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

Vicksburg, Mississippi has 5 accredited schools offering computer science programs, with tuition ranging from $3,825 to $9,817 per year for indexed programs. Vicksburg has a population of about 20,944. Median household income is $42,484 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 23.9% 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 Vicksburg

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

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

Computer Science Wages Near Vicksburg

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.

Vicksburg at a Glance

Other Vicksburg-Area Cities With Computer Science Programs

• Clinton, MS – 32.0 mi away (25,211 pop)
• Jackson, MS – 39.4 mi away (342,607 pop)
• Ridgeland, MS – 43.9 mi away (24,483 pop)
• Madison, MS – 45.5 mi away (26,031 pop)
• Pearl, MS – 46.5 mi away (26,485 pop)

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Our directory has 5 accredited schools offering computer science programs near Vicksburg. The closest is Hinds Community College in Raymond, MS (27.7 miles), and the farthest of the schools shown is Miller-Motte College-McCann-Monroe (72.1 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 Vicksburg workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.

Should I look at programs in Clinton instead of Vicksburg?

Clinton, MS is 32.0 miles from Vicksburg 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 Vicksburg an affordable place to study computer science?

Vicksburg’s median household income of $42,484 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Vicksburg 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.