Best Online Technology Programs in Staten Island, NY (2026)
Staten Island, New York has a population of about 476,015. There are 5 accredited technology programs within 100 miles of Staten Island. In the New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ metro area, the top-earning technology-related role is Computer and Information Systems Manager at a median $212,400 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Technology Schools to Staten Island
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer technology programs. Distances are calculated from Staten Island city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| College of Staten Island CUNY | Staten Island, NY | 0.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Wagner College | Staten Island, NY | 3.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Career School of NY | Staten Island, NY | 5.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Kean University | Union, NJ | 7.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Lincoln Technical Institute-Iselin | Iselin, NJ | 8.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all New York schools on the New York technology page.
Technology Wages Near Staten Island
Staten Island is part of the New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ metro area (BLS area code 35620). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to New York statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software Developer | $161,970 | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $143,845 |
| Information Security Analyst | $138,360 | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $122,877 |
| Computer Network Architect | $153,820 | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $136,607 |
| Network and Computer Systems Administrator | $113,030 | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $100,382 |
| Computer Network Support Specialist | $88,980 | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $79,023 |
| Computer User Support Specialist | $70,010 | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $62,176 |
| Web Developer | $67,400 | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $59,858 |
| Computer and Information Systems Manager | $212,400 | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $188,632 |
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.
Staten Island at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 112.6 (above U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Technology-related employment in Richmond County | 886 workers, 102 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Staten Island-Area Cities With Technology Programs
- Carteret, NJ – 4.1 mi away (23,992 pop)
- Linden, NJ – 5.5 mi away (42,457 pop)
- Bayonne, NJ – 6.0 mi away (66,238 pop)
- Elizabeth, NJ – 6.1 mi away (128,640 pop)
- Rahway, NJ – 7.1 mi away (29,451 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited technology programs are near Staten Island, NY?
Our directory lists 5 technology programs within 100 miles of Staten Island. The closest is College of Staten Island CUNY in Staten Island, NY (0.9 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Lincoln Technical Institute-Iselin (8.8 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.
What are the highest-paying technology roles near Staten Island?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying technology-related roles near Staten Island are: Computer and Information Systems Manager ($212,400), Software Developer ($161,970), Computer Network Architect ($153,820). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with New York statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Carteret instead of Staten Island?
Carteret, NJ is 4.1 miles from Staten Island 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.
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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