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2023 Most Popular Computer Science Associate Degree Schools in Idaho

7 Schools Ranked
$5,324 Avg Tuition & Fees*
$18,961 Avg Student Debt

There are so many computer science programs in today's world that it can tough to figure out which one is the right one for you. As online education oppotunities continue to grow, you're not restricted to just schools in your local area anymore. Even some of the 'big name' schools are offering online courses. Also, there are a number of trade schools and bootcamps with offerings that you might find attractive.

To assist you in seeing some of the education options that are available to you, Computer Science Degree Search has created its Most Popular Computer Science Associate Degree Schools in Idaho ranking. This report analyzed 7 schools in Idaho to see which ones were the most popular associate degree programs for computer science students. To create this ranking we looked at how many students graduated from each school on the list.

Learn more about these popular schools below:

90 Total Awards
$10,200 Avg Student Debt

Our analysis found Brigham Young University - Idaho to be the most popular school for computer science students who want to pursue a associate degree in Idaho. This large private not-for-profit school is located in Rexburg, Idaho, and it awarded 90 associate degrees in 2020-2021.

By the time they get their associate degree, students from this school have racked up an average of $10,200 in student loans. Around 26% of those degree recipients were women.

You may have the opportunity to take online classes at BYU - I. Of all the undergraduates enrolled at the school during the 2019-2020 academic year, around 82% took at least some of their classes online.

Full Brigham Young University - Idaho Report

#2

College of Western Idaho

Nampa, Idaho
72 Total Awards
$4,336 Average Tuition & Fees
$16,617 Avg Student Debt

You’ll be in good company if you decide to attend College of Western Idaho. It ranked #2 on our 2023 Most Popular Computer Science Associate Degree Schools in Idaho list. Located in Nampa, Idaho, the fairly large public school handed out 72 associate degree awards in 2020-2021.

By the time they get their associate degree, students from this school have racked up an average of $16,617 in student loans. Around 7% of those degree recipients were women.

One thing to take note of is that CWI does offer online classes in some areas. Of all the undergraduates enrolled at the school during the 2019-2020 academic year, around 51% took at least some of their classes online.

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#3

North Idaho College

Coeur d'Alene, Idaho
28 Total Awards
$4,960 Average Tuition & Fees
$17,016 Avg Student Debt

You’ll be in good company if you decide to attend North Idaho College. It ranked #3 on our 2023 Most Popular Computer Science Associate Degree Schools in Idaho list. Located in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, the small public school awarded 28 diplomas to qualifed associate degree students in 2020-2021.

Full-time students from Idaho pay an average of $4,960 in tuition and fees if they choose to attend NIC. If you are from out of state, expect to pay an average of $8,736. By the time they get their associate degree, students from this school have racked up an average of $17,016 in student loans. Of those students who received their degree, 14% were women.

Depending on your major, you may be able to take online classes at NIC. During the 2019-2020 year, about 80% of the undergraduates at the school took at least one online course.

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#4

College of Southern Idaho

Twin Falls, Idaho
21 Total Awards
$12,921 Avg Student Debt

A rank of #4 on this year’s list means College of Southern Idaho is a great place for computer science students working on their associate degree. Twin Falls, Idaho is the setting for this medium-sized institution of higher learning. The public school handed out associate degrees to 21 students in 2020-2021.

Associate Degree recipients from College of Southern Idaho accumulate an average of $12,921 in student debt by the time they complete their degree. Around 24% of those degree recipients were women.

If you are interested in distance education, be sure to check with the school since College of Southern Idaho does offer online classes for certain majors. To give an idea of how popular online courses are at the school, 41% of undergraduates took at least one course online in 2019-2020.

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#5

Lewis - Clark State College

Lewiston, Idaho
19 Total Awards
$19,675 Avg Student Debt

A rank of #5 on this year’s list means Lewis - Clark State College is a great place for computer science students working on their associate degree. Lewis - Clark State College is a public institution located in Lewiston, Idaho. The school has a small population, and it awarded 19 associate degrees in 2020-2021.

On average, associate degree students take out $19,675 in loans while pursuing their degree. Around 16% of those degree recipients were women.

Online courses are available at Lewis - Clark State College, but you will need to check with the school to see if they are available for your field of interest. Of all the undergraduates enrolled at the school during the 2019-2020 academic year, around 52% took at least some of their classes online.

Full Lewis - Clark State College Report

#6

College of Eastern Idaho

Idaho Falls, Idaho
18 Total Awards
$4,126 Average Tuition & Fees
$23,007 Avg Student Debt

College of Eastern Idaho landed the #6 spot in the 2023 rankings for the most popular associate degree computer science programs. CEI is a small public school situated in Idaho Falls, Idaho. It awarded 18 associate degrees in 2020-2021.

Full-time students from Idaho pay an average of $4,126 in tuition and fees if they choose to attend CEI. Those students who come from outside the state pay an average of $6,222. On average, associate degree students take out $23,007 in loans while pursuing their degree. Around 33% of those degree recipients were women.

Some students may be able to take online classes at CEI. During the 2019-2020 year, about 76% of the undergraduates at the school took at least one online course.

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#7

Idaho State University

Pocatello, Idaho
8 Total Awards
$7,872 Average Tuition & Fees
$28,892 Avg Student Debt

Idaho State University landed the #7 spot in the 2023 rankings for the most popular associate degree computer science programs. This fairly large public school is located in Pocatello, Idaho, and it awarded 8 associate degrees in 2020-2021.

The average in-state tuition and fees for students at ISU is $7,872. Those students who come from outside the state pay an average of $25,326. By the time they get their associate degree, students from this school have racked up an average of $28,892 in student loans. Around 13% of those degree recipients were women.

ISU does offer online classes for certain degree levels. During the 2019-2020 year, about 61% of the undergraduates at the school took at least one online course.

Full Idaho State University Report

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Notes and References

Footnotes

*These averages are for the top 7 schools only.

References

  • 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 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).
  • Information about the national average student loan default rate is from the U.S. Department of Education and refers to data about the 2016 borrower cohort tracking period for which the cohort default rate (CDR) was 10.1%.

More about our data sources and methodologies.

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