Computer Science · Mississippi
Computer Science colleges in Mississippi
CampusPin lists 27 U.S. colleges in Mississippi that offer Computer Science programs. Compare tuition, acceptance rate, and enrollment in the table below, every figure links back to the institution's official IPEDS data.
Computer Science combines the mathematical foundations of computation with practical software engineering, preparing graduates for careers in software, AI/ML, security, data, and research.
Schools in Mississippi that offer Computer Science
Alcorn State University
Alcorn State, MS · University · Public
Tuition
$8,549
Acceptance
25%
Enrollment
2,752
Belhaven University
Jackson, MS · University · Private
Tuition
$29,195
Acceptance
53%
Enrollment
3,534
Copiah-Lincoln Community College
Wesson, MS · Community College · Public
Tuition
$4,000
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
1,948
East Central Community College
Decatur, MS · Community College · Public
Tuition
$3,865
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
1,584
East Mississippi Community College
Scooba, MS · Community College · Public
Tuition
$3,950
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
2,914
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS · Community College · Public
Tuition
$3,825
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
6,533
Holmes Community College
Goodman, MS · Community College · Public
Tuition
$3,510
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
3,847
Itawamba Community College
Fulton, MS · Community College · Public
Tuition
$3,420
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
4,018
Jackson State University
Jackson, MS · University · Public
Tuition
$9,090
Acceptance
91%
Enrollment
6,564
Jones County Junior College
Ellisville, MS · Community College · Public
Tuition
$4,000
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
3,248
Meridian Community College
Meridian, MS · Community College · Public
Tuition
$3,932
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
2,025
Mississippi College
Clinton, MS · University · Private
Tuition
$21,698
Acceptance
49%
Enrollment
3,804
Mississippi Delta Community College
Moorhead, MS · Community College · Public
Tuition
$3,540
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
1,490
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Perkinston, MS · Community College · Public
Tuition
$3,950
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
6,231
Mississippi State University
Mississippi State, MS · University · Public
Tuition
$9,815
Acceptance
76%
Enrollment
22,519
Mississippi University for Women
Columbus, MS · University · Public
Tuition
$8,092
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
1,825
Mississippi Valley State University
Itta Bena, MS · University · Public
Tuition
$7,912
Acceptance
51%
Enrollment
1,517
Northeast Mississippi Community College
Booneville, MS · Community College · Public
Tuition
$4,770
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
2,640
Northwest Mississippi Community College
Senatobia, MS · Community College · Public
Tuition
$3,660
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
5,181
Pearl River Community College
Poplarville, MS · Community College · Public
Tuition
$3,650
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
4,725
Rust College
Holly Springs, MS · University · Private
Tuition
$13,840
Acceptance
35%
Enrollment
428
Southeastern Baptist College
Laurel, MS · University · Private
Tuition
$5,925
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
65
Southwest Mississippi Community College
Summit, MS · Community College · Public
Tuition
$3,960
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
1,497
Strayer University-Mississippi
Jackson, MS · University · Private
Tuition
$13,920
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
422
Tougaloo College
Tougaloo, MS · University · Private
Tuition
$11,398
Acceptance
53%
Enrollment
695
University of Mississippi
University, MS · University · Public
Tuition
$9,412
Acceptance
98%
Enrollment
23,944
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS · University · Public
Tuition
$9,618
Acceptance
99%
Enrollment
12,997
Computer Science programs in Mississippi: by the numbers
A quick comparison of the 27 schools listed above, drawn from each institution's published IPEDS data.
Schools listed
27
Public / private
21 / 6
Universities / 2-year
13 / 14
Cities represented
25
In-state tuition range
$3,420–$29,195
Median in-state tuition
$4,770
Lowest published in-state tuition
Itawamba Community College
$3,420
Most selective
Alcorn State University
25% acceptance
Largest by enrollment
University of Mississippi
23,944 students
Figures reflect the schools currently listed and each institution's most recent reported data. Verify current tuition and admissions details with the school before applying.
What you'll study in a Computer Science program
- Programming foundations in languages like Python, Java, C/C++, and JavaScript
- Algorithm design and analysis (Big-O, dynamic programming, graph algorithms)
- Data structures (arrays, trees, hash tables, heaps, graphs)
- Operating systems, networks, and computer architecture
- Databases and distributed systems
- Discrete mathematics, linear algebra, probability, and statistics
- Software engineering practices: version control, testing, code review, agile workflows
- A specialization track such as AI/ML, security, theory, systems, or HCI
Where a Computer Science degree can lead
- Software Engineer
- Data Engineer
- Machine Learning Engineer
- Site Reliability Engineer
- Security Engineer
- Research Scientist (CS PhD)
Typical pay: $78,000–$135,000 early-career (BLS, 2024 software developers median $133,080)
A Computer Science (CS) major covers algorithms, data structures, operating systems, computer architecture, programming languages, databases, and the mathematics behind them, discrete math, linear algebra, and probability. Most CS programs require 3–4 semesters of math and physics in addition to the major.
By the time graduates leave, they can write production code in multiple languages, reason about algorithmic complexity, design and reason about distributed systems, and have at least one specialization (AI/ML, security, systems, theory, or applications). Many CS programs offer concentrations or BS-vs-BA tracks; the BS typically requires more math and engineering coursework.
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