Best Online Technology Programs in Ann Arbor, MI (2026)

Ann Arbor, Michigan has 5 accredited schools offering technology programs, with tuition ranging from $2,736 to $11,161 per year for indexed programs. Ann Arbor has a population of about 121,179. Median household income is $81,089 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 77.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. In the Ann Arbor, MI metro area, the top-earning technology-related role is Computer and Information Systems Manager at a median $171,200 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2025).

Closest Technology Schools to Ann Arbor

The 5 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 5 schools in our directory that offer technology programs near Ann Arbor. Distances are calculated from Ann Arbor city center.

Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Michigan schools on the Michigan technology page.

Technology Wages Near Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor is part of the Ann Arbor, MI metro area (BLS area code 11460). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Michigan statewide.

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.

Ann Arbor at a Glance

Other Ann Arbor-Area Cities With Technology Programs

• Ypsilanti, MI – 6.1 mi away (21,018 pop)
• South Lyon, MI – 13.4 mi away (123,555 pop)
• Westland, MI – 18.2 mi away (81,545 pop)
• Novi, MI – 18.7 mi away (59,211 pop)
• Romulus, MI – 19.0 mi away (23,281 pop)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many accredited technology schools are near Ann Arbor, MI?

Our directory has 5 accredited schools offering technology programs near Ann Arbor. The closest is University of Michigan-Ann Arbor in Ann Arbor, MI (0.2 miles), and the farthest of the schools shown is Madonna University (18.2 miles). 4 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.

What are the highest-paying technology roles near Ann Arbor?

Based on BLS OEWS May 2025 wage data, the top-paying technology-related roles near Ann Arbor are: Computer and Information Systems Manager ($171,200), Computer Network Architect ($131,320), Software Developer ($126,830). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Michigan statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.

Should I look at programs in Ypsilanti instead of Ann Arbor?

Ypsilanti, MI is 6.1 miles from Ann Arbor and has its own set of local technology programs – see the city’s page. For online programs, distance matters less; for hybrid or in-person formats, comparing both can help.

Is Ann Arbor an affordable place to study technology?

Ann Arbor’s median household income of $81,089 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Ann Arbor while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Michigan 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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Data verified: June 11, 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.