Best Online Computer Science Programs in Tupelo, MS (2026)

Tupelo, Mississippi has 5 accredited schools offering computer science programs, with tuition ranging from $3,420 to $26,922 per year for indexed programs. Tupelo has a population of about 37,825. Median household income is $66,314 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 35.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. In Mississippi, the top-earning computer science-related role is Computer and Information Systems Manager at a median $124,280 annually (BLS, May 2025).

Closest Computer Science Schools to Tupelo

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

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

Computer Science Wages Near Tupelo

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.

Tupelo at a Glance

Other Tupelo-Area Cities With Computer Science Programs

• Oxford, MS – 46.1 mi away (31,728 pop)
• Columbus, MS – 55.2 mi away (32,386 pop)
• Starkville, MS – 55.8 mi away (32,441 pop)
• Collierville, TN – 77.2 mi away (49,177 pop)
• Olive Branch, MS – 79.8 mi away (36,699 pop)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many accredited computer science schools are near Tupelo, MS?

Our directory has 5 accredited schools offering computer science programs near Tupelo. The closest is Itawamba Community College in Fulton, MS (18.2 miles), and the farthest of the schools shown is Freed-Hardeman University (81.5 miles). 4 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.

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

Based on BLS May 2025 state wage data, the top-paying computer science-related roles in Mississippi are: Computer and Information Systems Manager ($124,280), Database Architect ($98,420), Software Developer ($95,330). Wages for Tupelo workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.

Should I look at programs in Oxford instead of Tupelo?

Oxford, MS is 46.1 miles from Tupelo 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 Tupelo an affordable place to study computer science?

Tupelo’s median household income of $66,314 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Tupelo while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Mississippi 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.