Best Online Computer Science Programs in SeaTac, WA (2026)

SeaTac, Washington has a population of about 31,143. The city’s median household income is $76,517 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 26.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 38 accredited schools offering computer science programs near SeaTac. In the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area, the top-earning computer science-related role is Computer and Information Systems Manager at a median $212,450 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).

Closest Computer Science Schools to SeaTac

The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 38 schools in our directory that offer computer science programs near SeaTac. Distances are calculated from SeaTac city center.

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

Computer Science Wages Near SeaTac

SeaTac is part of the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area (BLS area code 42660). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Washington statewide.

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.

SeaTac at a Glance

Other SeaTac-Area Cities With Computer Science Programs

• Tukwila, WA – 2.4 mi away (20,033 pop)
• Burien, WA – 2.9 mi away (50,997 pop)
• Des Moines, WA – 3.7 mi away (31,172 pop)
• Renton, WA – 5.5 mi away (100,953 pop)
• Kent, WA – 5.6 mi away (127,514 pop)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many accredited computer science schools are near SeaTac, WA?

Our directory has 38 accredited schools offering computer science programs near SeaTac. The closest is Highline College in Des Moines, WA (3.9 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is University of Washington-Seattle Campus (14.6 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.

What are the highest-paying computer science roles near SeaTac?

Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying computer science-related roles near SeaTac are: Computer and Information Systems Manager ($212,450), Software Developer ($169,340), Computer Network Architect ($166,880). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Washington statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.

Should I look at programs in Tukwila instead of SeaTac?

Tukwila, WA is 2.4 miles from SeaTac 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 SeaTac an affordable place to study computer science?

SeaTac’s median household income of $76,517 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in SeaTac while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Washington 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 Washington
• 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.