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2023 Best Computer Information Systems Schools in the Southeast Region

160 Colleges
$48,839 Avg Salary
$25,232 Avg Student Debt

Finding the Best Computer Information Systems School for You

With 88,434 degrees and certificates handed out in 2020-2021, computer information systems is the #9 most popular major in the United States.

There are so many programs in today's world that it can tough to figure out which one is the right one for you. Along with traditional schools that require in-person attendence, you can attend one of many reputable online schools. Some programs even offer a hybrid experience. Alternatively, you may choose a trade school that prepares you to enter the workforce with knowledge in a specific field.

The Best Computer Information Systems Schools in the Southeast Region ranking is one of many tools that Course Advisor has developed to help you make your educational decision. This report analyzed 160 schools in the Southeast Region to see which ones offered the best programs for students.

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2023 Best Computer Information Systems Schools in the Southeast Region

Check out the CIS programs at these schools if you want to get the best education that money can buy.

Top 15% Best Computer Information Systems Schools

Our analysis found Georgia Institute of Technology - Main Campus to be the best school for computer information systems students who want to pursue a degree in the Southeast Region . Located in the city of Atlanta, Georgia Tech is a public school with a very large student population.

On average, CIS graduates from Georgia Tech take out $23,750 in student loans while working on their degree. Assuming that a graduate chooses a 10-year repayment plan, the average monthly loan payment is $538.

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You’ll be in good company if you decide to attend University of Virginia - Main Campus. It ranked #2 on our 2023 Best Computer Information Systems Schools in the Southeast Region list. Located in the small suburb of Charlottesville, University of Virginia is a public college with a very large student population.

On average, CIS graduates from University of Virginia take out $19,160 in student loans while working on their degree. The average monthly payment of a loan this size is about $490, assuming that the borrower is on a 10-year repayment plan.

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#3

Virginia Tech

Blacksburg, VA

You’ll join some of the best and brightest minds around you if you attend Virginia Tech. The school came in at #3 on this year’s Best Computer Information Systems Schools in the Southeast Region list. Located in the small city of Blacksburg, Virginia Tech is a public college with a fairly large student population.

After completing their degree, CIS graduates from Virginia Tech carry an average student debtload of $22,500. For students who choose a 10-year repayment plan, the average monthly student loan payment is $345.

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Out of the 160 schools in the Southeast Region that were part of this year’s ranking, Wake Technical Community College landed the # 4 spot on the list. Wake Technical Community College is a fairly large public school located in the large suburb of Raleigh.

The average amount in student loans that CIS majors at Wake Technical Community College take out is $17,336.

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#5

University of Florida-Online

Gainesville, FL

A rank of #5 on this year’s list means University of Florida-Online is a great place for computer information systems students. Located in the medium-sized city of Gainesville, UF Online is a public college with a moderately-sized student population.

On average, CIS graduates from UF Online take out $18,957 in student loans while working on their degree. The average monthly payment of a loan this size is about $214, assuming that the borrower is on a 10-year repayment plan.

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Florida Polytechnic University landed the #6 spot in the 2023 rankings for the best computer information systems programs. Florida Poly is a small public school located in the rural area of Lakeland.

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#7

University of Florida

Gainesville, FL

University of Florida did quite well in this year’s ranking of the best schools for computer information systems students. It came in at #7 on the list. UF is a fairly large public school located in the midsize city of Gainesville.

On average, CIS graduates from UF take out $18,957 in student loans while working on their degree. The average monthly payment of a loan this size is about $214, assuming that the borrower is on a 10-year repayment plan.

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#8

George Mason University

Fairfax, VA

George Mason University came in at #8 in this year’s edition of the Best Computer Information Systems Schools in the Southeast Region ranking. Located in the large suburb of Fairfax, GMU is a public college with a fairly large student population.

CIS majors at GMU take out an average of $22,295 in student loans while working on their egree. When it comes time to repay the loan, graduates who are on a 10-year repayment plan pay an average monthly payment of $218.

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#9

James Madison University

Harrisonburg, VA

James Madison University ranked #9 on this year’s Best Computer Information Systems Schools in the Southeast Region list. JMU is a very large public school located in the small city of Harrisonburg.

After completing their degree, CIS graduates from JMU carry an average student debtload of $20,178. For students who choose a 10-year repayment plan, the average monthly student loan payment is $258.

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Jefferson Community and Technical College did quite well in this year’s ranking of the best schools for computer information systems students. It came in at #10 on the list. Jefferson Community and Technical College is a large public school located in the city of Louisville.

On average, CIS graduates from Jefferson Community and Technical College take out $15,155 in student loans while working on their degree.

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#11

University of Richmond

University of Richmond, VA

With a ranking of #11, University of Richmond did quite well on this year’s best schools for computer information systems students. Located in the midsize city of University of Richmond, URichmond is a private not-for-profit school with a small student population.

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With a ranking of #12, Northern Virginia Community College did quite well on this year’s best schools for computer information systems students. Northern Virginia Community College is a very large public school located in the large suburb of Annandale.

CIS majors at Northern Virginia Community College take out an average of $12,000 in student loans while working on their egree.

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With a ranking of #13, Central Piedmont Community College did quite well on this year’s best schools for computer information systems students. Located in the large city of Charlotte, Central Piedmont Community College is a public college with a large student population.

While working on their degree, CIS majors at Central Piedmont Community College accumulate an average of around $11,294 in student debt.

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#14

Clemson University

Clemson, SC

Clemson University ranked #14 on this year’s Best Computer Information Systems Schools in the Southeast Region list. Clemson is a fairly large public school located in the suburb of Clemson.

While working on their degree, CIS majors at Clemson accumulate an average of around $23,700 in student debt. When it comes time to repay the loan, graduates who are on a 10-year repayment plan pay an average monthly payment of $247.

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Nashville State Community College came in at #15 in this year’s edition of the Best Computer Information Systems Schools in the Southeast Region ranking. Located in the large city of Nashville, Nashville State Community College is a public college with a medium-sized student population.

CIS majors at Nashville State Community College take out an average of $9,500 in student loans while working on their egree.

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#16

Auburn University

Auburn, AL

Auburn University landed the #16 spot in the 2023 rankings for the best computer information systems programs. Located in the small city of Auburn, Auburn is a public school with a fairly large student population.

The average amount in student loans that CIS majors at Auburn take out is $21,250. The average monthly payment of a loan this size is about $497, assuming that the borrower is on a 10-year repayment plan.

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#17

Emory University

Atlanta, GA

Emory University came in at #17 in this year’s edition of the Best Computer Information Systems Schools in the Southeast Region ranking. Emory is a fairly large private not-for-profit school located in the city of Atlanta.

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#18

William & Mary

Williamsburg, VA

With a ranking of #18, William & Mary did quite well on this year’s best schools for computer information systems students. Located in the small suburb of Williamsburg, William & Mary is a public college with a moderately-sized student population.

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#19

University of Mary Washington

Fredericksburg, VA

With a ranking of #19, University of Mary Washington did quite well on this year’s best schools for computer information systems students. Located in the medium-sized suburb of Fredericksburg, UMW is a public college with a small student population.

After completing their degree, CIS graduates from UMW carry an average student debtload of $22,147.

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#20

The University of Alabama

Tuscaloosa, AL

The University of Alabama did quite well in this year’s ranking of the best schools for computer information systems students. It came in at #20 on the list. UA is a fairly large public school located in the small city of Tuscaloosa.

On average, CIS graduates from UA take out $22,963 in student loans while working on their degree.

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West Virginia University Institute of Technology came in at #21 in this year’s edition of the Best Computer Information Systems Schools in the Southeast Region ranking. Located in the city of Beckley, West Virginia University Tech is a public college with a small student population.

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Virginia Commonwealth University did quite well in this year’s ranking of the best schools for computer information systems students. It came in at #22 on the list. Located in the medium-sized city of Richmond, VCU is a public school with a fairly large student population.

After completing their degree, CIS graduates from VCU carry an average student debtload of $22,531.

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#23

East Carolina University

Greenville, NC

East Carolina University did quite well in this year’s ranking of the best schools for computer information systems students. It came in at #23 on the list. Located in the small city of Greenville, ECU is a public school with a fairly large student population.

The average amount in student loans that CIS majors at ECU take out is $26,706.

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#24

University of Georgia

Athens, GA

University of Georgia ranked #24 on this year’s Best Computer Information Systems Schools in the Southeast Region list. Located in the medium-sized city of Athens, UGA is a public college with a fairly large student population.

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Honorable Mentions

These are some additional schools worth mentioning that are also great but just didn't quite make the cut to earn our top Best Computer Information Systems Schools in the Southeast Region award.

Rank College Location
25 DeVry University - Georgia Decatur, GA
26 Florida State University Tallahassee, FL
27 University of Kentucky Lexington, KY
28 Georgia Southern University Statesboro, GA
29 University of South Carolina - Columbia Columbia, SC
30 University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR
31 King University Bristol, TN
32 Old Dominion University Norfolk, VA

Best Computer Information Systems Colleges by State

Explore the best computer information systems schools for a specific state in the Southeast region.

State Degrees Awarded
Georgia 4,742
Virginia 3,727
North Carolina 1,634
Florida 5,133
Tennessee 754
Kentucky 1,480
South Carolina 769
Louisiana 135
Arkansas 570
Alabama 1,330
Mississippi 333
West Virginia 403

One of 10 majors within the area of study, computer information systems has other similar majors worth exploring.

Related Major Annual Graduates
Computer Science 59,565
Information Technology 40,555
Information Science 18,325
Computer Systems Networking 14,700
Computer Software & Applications 14,336

Notes and References

*These averages are for the top 25 schools only.

  • Read more about our ranking methodology.
  • The Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), a branch of the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) serves as the core of the rest of our data about colleges.
  • Some other college data, including much of the graduate earnings data, comes from the U.S. Department of Education’s (College Scorecard).

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