Best Online Computer Science Programs in Henderson, NC (2026)

Henderson, North Carolina has 5 accredited schools offering computer science programs, with tuition ranging from $2,336 to $58,752 per year for indexed programs. Henderson has a population of about 14,922. Median household income is $38,780 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 16.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. In North Carolina, the top-earning computer science-related role is Computer and Information Systems Manager at a median $172,860 annually (BLS, May 2025).


Closest Computer Science Schools to Henderson

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

#1

North Carolina State University at Raleigh

Raleigh, NC 39.8 miles from Henderson BOC Score 84.6
  • 4 year
  • Campus + Online
Graduation rate 85%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $68,758
Avg net price $17,303/yr
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 94%
  • Programs offered: 59

Source:IPEDSCollege Scorecard

#2

Shaw University

Raleigh, NC 40.2 miles from Henderson BOC Score 26.6
  • 4 year
  • Campus + Online
Graduation rate 21%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $34,409
Avg net price $16,512/yr
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 54%
  • Programs offered: 12

Source:IPEDSCollege Scorecard

#3

Campbell University

Buies Creek, NC 66.0 miles from Henderson BOC Score 46.6
  • 4 year
  • Campus + Online
Graduation rate 51%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $54,886
Avg net price $24,516/yr
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 75%
  • Programs offered: 46

Source:IPEDSCollege Scorecard

#4

East Carolina University

Greenville, NC 76.6 miles from Henderson BOC Score 68.3
  • 4 year
  • Campus + Online
Graduation rate 66%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $55,146
Avg net price $15,739/yr
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 82%
  • Programs offered: 83

Source:IPEDSCollege Scorecard

#5

North Carolina A & T State University

Greensboro, NC 77.5 miles from Henderson BOC Score 55.8
  • 4 year
  • Campus + Online
Graduation rate 57%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $44,440
Avg net price $10,846/yr
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 79%
  • Programs offered: 35

Source:IPEDSCollege Scorecard

#6

University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Greensboro, NC 79.8 miles from Henderson BOC Score 59.3
  • 4 year
  • Campus + Online
Graduation rate 59%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $48,160
Avg net price $10,965/yr
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 77%
  • Programs offered: 43

Source:IPEDSCollege Scorecard

#7

Guilford College

Greensboro, NC 83.8 miles from Henderson BOC Score 38.2
  • 4 year
  • Campus + Online
  • Accredited
Acceptance rate 80%
Graduation rate 47%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $47,590
Avg net price $22,270/yr
Tuition
In‑state$41,362
Out‑of‑state$41,362
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 65%
  • Programs offered: 12

Source:Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on CollegesIPEDSCollege Scorecard

#8

Strayer University-North Carolina

Greensboro, NC 84.0 miles from Henderson BOC Score 17.9
  • 4 year
  • Campus + Online
Graduation rate 13%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $40,092
TuitionContact school for pricing
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 45%
  • Programs offered: 18

Source:IPEDSCollege Scorecard

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


Computer Science Wages Near Henderson

OccupationMedian Annual Wage (North Carolina, statewide)
Software Developer$134,710
Computer Systems Analyst$106,850
Computer Network Architect$127,320
Database Administrator$113,900
Database Architect$134,630
Information Security Analyst$131,540
Computer Network Support SpecialistN/A
Computer User Support Specialist$60,120
Web Developer$96,610
Web and Digital Interface Designer$97,990
Computer and Information Systems Manager$172,860

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.


Henderson at a Glance

MetricValueSource
Population14,922Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003)
Median household income$38,780Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013)
Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+16.2%Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many accredited computer science schools are near Henderson, NC?

Accredited schools offering computer science programs near Henderson 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 North Carolina?

Based on BLS May 2025 state wage data, the top-paying computer science-related roles in North Carolina are: Computer and Information Systems Manager ($172,860), Software Developer ($134,710), Database Architect ($134,630). Wages for Henderson workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.

Should I look at programs in Wake Forest instead of Henderson?

Wake Forest, NC is 25.7 miles from Henderson 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 Henderson an affordable place to study computer science?

Henderson’s median household income of $38,780 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Henderson while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and North Carolina 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 Henderson

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

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.