Best Online Computer Science Programs in Dover, NH (2026)
Dover, New Hampshire has a population of about 33,070. The city’s median household income is $92,748 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 49.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 77 accredited schools offering computer science programs near Dover, with tuition ranging from $7,090 to $65,067 per year for indexed programs. In the Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH metro area, the top-earning computer science-related role is Computer and Information Systems Manager at a median $207,150 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Computer Science Schools to Dover
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 77 schools in our directory that offer computer science programs near Dover. Distances are calculated from Dover city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of New Hampshire-Main Campus | Durham, NH | 4.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Great Bay Community College | Portsmouth, NH | 9.1 mi | $7,200 - $22,016 | – |
| York County Community College | Wells, ME | 16.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Northern Essex Community College | Haverhill, MA | 28.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Southern New Hampshire University | Manchester, NH | 30.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Manchester Community College | Manchester, NH | 32.4 mi | $7,090 - $17,069 | – |
| University of New Hampshire at Manchester | Manchester, NH | 32.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of New Hampshire College of Professional Studies Online | Manchester, NH | 32.6 mi | $7,812 - $19,236 | ✓ |
| NHTI-Concord’s Community College | Concord, NH | 32.7 mi | $7,200 - $23,210 | – |
| Saint Anselm College | Manchester, NH | 34.2 mi | $46,810 - $65,067 | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all New Hampshire schools on the New Hampshire computer science page.
Computer Science Wages Near Dover
Dover is part of the Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH metro area (BLS area code 14460). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to New Hampshire statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software Developer | $154,240 | Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $142,419 |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $123,550 | Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $114,081 |
| Computer Network Architect | $141,020 | Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $130,212 |
| Database Administrator | $123,710 | Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $114,229 |
| Database Architect | $162,310 | Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $149,871 |
| Information Security Analyst | $132,170 | Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $122,041 |
| Computer Network Support Specialist | $86,290 | Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $79,677 |
| Computer User Support Specialist | $77,750 | Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $71,791 |
| Web Developer | $117,560 | Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $108,550 |
| Web and Digital Interface Designer | $108,300 | Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $100,000 |
| Computer and Information Systems Manager | $207,150 | Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $191,274 |
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.
Dover at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 33,070 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $92,748 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 49.2% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 108.3 (above U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Computer Science-related employment in Strafford County | 703 workers, 85 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Dover-Area Cities With Computer Science Programs
- Rochester, NH – 9.0 mi away (30,345 pop)
- Portsmouth, NH – 10.4 mi away (91,193 pop)
- Sanford, ME – 17.5 mi away (29,139 pop)
- Biddeford, ME – 29.1 mi away (21,362 pop)
- Haverhill, MA – 29.8 mi away (62,873 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited computer science schools are near Dover, NH?
Our directory has 77 accredited schools offering computer science programs near Dover. The closest is University of New Hampshire-Main Campus in Durham, NH (4.4 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Saint Anselm College (34.2 miles). 1 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying computer science roles near Dover?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying computer science-related roles near Dover are: Computer and Information Systems Manager ($207,150), Database Architect ($162,310), Software Developer ($154,240). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with New Hampshire statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Rochester instead of Dover?
Rochester, NH is 9.0 miles from Dover 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 Dover an affordable place to study computer science?
Dover’s median household income of $92,748 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Dover while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and New Hampshire 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.
Related Resources
- Online Computer Science Programs in New Hampshire
- Main Computer Science Degree Guide
- Computer Science Programs by State
Data verified: May 5, 2026. Salary, employment, and tuition figures on this page are sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS May 2024; 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.
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