Best Online Computer Science Programs in Atlantic City, NJ (2026)
Atlantic City, New Jersey has a population of about 38,486. The city’s median household income is $36,220 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 20.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 121 accredited schools offering computer science programs near Atlantic City, with tuition ranging from $4,863 to $15,261 per year for indexed programs. In the Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ metro area, the top-earning computer science-related role is Computer and Information Systems Manager at a median $162,550 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Computer Science Schools to Atlantic City
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 121 schools in our directory that offer computer science programs near Atlantic City. Distances are calculated from Atlantic City city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stockton University | Galloway, NJ | 8.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Atlantic Cape Community College | Mays Landing, NJ | 13.4 mi | $4,863 - $15,261 | – |
| Rowan College of South Jersey-Cumberland Campus | Vineland, NJ | 32.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Camden County College | Blackwood, NJ | 41.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Rowan University | Glassboro, NJ | 42.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Ocean County Vocational-Technical School | Toms River, NJ | 44.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Rowan College of South Jersey-Gloucester Campus | Sewell, NJ | 45.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Ocean County College | Toms River, NJ | 46.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Rowan College at Burlington County | Mount Laurel, NJ | 47.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Lincoln Technical Institute-Moorestown | Moorestown, NJ | 47.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all New Jersey schools on the New Jersey computer science page.
Computer Science Wages Near Atlantic City
Atlantic City is part of the Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ metro area (BLS area code 12100). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to New Jersey statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software Developer | $121,540 | Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ | $122,892 |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $92,940 | Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ | $93,974 |
| Computer Network Architect | $123,710 | Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ | $125,086 |
| Database Administrator | $128,970 | NJ statewide | $130,404 |
| Database Architect | $143,900 | NJ statewide | $145,501 |
| Information Security Analyst | $97,950 | Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ | $99,039 |
| Computer Network Support Specialist | $59,980 | Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ | $60,647 |
| Computer User Support Specialist | $54,060 | Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ | $54,661 |
| Web Developer | $70,460 | Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ | $71,244 |
| Web and Digital Interface Designer | $70,730 | Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ | $71,517 |
| Computer and Information Systems Manager | $162,550 | Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ | $164,358 |
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.
Atlantic City at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 38,486 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $36,220 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 20.5% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 98.9 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Computer Science-related employment in Atlantic County | 906 workers, 64 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Atlantic City-Area Cities With Computer Science Programs
- Pleasantville, NJ – 3.5 mi away (20,492 pop)
- Vineland, NJ – 29.7 mi away (94,943 pop)
- Millville, NJ – 32.2 mi away (28,059 pop)
- Camden, NJ – 51.9 mi away (74,420 pop)
- Lewes, DE – 55.7 mi away (27,008 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited computer science schools are near Atlantic City, NJ?
Our directory has 121 accredited schools offering computer science programs near Atlantic City. The closest is Stockton University in Galloway, NJ (8.8 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Lincoln Technical Institute-Moorestown (47.6 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying computer science roles near Atlantic City?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying computer science-related roles near Atlantic City are: Computer and Information Systems Manager ($162,550), Database Architect ($143,900), Database Administrator ($128,970). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with New Jersey statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Pleasantville instead of Atlantic City?
Pleasantville, NJ is 3.5 miles from Atlantic City 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 Atlantic City an affordable place to study computer science?
Atlantic City’s median household income of $36,220 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Atlantic City while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and New Jersey 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 Jersey
- 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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