2023 Best Value Computer & Information Sciences Schools in Arizona
Identifying Quality Schools at More Affordable Prices
Finding the Best Computer & Information Sciences School for You
Computer & Information Sciences is one of the most popular subjects to study in Arizona. With 5,487 degrees and certificates handed out in 2020-2021, it ranked 5th out of all the majors we track in the state.
With all the programs available today, it can be tough to choose which one is the best for you. You're no longer limited to schools in your local area, either, since online programs are becoming more prevalent. Or you may find the programs at a trade school to be a better alternative for you.
To assist you in seeing some of the education options that are available to you, Course Advisor has created its Best Value Computer & Information Sciences Schools in Arizona ranking. This report analyzed 8 schools in Arizona to see which ones offered the best value programs for computer and information sciences students. The goal was to highlight schools with more affordable prices than others offering similar quality experiences.
Our ranking of value is based on the quality of a program as defined in our per sticker price dollar. More specifically, we discount our quality score by the published tuition and fees charged by a school. This gives the cost per unit of quality for each college. The value is determined by how much quality your dollar buys.
In our regional and nationwide rankings, out-of-state tution and fees are used in our calculations. Average in-state tuition and fees are used for our statewide rankings.
Best Arizona Schools for Affordable Quality in Computer & Information Sciences
Our analysis found Pima Community College to be the best value school for computer and information sciences students who want to pursue a degree in Arizona. Located in the large city of Tucson, Pima County Community College District is a public school with a fairly large student population.
Pima County Community College District undergraduate students pay an average of $2,250 in in-state tuition and fees each year. After completing their degree, computer and information sciences graduates from Pima County Community College District carry an average student debtload of $9,872.
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You’ll be in good company if you decide to attend University of Phoenix - Arizona. It ranked #2 on our 2023 Best Value Computer & Information Sciences Schools in Arizona list. UOPX - Arizona is a very large private for-profit school located in the large city of Tempe.
The average tuition and fees for an in-state undergraduate at UOPX - Arizona are $9,552 a year. The average amount in student loans that computer and information sciences majors at UOPX - Arizona take out is $34,953. When it comes time to repay the loan, graduates who are on a 10-year repayment plan pay an average monthly payment of $136.
In addition to its best value ranking, and one of the reasons why the school is on the list, UOPX - Arizona is ranked #4 for overall quality for computer and information sciences in Arizona.
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A rank of #3 on this year’s list means Arizona State University - Tempe is a great value for computer and information sciences students. Located in the midsize city of Tempe, ASU - Tempe is a public college with a fairly large student population.
The average tuition and fees for an in-state undergraduate at ASU - Tempe are $11,348 a year. While working on their degree, computer and information sciences majors at ASU - Tempe accumulate an average of around $22,957 in student debt. For students who choose a 10-year repayment plan, the average monthly student loan payment is $249.
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You’ll be in good company if you decide to attend University of Arizona. It ranked #4 on our 2023 Best Value Computer & Information Sciences Schools in Arizona list. University of Arizona is a very large public school located in the city of Tucson.
The average tuition and fees for an in-state undergraduate at University of Arizona are $12,404 a year. The average amount in student loans that computer and information sciences majors at University of Arizona take out is $24,333. The average monthly payment of a loan this size is about $601, assuming that the borrower is on a 10-year repayment plan.
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Out of the 8 schools in Arizona that were part of this year’s ranking, Grand Canyon University landed the # 5 spot on the list. Grand Canyon University is a very large private for-profit school located in the large city of Phoenix.
The average tuition and fees for an in-state undergraduate at Grand Canyon University are $17,189 a year. The average amount in student loans that computer and information sciences majors at Grand Canyon University take out is $28,137.
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Northern Arizona University ranked #6 on this year’s Best Value Computer & Information Sciences Schools in Arizona list. NAU is a fairly large public school located in the city of Flagstaff.
In-state tuition fees for undergraduate students at NAU are $11,527 per year. The average amount in student loans that computer and information sciences majors at NAU take out is $24,611.
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DeVry University - Arizona did quite well in this year’s ranking of the best value schools for computer and information sciences students. It came in at #7 on the list. Located in the city of Phoenix, DeVry University - Arizona is a private for-profit school with a fairly small student population.
DeVry University - Arizona undergraduate students pay an average of $15,032 in in-state tuition and fees each year. The average amount in student loans that computer and information sciences majors at DeVry University - Arizona take out is $42,891. The average monthly payment of a loan this size is about $175, assuming that the borrower is on a 10-year repayment plan.
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University of Advancing Technology landed the #8 spot in the 2023 rankings for the best value computer and information sciences programs. Located in the city of Tempe, University of Advancing Technology is a private for-profit college with a fairly small student population.
The average tuition and fees for an in-state undergraduate at University of Advancing Technology are $17,461 a year. While working on their degree, computer and information sciences majors at University of Advancing Technology accumulate an average of around $30,875 in student debt.
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| State | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|
| Texas | 12,825 |
| New Mexico | 493 |
| Oklahoma | 1,224 |
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Majors Related to Computer & Information Sciences
Computer & Information Sciences Majors to Study
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Computer Information Systems | 88,434 |
| Computer Science | 59,565 |
| Information Technology | 40,555 |
| Information Science | 18,325 |
| Computer Systems Networking | 14,700 |
| Computer Software & Applications | 14,336 |
| Computer Programming | 11,939 |
| Computer Systems Analysis | 2,338 |
| Data Processing | 1,955 |
| Other Computer & Information Sciences | 1,755 |
| Data Entry | 552 |
Majors Similar to Computer & Information Sciences
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Engineering | 198,468 |
| Biological & Biomedical Sciences | 177,778 |
| Engineering Technologies | 85,188 |
| Mathematics & Statistics | 52,396 |
| Physical Sciences | 50,306 |
Notes and References
*These averages are for the top 8 schools only.
- 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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