A computer science degree in the USA is the bachelor's subject ApplyBoard users open most for international students, with interest growing. Users are exploring BS Computer Science programs at public universities such as Southeast Missouri State, Central Michigan, St. Cloud State and Texas State, and Northeastern University's MS in Computer Science at graduate level.
Why Study Computer Science in the US?
- Computer science is a STEM field, which can qualify graduates for STEM OPT.
- Public universities offer strong value on tuition.
- Co-op options at universities like Northeastern add work experience.
Programs to Explore
Disclaimer: Tuition and application fees come from ApplyBoard program pages as of 20 Oct 2026 and can change. Always confirm current fees on the program page before your student applies.
Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant, Michigan
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Interest from ApplyBoard users in this computer science degree has grown strongly this term.
Tuition (1st year)
US $22,050
Application fee
US $55
Northeastern University (USA) Boston, Massachusetts
Master of Science - Computer Science (Optional Co-op)
New on ApplyBoard this term, with many ApplyBoard users who view this co-op master's going on to start an application.
Tuition (1st year)
US $32,130
Application fee
US $100
Southeast Missouri State University Cape Girardeau, Missouri
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
A computer science degree in southeast Missouri where interest from ApplyBoard users has climbed sharply.
Tuition (1st year)
US $18,000
Application fee
US $60
St. Cloud State University St. Cloud, Minnesota
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
A steady computer science choice in Minnesota, and ApplyBoard users who view it often start an application.
Tuition (1st year)
US $9,858
Application fee
Free
Texas State University San Marcos, Texas
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Strong growth in interest from ApplyBoard users for this computer science degree in central Texas.
Tuition (1st year)
US $22,238
Application fee
US $90
Frequently Asked Questions
Computer science programs are generally STEM-designated in the US, which can make graduates eligible for the STEM OPT extension. Confirm on each program page.
On ApplyBoard this fall, users are exploring computer science programs at Southeast Missouri State, Central Michigan, St. Cloud State, Texas State and Northeastern.
Ready to Apply?
Every program above is open to apply on ApplyBoard. Students can check eligibility, compare intakes and apply in one place, and recruitment partners can do the same for every student they support.
About this data: These trends come from program searches on ApplyBoard between 10 Jul 2026 and 17 Oct 2026, compared with the 100 days before. They are a snapshot of what ApplyBoard users were exploring at that moment, not a ranking of institutions or a statement by any institution. Programs, tuition, intakes, deadlines and immigration rules change often: always check the program page on ApplyBoard and official government sources for the latest before applying or advising a student.