Best Computer Science Schools in Missouri

Missouri has 11 colleges offering Computer Science programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 370 recent graduates. Graduates earn $65,538 on average within two years, roughly in line with the national average of $68,283.

School choice matters significantly: Washington University in St Louis graduates earn $99,517 while College of the Ozarks graduates earn $58,673 — a $40,844 gap. Research each program's curriculum, employer connections, and career services before deciding.

Schools in MO

$65,538

MO Avg. Earnings

$68,283

National Avg.

389

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Computer Science in Missouri

Public Schools (4)

$61,896

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (7)

$69,181

avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $7,285 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

Computer Science Schools in Missouri, Ranked by Earnings

Washington University in St Louis

St. Louis, MO · Private

$99,517

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $89,930

Graduates: 53

Acceptance: 12.0%

University of Missouri-St Louis

Saint Louis, MO · Public

$61,814

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $64,659

Graduates: 81

Acceptance: 57.2%

University of Missouri-Kansas City

Kansas City, MO · Public

$65,871

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $63,355

Graduates: 62

Acceptance: 75.0%

Missouri State University-Springfield

Springfield, MO · Public

$62,579

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $59,220

Graduates: 65

Acceptance: 91.0%

Saint Louis University

Saint Louis, MO · Private

N/A

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $68,699

Graduates: 32

Acceptance: 81.5%

University of Central Missouri

Warrensburg, MO · Public

$57,318

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $47,256

Graduates: 51

Acceptance: 68.6%

Webster University

Saint Louis, MO · Private

$57,017

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $59,608

Graduates: 26

Acceptance: 58.0%

Southwest Baptist University

Bolivar, MO · Private

$61,516

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 99.7%

Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Fayette, MO · Private

Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies

Fayette, MO · Private

College of the Ozarks

Point Lookout, MO · Private

$58,673

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 14.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Computer Science in Missouri?

Washington University in St Louis ranks #1 for Computer Science in Missouri with median graduate earnings of $99,517 within two years of graduation. There are 11 schools offering Computer Science programs in the state.

How much do Computer Science graduates earn in Missouri?

Computer Science graduates in Missouri earn an average of $65,538 within two years of graduation. This is 4% below the national average of $68,283 for this major.

What is the hardest Computer Science school to get into in Missouri?

Washington University in St Louis is the most selective Computer Science program in Missouri with an acceptance rate of 12.0%. The average acceptance rate across Computer Science programs in the state is 66.6%.

Should I attend a public or private school for Computer Science in Missouri?

In Missouri, private Computer Science programs produce average earnings of $69,181 vs $61,896 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 4 public and 7 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Missouri

Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $71,527 Computer Engineering $71,505 Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering $65,800 Chemical Engineering $64,233 Construction Management $63,297 Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods $61,065 Computer and Information Sciences, General $60,556 Engineering-Related Fields $58,979

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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.