Best Online Computer Science Programs in Wichita Falls, TX (2026)
Wichita Falls, Texas has a population of about 102,558. The city’s median household income is $58,568 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 25.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 10 accredited schools offering computer science programs near Wichita Falls, with tuition ranging from $4,080 to $15,148 per year for indexed programs. In Texas, the top-earning computer science-related role is Database Architect at a median $133,800 annually (BLS, May 2024).
Closest Computer Science Schools to Wichita Falls
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 10 schools in our directory that offer computer science programs near Wichita Falls. Distances are calculated from Wichita Falls city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midwestern State University | Wichita Falls, TX | 2.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Great Plains Technology Center | Lawton, OK | 47.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Vernon College | Vernon, TX | 48.5 mi | $4,080 - $13,676 | – |
| Cameron University | Lawton, OK | 48.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| North Central Texas College | Gainesville, TX | 80.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Southern Oklahoma Technology Center | Ardmore, OK | 85.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Weatherford College | Weatherford, TX | 91.1 mi | $4,560 - $15,148 | – |
| University of North Texas | Denton, TX | 92.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Texas Woman’s University | Denton, TX | 93.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Mid-America Technology Center | Wayne, OK | 96.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Texas schools on the Texas computer science page.
Computer Science Wages Near Wichita Falls
Wichita Falls is part of the Wichita Falls, TX metro area (BLS area code 48660). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Texas statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software Developer | $110,540 | Wichita Falls, TX | $123,508 |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $76,310 | Wichita Falls, TX | $85,263 |
| Computer Network Architect | $129,110 | TX statewide | $144,257 |
| Database Administrator | $109,990 | TX statewide | $122,894 |
| Database Architect | $133,800 | TX statewide | $149,497 |
| Information Security Analyst | $124,970 | TX statewide | $139,631 |
| Computer Network Support Specialist | $64,440 | TX statewide | $72,000 |
| Computer User Support Specialist | $46,630 | Wichita Falls, TX | $52,101 |
| Web Developer | $93,120 | TX statewide | $104,045 |
| Web and Digital Interface Designer | $89,630 | TX statewide | $100,145 |
| Computer and Information Systems Manager | $118,040 | Wichita Falls, TX | $131,888 |
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.
Wichita Falls at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 102,558 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $58,568 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 25.0% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 89.5 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Computer Science-related employment in Wichita County | 70 workers, 31 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Wichita Falls-Area Cities With Computer Science Programs
- Lawton, OK – 49.4 mi away (92,299 pop)
- Duncan, OK – 56.1 mi away (20,895 pop)
- Ardmore, OK – 82.8 mi away (21,597 pop)
- Weatherford, TX – 91.0 mi away (41,333 pop)
- Denton, TX – 93.1 mi away (432,200 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited computer science schools are near Wichita Falls, TX?
Our directory has 10 accredited schools offering computer science programs near Wichita Falls. The closest is Midwestern State University in Wichita Falls, TX (2.3 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Mid-America Technology Center (96.1 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying computer science roles near Wichita Falls?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying computer science-related roles near Wichita Falls are: Database Architect ($133,800), Computer Network Architect ($129,110), Information Security Analyst ($124,970). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Texas statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Lawton instead of Wichita Falls?
Lawton, OK is 49.4 miles from Wichita Falls 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 Wichita Falls an affordable place to study computer science?
Wichita Falls’s median household income of $58,568 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Wichita Falls while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Texas 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 Texas
- 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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