Best Computer Programming Schools in Ohio

Ohio has 3 colleges offering Computer Programming programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 25 recent graduates. Graduates in Ohio earn $51,727 on average within two years — 11% below the national average of $57,806. Lower cost of living or industry mix may explain the gap.

3
Schools in OH
$51,727
OH Avg. Earnings
$57,806
National Avg.
39
Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Computer Programming in Ohio

Public Schools (2)
$41,193
avg. 2yr earnings
Private Schools (1)
$62,260
avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $21,067 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

Computer Programming Schools in Ohio, Ranked by Earnings

#1
University of Akron Main Campus logo

University of Akron Main Campus

Akron, OH · Public

N/A
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 70.9%
#2
Herzing University-Akron logo

Herzing University-Akron

Akron, OH · Private

$62,260
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $53,952
Graduates: 25
Acceptance: 94.0%
#3
Youngstown State University logo

Youngstown State University

Youngstown, OH · Public

$41,193
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 80.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Computer Programming in Ohio?
University of Akron Main Campus ranks #1 for Computer Programming in Ohio with median graduate earnings of N/A within two years of graduation. There are 3 schools offering Computer Programming programs in the state.
How much do Computer Programming graduates earn in Ohio?
Computer Programming graduates in Ohio earn an average of $51,727 within two years of graduation. This is 11% below the national average of $57,806 for this major.
What is the hardest Computer Programming school to get into in Ohio?
University of Akron Main Campus is the most selective Computer Programming program in Ohio with an acceptance rate of 70.9%. The average acceptance rate across Computer Programming programs in the state is 81.8%.
Should I attend a public or private school for Computer Programming in Ohio?
In Ohio, private Computer Programming programs produce average earnings of $62,260 vs $41,193 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 2 public and 1 private options in the state.

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study file last updated June 2026. Institution-level figures elsewhere on the site come from the June 2026 release.