5

Alpena Community College

Alpena, MI 215.9 miles from Marquette BOC Score 59.9
  • 4 year
  • Accredited
Graduation rate 51%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $36,442
Avg net price $3,320/yr
Tuition
In‑state$5,250
Out‑of‑state$8,010
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 75%
  • Programs offered: 53

Source:Accreditor: Higher Learning CommissionIPEDSCollege Scorecard

#6

Ferris State University

Big Rapids, MI 218.8 miles from Marquette BOC Score 64.7
  • 4 year
  • Campus + Online
Graduation rate 60%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $54,735
Avg net price $8,624/yr
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 75%
  • Programs offered: 95

Source:IPEDSCollege Scorecard

#7

Central Michigan University

Mount Pleasant, MI 241.5 miles from Marquette BOC Score 60.7
  • 4 year
  • Campus + Online
  • Accredited
Acceptance rate 90%
Graduation rate 60%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $55,874
Avg net price $17,597/yr
Tuition
In‑state$14,760
Out‑of‑state$14,760
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 75%
  • Programs offered: 91

Source:Accreditor: Higher Learning CommissionIPEDSCollege Scorecard

#8

Northwood University

Midland, MI 252.6 miles from Marquette BOC Score 62.7
  • 4 year
  • Campus + Online
Graduation rate 67%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $63,075
Avg net price $27,232/yr
TuitionContact school for pricing
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 79%
  • Programs offered: 15

Source:IPEDSCollege Scorecard

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


Computer Science Wages Near Marquette

OccupationMedian Annual Wage (Michigan, statewide)
Software Developer$125,570
Computer Systems Analyst$103,410
Computer Network Architect$112,040
Database Administrator$99,830
Database Architect$131,000
Information Security Analyst$106,230
Computer Network Support Specialist$65,900
Computer User Support Specialist$56,240
Web Developer$98,470
Web and Digital Interface Designer$81,010
Computer and Information Systems Manager$163,760

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.


Marquette at a Glance

MetricValueSource
Population20,691Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003)
Median household income$55,825Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013)
Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+46.2%Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003)
Computer Science-related employment in Marquette County41 workers, 14 establishmentsBLS QCEW 2024 annual

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many accredited computer science schools are near Marquette, MI?

Accredited schools offering computer science programs near Marquette 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 Michigan?

Based on BLS May 2025 state wage data, the top-paying computer science-related roles in Michigan are: Computer and Information Systems Manager ($163,760), Database Architect ($131,000), Software Developer ($125,570). Wages for Marquette workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.

Should I look at programs in Escanaba instead of Marquette?

Escanaba, MI is 57.1 miles from Marquette 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 Marquette an affordable place to study computer science?

Marquette’s median household income of $55,825 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Marquette while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Michigan 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 Marquette

Compare every accredited online degree program with city-level data for Marquette:

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.