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2020 Best Online Computer Science Degrees & Colleges in California
Are you looking for a school in California where you can earn an online computer science degree? Start your search for the best online computer science colleges and universities in California here.
The Best Adult Colleges & Careers Guide makes it easy to find information about the schools offering online computer science degree programs in California. Get detailed information about colleges and universities with 100% online computer science programs, including the number of distance-offered computer science degree completions, student type and more. In the end, you'll have an understanding of which college or university may be right for you.
California Online Computer Science Degrees by the Numbers
Online computer science degrees in California have been growing at institutions over the past 5 years. In 2018, students completed 1,510 computer science-related degree programs that were offered 100% online by California colleges and universities. That was an increase of 93% from completions reported in 2014.
Schools with Distance Education Completions
6
Est. Total Online Completions in 2018
1,510
Est. Online Completions (Last 5 Years)
14:782
15:357
16:456
17:1391
18:1510
Estimate derived from 2018 completion data from National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) for Computer Science
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Top Online College for Busy Adults & Transfer Students
Franklin University is a top choice for online learners, transfer students and adults who need to balance school with busy lives. Founded in 1902, Franklin's main focus has been serving adult students and tailoring education to fit their needs. Nonprofit and regionally-accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), Franklin offers more than 50 affordable bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs — all available 100% online.
Est. Online Degree Availability
100%
Online Offerings340
Adult Students
81%
Students 25+ 81
Students Under 25 19
Undergraduate Cost / Credit Hour
$398
Best Nonprofit Online Colleges in California for Online Computer Science Degrees
According to 2018 data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), there were 6 nonprofit 4-year schools in California where students completed 1,482 distance education Computer Science degree programs. Of those schools, 4 were private nonprofit institutions and 2 were public schools. Browse through the listing below to learn more about each of the nonprofit colleges in California offering online Computer Science programs.
Franklin University
Student Age:
Adult
Online:
All
2018 Tuition
$12,241
School Type
4-Year
Accredited
Yes
Non-Profit
Yes
Franklin offers more than 50 online bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctoral programs in California. Franklin University is an accredited nonprofit 4-year school where most students attend classes part-time. Most of the students are adults and all computer science programs completed were offered online. Bachelor's degrees are the most popular at Franklin University. In 2018, 20 distance education computer science bachelor's degrees were completed. In addition, 4 associate degrees, 10 master's degrees, and 0 doctoral degrees were completed as distance education programs.
Est. Online Computer Science Offerings
100%
Online Offerings340
Estimate derived from 2018 completion and distance learning data from National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) for Computer Science
.
Est. Online Completions By Degree Type
34
Associate: 4
Bachelor's: 20
Master's: 10
Doctoral: 0
2018 completion data sourced from National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) for Computer Science
.
Naval Postgraduate School
Student Age:
Traditional
Online:
Mostly
2018 Tuition
N/A
School Type
4-Year
Accredited
Yes
Non-Profit
Yes
Naval Postgraduate School is an accredited public 4-year school where most students attend classes full-time. Most of the students are of traditional age and most computer science programs completed were offered online. Master's degrees are the most popular at Naval Postgraduate School. In 2018, 33 distance education computer science master's degrees were completed. In addition, 0 associate degrees, 0 bachelor's degrees, and 0 doctoral degrees were completed as distance education programs.
Est. Online Computer Science Offerings
97%
Online Offerings331
Estimate derived from 2018 completion and distance learning data from National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) for Computer Science
.
Est. Online Completions By Degree Type
33
Associate: 0
Bachelor's: 0
Master's: 33
Doctoral: 0
2018 completion data sourced from National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) for Computer Science
.
California State University-Monterey Bay
Student Age:
Traditional
Online:
All
2018 Tuition
$7,043
School Type
4-Year
Accredited
Yes
Non-Profit
Yes
California State University-Monterey Bay is an accredited public 4-year school where most students attend classes full-time. Most of the students are of traditional age and all computer science programs completed were offered online. Bachelor's degrees are the most popular at California State University-Monterey Bay. In 2018, 131 distance education computer science bachelor's degrees were completed. In addition, 0 associate degrees, 0 master's degrees, and 0 doctoral degrees were completed as distance education programs.
Est. Online Computer Science Offerings
100%
Online Offerings1310
Estimate derived from 2018 completion and distance learning data from National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) for Computer Science
.
Est. Online Completions By Degree Type
131
Associate: 0
Bachelor's: 131
Master's: 0
Doctoral: 0
2018 completion data sourced from National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) for Computer Science
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Stanford University
Student Age:
Traditional
Online:
Some
2018 Tuition
$49,617
School Type
4-Year
Accredited
Yes
Non-Profit
Yes
Stanford University is an accredited nonprofit 4-year school where most students attend classes full-time. Most of the students are of traditional age and some computer science programs completed were offered online. Master's degrees are the most popular at Stanford University. In 2018, 276 distance education computer science master's degrees were completed. In addition, 0 associate degrees, 0 bachelor's degrees, and 0 doctoral degrees were completed as distance education programs.
Est. Online Computer Science Offerings
44%
Online Offerings276347
Estimate derived from 2018 completion and distance learning data from National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) for Computer Science
.
Est. Online Completions By Degree Type
276
Associate: 0
Bachelor's: 0
Master's: 276
Doctoral: 0
2018 completion data sourced from National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) for Computer Science
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University of Southern California
Student Age:
Traditional
Online:
Mostly
2018 Tuition
$54,259
School Type
4-Year
Accredited
Yes
Non-Profit
Yes
University of Southern California is an accredited nonprofit 4-year school where most students attend classes full-time. Most of the students are of traditional age and most computer science programs completed were offered online. Master's degrees are the most popular at University of Southern California. In 2018, 872 distance education computer science master's degrees were completed. In addition, 0 associate degrees, 0 bachelor's degrees, and 37 doctoral degrees were completed as distance education programs.
Est. Online Computer Science Offerings
82%
Online Offerings909202
Estimate derived from 2018 completion and distance learning data from National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) for Computer Science
.
Est. Online Completions By Degree Type
909
Associate: 0
Bachelor's: 0
Master's: 872
Doctoral: 37
2018 completion data sourced from National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) for Computer Science
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National University
Student Age:
Adult
Online:
All
2018 Tuition
$13,016
School Type
4-Year
Accredited
Yes
Non-Profit
Yes
National University is an accredited nonprofit 4-year school where most students attend classes part-time. Most of the students are adults and all computer science programs completed were offered online. Master's degrees are the most popular at National University. In 2018, 66 distance education computer science master's degrees were completed. In addition, 0 associate degrees, 33 bachelor's degrees, and 0 doctoral degrees were completed as distance education programs.
Est. Online Computer Science Offerings
100%
Online Offerings990
Estimate derived from 2018 completion and distance learning data from National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) for Computer Science
.
Est. Online Completions By Degree Type
99
Associate: 0
Bachelor's: 33
Master's: 66
Doctoral: 0
2018 completion data sourced from National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) for Computer Science
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For-Profit Online Computer Science Colleges & Degrees in California
Get a list of four-year for-profit online colleges and universities offering Computer Science degree programs in California here. According to 2018 data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), there was 1 for-profit 4-year school in California where students completed 62 distance education degree programs.
Trident University International
Student Age:
Adult
Online:
All
2018 Tuition
$9,240
School Type
4-Year
Accredited
Yes
Non-Profit
No
Trident University International is an accredited for profit 4-year school where most students attend classes part-time. Most of the students are adults and all computer science programs completed were offered online. Bachelor's degrees are the most popular at Trident University International. In 2018, 62 distance education computer science bachelor's degrees were completed. In addition, 0 associate degrees, 0 master's degrees, and 0 doctoral degrees were completed as distance education programs.
Est. Online Computer Science Offerings
100%
Online Offerings620
Estimate derived from 2018 completion and distance learning data from National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) for Computer Science
.
Est. Online Completions By Degree Type
62
Associate: 0
Bachelor's: 62
Master's: 0
Doctoral: 0
2018 completion data sourced from National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) for Computer Science
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Affordable Online Computer Science Degree Programs in California
Wondering what you can expect to pay for an online computer science degree in California, or which online California schools have the most affordable options? According to undergraduate tuition data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), the average tuition at California 4-year nonprofit schools is $22,696. The average tuition at 4-year for-profit schools in California is $9,240, while tuition at 2-year online colleges and universities is N/A.
4-Year Nonprofit
$22,696
/year
4-Year For-Profit
$9,240
/year
2-Year
N/A
Accredited Online Colleges for Computer Science in California
Earning a college degree is an investment — and earning an online computer sciencedegree from an accredited university is one of best ways to ensure your education is of high quality. Accredited universities are held to rigorous standards by state and regional bodies and undergo regular reviews to verify that their processes and academic programs meet the proper standards.
Wondering if a certain California college or university is accredited? View a list of accredited online Computer Science colleges and universities in California here. We've made it easy to find your school by breaking down the list by school type.
Accredited Online Nonprofit Colleges in California
- Naval Postgraduate School
- California State University-Monterey Bay
- Franklin University
- Stanford University
- University of Southern California
- National University
Accredited Online For-Profit Colleges in California
- Trident University International
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