Best Computer Science Colleges in Texas

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We have created a 2018 ranking of the best colleges in Texas that offer Computer Science degrees to help you find a school that fits your needs. Each school's ranking is based on the compilation of our data from reliable government sources, student surveys, college graduate interviews, and editorial review. In addition, you can view our entire list of all 54 Computer Science schools located within Texas. We also provide reviews, facts, and questions and answers for schools on our site and offer you access to get valuable information from colleges and universities today.

Best Computer Science Colleges in Texas for 2018

Rank School Name Location Description   Rating
1 Rice University Houston, TX
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Rice's computer science department is a hidden gem. Their website itself describes it as a “lively and invigorating place”, where rigorous graduate and undergraduate programs are balancing theory and practice. Meanwhile, education at Rice can be identified as a “contact sport”, giving students and faculty myriad possibilities to interact. And even if you didn’t start programming at the age of nine, there’s no reason to throw the towel in right away. Rice welcomes students with little to no experience at all, because programming is just “one part of computer science but the discipline is really about using computers and computation as tools to solve problems and to build tools for others to use.”

Based on 4 Reviews
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2 Texas A & M University-College Station College Station, TX
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Texas A & M University-College Station offers 4 Computer Science Degree programs. It's a large public university in a small city. In 2015, 176 students graduated in the study area of Computer Science with students earning 103 Bachelor's degrees, 67 Master's degrees, and 6 Doctoral degrees.

Based on 92 Reviews
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3 Southern Methodist University Dallas, TX

Southern Methodist University offers 5 Computer Science Degree programs. It's a medium sized private university in a large suburb. In 2015, 64 students graduated in the study area of Computer Science with students earning 34 Bachelor's degrees, 23 Master's degrees, and 7 Doctoral degrees.

Based on 20 Reviews
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4 Texas State University San Marcos, TX

Texas State University offers 4 Computer Science Degree programs. It's a large public university in a small suburb. In 2015, 173 students graduated in the study area of Computer Science with students earning 120 Bachelor's degrees, 46 Master's degrees, and 7 Certificates degrees.

Based on 36 Reviews
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5 Baylor University Waco, TX

Baylor University offers 2 Computer Science Degree programs. It's a large private university in a mid sized city. In 2015, 32 students graduated in the study area of Computer Science with students earning 26 Bachelor's degrees, and 6 Master's degrees.

Based on 36 Reviews
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6 St Mary's University San Antonio, TX

St Mary's University offers 2 Computer Science Degree programs. It's a medium sized private university in a large city. In 2015, 46 students graduated in the study area of Computer Science with students earning 40 Master's degrees, and 6 Bachelor's degrees.

Based on 4 Reviews
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7 Dallas Baptist University Dallas, TX

Dallas Baptist University offers 1 Computer Science Degree program. It's a medium sized private university in a large city. In 2015, 7 students graduated in the study area of Computer Science with students earning 7 Bachelor's degrees.

Based on 4 Reviews
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8 University of Houston-Clear Lake Houston, TX

University of Houston-Clear Lake offers 2 Computer Science Degree programs. It's a medium sized public university in a large suburb. In 2015, 127 students graduated in the study area of Computer Science with students earning 114 Master's degrees, and 13 Bachelor's degrees.

Based on 8 Reviews
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9 LeTourneau University Longview, TX

LeTourneau University offers 1 Computer Science Degree program. It's a small private university in a small city. In 2015, 4 students graduated in the study area of Computer Science with students earning 4 Bachelor's degrees.

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10 Abilene Christian University Abilene, TX

Abilene Christian University offers 1 Computer Science Degree program. It's a medium sized private university in a mid sized city. In 2015, 10 students graduated in the study area of Computer Science with students earning 10 Bachelor's degrees.

Based on 16 Reviews
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School Logo School Name Average tuition Student Teacher Ratio Enrolled Students
Rice University Rice University Houston, TX
5/5 		10 : 1 6,719
Texas A & M University-College Station Texas A & M University-College Station College Station, TX
3/5 		21 : 1 63,813
Southern Methodist University Southern Methodist University Dallas, TX
5/5 		14 : 1 11,643
Texas State University Texas State University San Marcos, TX
3/5 		28 : 1 37,979
Baylor University Baylor University Waco, TX
5/5 		16 : 1 16,787
St Mary's University St Mary's University San Antonio, TX
5/5 		15 : 1 3,625
Dallas Baptist University Dallas Baptist University Dallas, TX
5/5 		44 : 1 5,319
University of Houston-Clear Lake University of Houston-Clear Lake Houston, TX
2/5 		25 : 1 8,906
LeTourneau University LeTourneau University Longview, TX
5/5 		20 : 1 2,795
Abilene Christian University Abilene Christian University Abilene, TX
5/5 		17 : 1 4,544
The University of Texas at Arlington The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington, TX
3/5 		39 : 1 41,988
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Edinburg, TX
2/5 		25 : 1 28,584
University of Dallas University of Dallas Irving, TX
5/5 		14 : 1 2,387
Saint Edward's University Saint Edward's University Austin, TX
5/5 		17 : 1 4,620
Texas Wesleyan University Texas Wesleyan University Fort Worth, TX
5/5 		15 : 1 2,474
The University of Texas at San Antonio The University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio, TX
2/5 		29 : 1 28,787
Tarleton State University Tarleton State University Stephenville, TX
2/5 		24 : 1 12,330
Lamar University Lamar University Beaumont, TX
3/5 		29 : 1 14,965
West Texas A & M University West Texas A & M University Canyon, TX
2/5 		27 : 1 9,489
Austin College Austin College Sherman, TX
5/5 		10 : 1 1,255
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Belton, TX
5/5 		19 : 1 3,898
Texas Southern University Texas Southern University Houston, TX
3/5 		20 : 1 8,965
Texas A & M University-Kingsville Texas A & M University-Kingsville Kingsville, TX
2/5 		23 : 1 9,207
Concordia University-Texas Concordia University-Texas Austin, TX
5/5 		20 : 1 2,559
Texas Lutheran University Texas Lutheran University Seguin, TX
5/5 		15 : 1 1,373

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  • Northcentral University
    Program Descriptions
    • MBA: Computer and Information Security
    • DBA: Computer and Information Security
    • Ph.D IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION: Computer and Information Security
    MBA: Computer and Information Security
    Lead information security projects throughout the global marketplace! Enroll in NCU’s MBA in Computer and Information Security Specialization and gain not only the managerial knowledge to lead projects and teams, but also increase your technical knowledge in key computer security disciplines. With this degree, you will be able to discuss the latest information security threats, defenses, and trends, while managing and presenting large scale projects anywhere in the world! The requirement for computer security knowledge increases as new techniques and technologies are developed. Existing protections in systems and network perimeters must be constantly upgraded to meet evolving threats. This specialization enables students to examine realistic examples of the crucial links between security theory and the day-to-day security challenges to IT environments. The focus is to provide students the ability to ascertain the essentials of security threats, information assurance and security management in corporations. This specialization also examines the field of cyber-forensics including the dangers of cyber-terrorism and the evolving U.S. policy response. At the end of the Computer and Information Security specialization, students will complete a final written research project, demonstrating the ability to conduct an investigation on a workplace problem, identify an area for intervention, critique, justify, and recommend a plan of preventative action.
    DBA: Computer and Information Security
    Work as the Chief Information Security Officer for a Fortune 500 firm, non-profit, small-to-medium sized firm, and government agency! Enroll in NCU’s DBA in Computer and Information Security Specialization and improve your ability to lead, manage, and direct diverse and challenging security projects throughout the global marketplace. Acquire the skills and knowledge needed to serve at the Board of Director level for highly competitive firms. Additionally, use your degree and experience in academia as a professor, manager, or director within schools and colleges of business. The specialization focuses on best practices involved in forensic investigations and evidence handling, federal and state privacy, intellectual property, search and seizure process, and cyber-crime laws. Students study current techniques in data preservation, identification, and extraction and perform forensic analysis of systems using popular examination toolkits.
    Ph.D IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION: Computer and Information Security
    Work as the Chief Information Security Officer for a Fortune 500 firm, non-profit, small-to-medium sized firm, and government agency! Enroll in NCU’s DBA in Computer and Information Security Specialization and improve your ability to lead, manage, and direct diverse and challenging security projects throughout the global marketplace. Acquire the skills and knowledge needed to serve at the Board of Director level for highly competitive firms. Additionally, use your degree and experience in academia as a professor, manager, or director within schools and colleges of business. The specialization focuses on best practices involved in forensic investigations and evidence handling, federal and state privacy, intellectual property, search and seizure process, and cyber-crime laws. Students study current techniques in data preservation, identification, and extraction and perform forensic analysis of systems using popular examination toolkits.
  • South University Online
    Program Descriptions
    • Information Technology (BS)
    • Information Technology - Network Administration Specialization (BS)
    • Information Technology - Information and System Security Specialization (BS)
    • Information Technology - Database Administration Specialization (BS)
    • Information Systems (MS)
    Information Technology (BS)
    Almost all businesses rely on information systems to be successful and efficient. This field requires specialists who can keep up with the continually changing landscape of the digital world, and that’s what South University delivers. Our Bachelor of Science degree provides you with the foundation for understanding the function and process of computer programming, database design, network design, information security, and software engineering. Case studies and relevant projects further prepare students for the technology-dependent workplace. And we offer specializations in Database Development and Administration, Information Systems Security, Network Administration and Management, and Multimedia and Web Development so you can focus your learning and get the most out of your education.
    Information Technology - Network Administration Specialization (BS)
    Almost all businesses rely on information systems to be successful and efficient. This field requires specialists who can keep up with the continually changing landscape of the digital world, and that’s what South University delivers. Our Bachelor of Science degree provides you with the foundation for understanding the function and process of computer programming, database design, network design, information security, and software engineering. Case studies and relevant projects further prepare students for the technology-dependent workplace. And we offer specializations in Database Development and Administration, Information Systems Security, Network Administration and Management, and Multimedia and Web Development so you can focus your learning and get the most out of your education.
    Information Technology - Information and System Security Specialization (BS)
    Almost all businesses rely on information systems to be successful and efficient. This field requires specialists who can keep up with the continually changing landscape of the digital world, and that’s what South University delivers. Our Bachelor of Science degree provides you with the foundation for understanding the function and process of computer programming, database design, network design, information security, and software engineering. Case studies and relevant projects further prepare students for the technology-dependent workplace. And we offer specializations in Database Development and Administration, Information Systems Security, Network Administration and Management, and Multimedia and Web Development so you can focus your learning and get the most out of your education.
    Information Technology - Database Administration Specialization (BS)
    Almost all businesses rely on information systems to be successful and efficient. This field requires specialists who can keep up with the continually changing landscape of the digital world, and that’s what South University delivers. Our Bachelor of Science degree provides you with the foundation for understanding the function and process of computer programming, database design, network design, information security, and software engineering. Case studies and relevant projects further prepare students for the technology-dependent workplace. And we offer specializations in Database Development and Administration, Information Systems Security, Network Administration and Management, and Multimedia and Web Development so you can focus your learning and get the most out of your education.
    Information Systems (MS)
    In today's ever-changing digital world, organizations rely heavily on the information and technology they use. South University's master's degree program in information systems was designed to help prepare graduates for a career in, or advancement within, a wide range of positions in the field. The program covers both the knowledge and technical side of the business to help bring organizations into the current age of information. Besides learning how information systems currently support an organization's operations, students will also learn how to design, develop and analyze emerging information systems and solutions in a rapidly developing field.
  • South University
    Program Descriptions
    • Graphic Design (AS)
    • Graphic Design (BS)
    • Information Technology (BS)
    • Information Systems (MS)
    • Information Systems and Technology (MS)
    Graphic Design (AS)
    Our two-year associate’s degree program in Graphic Design offers coursework on illustration, graphic design, computer graphics, desktop publishing, designing with type, and photography.
    Graphic Design (BS)
    Our four-year bachelor’s degree program in Graphic Design offers both traditional and computer-based techniques. While taking a mix of core curriculum and major courses, you will attain a fundamental grounding in: the theory and practice of print production; electronic publishing; advertising illustration; sales promotion.
    Information Technology (BS)
    Our four-year Information Technology Bachelor of Science degree program offers you an industry-related, application-oriented education program focused on: database design and development; client-server 3-tier development; web/internet software development; and object-oriented program design and modeling.
    Information Systems (MS)
    In today's ever-changing digital world, organizations rely heavily on the information and technology they use. South University's master's degree program in information systems was designed to help prepare graduates for a career in, or advancement within, a wide range of positions in the field. The program covers both the knowledge and technical side of the business to help bring organizations into the current age of information. Besides learning how information systems currently support an organization's operations, students will also learn how to design, develop and analyze emerging information systems and solutions in a rapidly developing field.
    Information Systems and Technology (MS)
    In today's ever-changing digital world, organizations rely heavily on the information and technology they use. South University's master's degree program in information systems was designed to help prepare graduates for a career in, or advancement within, a wide range of positions in the field. The program covers both the knowledge and technical side of the business to help bring organizations into the current age of information. Besides learning how information systems currently support an organization's operations, students will also learn how to design, develop and analyze emerging information systems and solutions in a rapidly developing field.

Additional Computer Science Degree Facts for Texas Schools

Texas Schools offering online Computer Science degrees

Online Computer Science degrees are available at a variety of different schools with as many as 40 degrees earned at the most popular school. Read more below about all schools that have offered online Computer Science degrees. If you are interested learning more about getting a degree online, check out our page dedicated to online degree information.

Certificate
Associate's
Bachelor's
Master's
Doctoral
School Name Certificate Associate's Bachelor's Master's Doctoral
South Texas College 0 40 0 0 0
Southern Methodist University 0 0 0 23 0
Concordia University-Texas 0 0 5 0 0
Palo Alto College 0 4 0 0 0
The University of Texas at Brownsville 0 0 0 2 0
How many Texas schools offer online Computer Science degrees?
  • 3 Associate's
  • 1 Bachelor's
  • 2 Master's

What Computer Science degree programs were earned in Texas?

Degree Level Program Length Colleges Graduates
Associate's 2-year Length 20 Colleges 78 Graduates
Bachelor's 4-year Length 29 Colleges 466 Graduates
Certificates < 1 year Length 3 Colleges 7 Graduates
Doctoral 1-2 year Length 4 Colleges 23 Graduates
Master's 1+ years Length 12 Colleges 359 Graduates
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