Computer Science · Rhode Island
Computer Science colleges in Rhode Island
CampusPin lists 12 U.S. colleges in Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island that offer Computer Science
Brown University
Providence, RI · University · Private
Tuition
$68,230
Acceptance
6%
Enrollment
11,048
College Unbound
Providence, RI · University · Private
Tuition
$10,488
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
398
Community College of Rhode Island
Warwick, RI · Community College · Public
Tuition
$5,326
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
11,455
Johnson & Wales University-Online
Providence, RI · University · Private
Tuition
$13,365
Acceptance
54%
Enrollment
2,587
Johnson & Wales University-Providence
Providence, RI · University · Private
Tuition
$40,408
Acceptance
84%
Enrollment
4,333
New England Institute of Technology
East Greenwich, RI · University · Private
Tuition
$35,625
Acceptance
73%
Enrollment
1,850
Providence College
Providence, RI · University · Private
Tuition
$60,848
Acceptance
49%
Enrollment
4,614
Rhode Island College
Providence, RI · University · Public
Tuition
$10,986
Acceptance
81%
Enrollment
5,612
Rhode Island School of Design
Providence, RI · University · Private
Tuition
$59,760
Acceptance
14%
Enrollment
2,538
Roger Williams University
Bristol, RI · University · Private
Tuition
$42,666
Acceptance
88%
Enrollment
4,251
Salve Regina University
Newport, RI · University · Private
Tuition
$47,930
Acceptance
70%
Enrollment
2,821
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI · University · Public
Tuition
$16,408
Acceptance
77%
Enrollment
16,503
Computer Science programs in Rhode Island: by the numbers
A quick comparison of the 12 schools listed above, drawn from each institution's published IPEDS data.
Schools listed
12
Public / private
3 / 9
Universities / 2-year
11 / 1
Cities represented
6
In-state tuition range
$5,326–$68,230
Median in-state tuition
$38,017
Lowest published in-state tuition
Community College of Rhode Island
$5,326
Most selective
Brown University
6% acceptance
Largest by enrollment
University of Rhode Island
16,503 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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