2026 Best Value Computer Science Schools in Connecticut

#1

Central Connecticut State University

New Britain, CT

For return on investment, no school beat Central Connecticut State University this year in Connecticut. Central Connecticut State University is a public school based in New Britain, CT. Students from in state pay about $13,050 in tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay about $16,550. Central Connecticut State University Computer Science students take on a median of $24,340 in debt. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $58,562. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Central Connecticut State University admits about 73% of applicants. See the full Central Connecticut State University profile

#2

Southern Connecticut State University

New Haven, CT

The strong cost-to-outcome balance at Southern Connecticut State University earned it the #2 place in Connecticut. Southern Connecticut State University is a public school based in New Haven, CT. In-state tuition and fees average $13,442, with out-of-state students paying around $16,942. The median Computer Science program debt is $24,660. Graduates go on to earn a median of $55,043 ten years after entry. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. The acceptance rate is 92%. Get the full Southern Connecticut State University report

#3

Western Connecticut State University

Danbury, CT

Western Connecticut State University came in at #3 on this year's best-value Computer Science ranking in Connecticut. Located in Danbury, CT, Western Connecticut State University is a public institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $13,401, with out-of-state students paying around $16,901. Students borrow a median of $25,332 to complete their Computer Science program here. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $59,115. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. The acceptance rate is 87%. Read more about Western Connecticut State University

#4

University Of Connecticut

Storrs, CT

A rank of #4 makes University Of Connecticut one of the best values in Connecticut. Based in Storrs, CT, University Of Connecticut is a public institution. Students from in state pay about $21,044 in tuition and fees, with out-of-state students paying around $43,712. University Of Connecticut Computer Science students take on a median of $23,637 in debt. University Of Connecticut alumni report median earnings of $73,997 a decade after entry. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. The acceptance rate is 52%. Get the full University Of Connecticut report

#5

Yale University

New Haven, CT

Out of the 7 schools in Connecticut in this year's value ranking, Yale University landed the #5 spot. Set in New Haven, CT, Yale University is a private not-for-profit institution. In-state tuition and fees average $67,250. Students borrow a median of $14,357 to complete their Computer Science program here. Yale University alumni report median earnings of $100,533 a decade after entry. That is a strong return on a $14,357 median debt. Yale University admits about 4% of applicants. Get the full Yale University report

#6

Quinnipiac University

Hamden, CT

Quinnipiac University landed the #6 spot for value in Connecticut this year. Located in Hamden, CT, Quinnipiac University is a private not-for-profit institution. In-state tuition and fees average $55,480. The median Computer Science program debt is $25,926. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $83,759. Set against $25,926 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Roughly 72% of applicants are accepted. Get the full Quinnipiac University report

#7

Sacred Heart University

Fairfield, CT

Sacred Heart University placed #7 among the best-value Computer Science schools in Connecticut. This private not-for-profit school is set in Fairfield, CT. In-state tuition and fees average $50,404. Sacred Heart University Computer Science students take on a median of $25,831 in debt. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $75,059. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Sacred Heart University has an acceptance rate of 65%. Read the full report on Sacred Heart University

#8

International Institute Of Cosmetology

International Institute Of Cosmetology landed the #8 spot for value in Connecticut this year. See the full International Institute Of Cosmetology profile

#9

University Of Hartford

University Of Hartford placed #9 among the best-value Computer Science schools in Connecticut. More on University Of Hartford

#10

Academy Di Capelli School Of Cosmetology

Academy Di Capelli School Of Cosmetology landed the #10 spot for value in Connecticut this year. See the full Academy Di Capelli School Of Cosmetology profile

#11

Industrial Management Training Institute

Industrial Management Training Institute placed #11 among the best-value Computer Science schools in Connecticut. Read the full report on Industrial Management Training Institute

#12

University Of New Haven

University Of New Haven placed #12 among the best-value Computer Science schools in Connecticut. Read the full report on University Of New Haven

#13

Trinity College

Trinity College ranked #13 on our 2026 list of the best-value Computer Science schools. More on Trinity College

#14

Lincoln Technical Institute East Windsor

Lincoln Technical Institute East Windsor came in at #14 in this year's value ranking. See the full Lincoln Technical Institute East Windsor profile

#15

Lincoln Technical Institute New Britain

Lincoln Technical Institute New Britain landed the #15 spot for value in Connecticut this year. Read more about Lincoln Technical Institute New Britain

#16

Connecticut Center For Massage Therapy Newington

Connecticut Center For Massage Therapy Newington ranked #16 on our 2026 list of the best-value Computer Science schools. More on Connecticut Center For Massage Therapy Newington

#17

Mitchell College

Mitchell College placed #17 among the best-value Computer Science schools in Connecticut. Read more about Mitchell College

#18

Connecticut College

Connecticut College offered strong value this year, earning the #18 position. Get the full Connecticut College report

#19

Porter And Chester Institute Of Branford

Porter And Chester Institute Of Branford landed the #19 spot for value in Connecticut this year. Read more about Porter And Chester Institute Of Branford

#20

University Of Connecticut Hartford Campus

University Of Connecticut Hartford Campus ranked #20 on our 2026 list of the best-value Computer Science schools. More on University Of Connecticut Hartford Campus

#21

Paier College Of Art Inc

Paier College Of Art Inc ranked #21 on our 2026 list of the best-value Computer Science schools. Get the full Paier College Of Art Inc report

#22

University Of Connecticut Stamford

University Of Connecticut Stamford landed the #22 spot for value in Connecticut this year. Get the full University Of Connecticut Stamford report

#23

Capital Community College

Capital Community College offered strong value this year, earning the #23 position. Get the full Capital Community College report

#24

American Institute Of Healthcare And Technology

American Institute Of Healthcare And Technology landed the #24 spot for value in Connecticut this year. Get the full American Institute Of Healthcare And Technology report

#25

Dolce Llc The Academy

Dolce Llc The Academy came in at #25 in this year's value ranking. Get the full Dolce Llc The Academy report

#26

Charter Oak State College

Charter Oak State College ranked #26 on our 2026 list of the best-value Computer Science schools. More on Charter Oak State College

#27

Eastern Connecticut State University

Eastern Connecticut State University came in at #27 in this year's value ranking. Read the full report on Eastern Connecticut State University

#28

Holy Apostles College And Seminary

Holy Apostles College And Seminary offered strong value this year, earning the #28 position. Get the full Holy Apostles College And Seminary report

#29

Saint Joseph College

Saint Joseph College ranked #29 on our 2026 list of the best-value Computer Science schools. Read more about Saint Joseph College

#30

European Academy Of Cosmetology And Hairdressing

European Academy Of Cosmetology And Hairdressing ranked #30 on our 2026 list of the best-value Computer Science schools. More on European Academy Of Cosmetology And Hairdressing

#31

Riccis Academy Of Cosmetology

Riccis Academy Of Cosmetology offered strong value this year, earning the #31 position. See the full Riccis Academy Of Cosmetology profile

#32

University Of Connecticut Tri Campus

University Of Connecticut Tri Campus landed the #32 spot for value in Connecticut this year. Read more about University Of Connecticut Tri Campus

#33

Branford Academy Of Hair And Cosmetology

Branford Academy Of Hair And Cosmetology came in at #33 in this year's value ranking. See the full Branford Academy Of Hair And Cosmetology profile

#34

Wesleyan University

Wesleyan University came in at #34 in this year's value ranking. Read more about Wesleyan University

#35

Rensselaer Hartford Graduate Center Inc

Rensselaer Hartford Graduate Center Inc offered strong value this year, earning the #35 position. Get the full Rensselaer Hartford Graduate Center Inc report

#36

New England Tractor Trailer Training School Of Ct Bridgeport

New England Tractor Trailer Training School Of Ct Bridgeport offered strong value this year, earning the #36 position. Read the full report on New England Tractor Trailer Training School Of Ct Bridgeport

#37

Post University

Post University placed #37 among the best-value Computer Science schools in Connecticut. See the full Post University profile

#38

Branford Academy Of Hair Cosmetology Bridgeport

Branford Academy Of Hair Cosmetology Bridgeport came in at #38 in this year's value ranking. Read the full report on Branford Academy Of Hair Cosmetology Bridgeport

#39

Porter And Chester Institute Of Stratford

Porter And Chester Institute Of Stratford placed #39 among the best-value Computer Science schools in Connecticut. See the full Porter And Chester Institute Of Stratford profile

#40

Arizona College Of Nursing Hartford

Arizona College Of Nursing Hartford came in at #40 in this year's value ranking. Get the full Arizona College Of Nursing Hartford report

#41

Paul Mitchell The School North Haven

Paul Mitchell The School North Haven placed #41 among the best-value Computer Science schools in Connecticut. See the full Paul Mitchell The School North Haven profile

#42

Lincoln Technical Institute Shelton

Lincoln Technical Institute Shelton ranked #42 on our 2026 list of the best-value Computer Science schools. Get the full Lincoln Technical Institute Shelton report

#43

Fairfield University

Fairfield University landed the #43 spot for value in Connecticut this year. Read more about Fairfield University

#44

Hartford Seminary

Hartford Seminary offered strong value this year, earning the #44 position. Read the full report on Hartford Seminary

#45

United States Coast Guard Academy

United States Coast Guard Academy placed #45 among the best-value Computer Science schools in Connecticut. Read the full report on United States Coast Guard Academy

#46

University Of Connecticut Avery Point

University Of Connecticut Avery Point landed the #46 spot for value in Connecticut this year. Read the full report on University Of Connecticut Avery Point

#47

Oxford Academy Of Hair Design Inc

Oxford Academy Of Hair Design Inc came in at #47 in this year's value ranking. Get the full Oxford Academy Of Hair Design Inc report

#48

Belle Academy Of Cosmetology

Belle Academy Of Cosmetology offered strong value this year, earning the #48 position. Read the full report on Belle Academy Of Cosmetology

#49

Goodwin College

Goodwin College came in at #49 in this year's value ranking. More on Goodwin College

#50

Albertus Magnus College

Albertus Magnus College came in at #50 in this year's value ranking. Get the full Albertus Magnus College report