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#1 #1 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Humacao Community College Humacao, PR At Humacao Community College, only two majors are offered: Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Accounting....view more Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#2 #2 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Universidad Ana G- Mendez-Carolina Campus Carolina, PR At Universidad Ana G- Mendez-Carolina Campus, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration, Business Administration and Management, General, Restaurant, Culinary, and and Catering Management/Manager....view more Acceptance Rate 53% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 710–950 Median Starting Salary $61,038
#3 #3 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. University of Alaska Anchorage Anchorage, AK Every year, the University of Alaska Anchorage awards around 130 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 60% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 990–1,200 Median Starting Salary $64,318
#4 #4 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Kent State University at Geauga Burton, OH At Kent State University at Geauga, only two majors are offered: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other, and Computer Support Specialist....view more Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 820–1,080 Median Starting Salary $66,389
#5 #5 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Kent State University at Salem Salem, OH At Kent State University at Salem, the most popular majors students study are Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist, Applied Horticulture/Horticulture Operations, General, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, and Other....view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 850–1,020 Median Starting Salary $66,389
#6 #6 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Jackson College Jackson, MI At Jackson College, only one major is offered: Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician....view more Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#7 #7 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Columbus State Community College Columbus, OH Every year, Columbus State Community College grants about 1195 degrees to students studying Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 90 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#8 #8 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Des Moines Area Community College Ankeny, IA Each year, Des Moines Area Community College grants around 819 degrees to those studying Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 69% Annual Degrees Awarded 62 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#9 #9 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Cincinnati State Technical and Community College Cincinnati, OH At Cincinnati State Technical and Community College, only two majors are offered: Surveying Technology/Surveying, and Food Science....view more Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 32 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#10 #10 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City Kansas City, MO Every year, Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City grants about 1209 degrees to those majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 52 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#11 #11 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. College of DuPage Glen Ellyn, IL Annually, the College of DuPage grants about 673 degrees to those studying Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Biological and Physical Sciences, General Studies, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more Acceptance Rate 74% Annual Degrees Awarded 54 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#12 #12 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Indian Hills Community College Ottumwa, IA At Indian Hills Community College, the most popular majors students pursue are Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more Acceptance Rate 13% Annual Degrees Awarded 20 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#13 #13 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Portland Community College Portland, OR At Portland Community College, the most popular majors students pursue are Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician, Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician, Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians, and Other....view more Acceptance Rate 92% Annual Degrees Awarded 50 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#14 #14 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Danville Area Community College Danville, IL Annually, Danville Area Community College grants about 107 degrees to those majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 12 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#15 #15 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Houston Community College Houston, TX Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 54 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#16 #16 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Northeast Iowa Community College Calmar, IA Annually, Northeast Iowa Community College grants about 102 degrees to students majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 13 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#17 #17 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Belmont College St Clairsville, OH Every year, Belmont College awards around 17 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#18 #18 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. California Institute of Arts & Technology-National City National City, CA Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#19 #19 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Stark State College North Canton, OH At Stark State College, the three most popular college majors students study are General Studies, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, Stark State College awards 164 degrees per year to graduating General Studies students....view more Acceptance Rate 63% Annual Degrees Awarded 23 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#20 #20 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Community College of Rhode Island Warwick, RI Acceptance Rate 81% Annual Degrees Awarded 23 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#21 #21 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Kirkwood Community College Cedar Rapids, IA At Kirkwood Community College, the three most popular college majors students study are Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 20 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#22 #22 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Lansing Community College Lansing, MI Every year, Lansing Community College awards about 456 degrees to students studying Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 68% Annual Degrees Awarded 16 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#23 #23 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Mid Michigan College Harrison, MI Each year, Mid Michigan College grants around 93 degrees to students majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 69% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#24 #24 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. James A- Rhodes State College Lima, OH Acceptance Rate 64% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#25 #25 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Butler County Community College Butler, PA Every year, Butler County Community College grants about 76 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and General Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 32% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#26 #26 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Owens Community College Perrysburg, OH At Owens Community College, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, General Studies, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, Owens Community College grants 192 degrees every year to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more Acceptance Rate 83% Annual Degrees Awarded 12 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#27 #27 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Truckee Meadows Community College Reno, NV Every year, Truckee Meadows Community College grants around 12 degrees to those studying Dental Hygiene/Hygienist, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 13 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#28 #28 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Iowa Lakes Community College Estherville, IA At Iowa Lakes Community College, the three most popular college majors students study are Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 13% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#29 #29 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Kent State University at East Liverpool East Liverpool, OH Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 850–1,060 Median Starting Salary $66,389
#30 #30 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Delaware County Community College Media, PA At Delaware County Community College, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician, Criminal Justice/Police Science, and Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder....view more Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#31 #31 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Springfield Technical Community College Springfield, MA At Springfield Technical Community College, the most popular majors students pursue are Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Business/Commerce, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more Acceptance Rate 70% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#32 #32 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. North Idaho College Coeur d'Alene, ID At North Idaho College, only three majors are offered: Machine Tool Technology/Machinist, Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology, and Graphic Design....view more Acceptance Rate 84% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score 900–1,130 Median Starting Salary $66,389
#33 #33 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Hennepin Technical College Brooklyn Park, MN Annually, Hennepin Technical College grants about 22 degrees to students majoring in Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#34 #34 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Clark State College Springfield, OH At Clark State College, only one major is offered: Engineering/Industrial Management. Typically, 3 students are awarded a degree in Engineering/Industrial Management every year. view more Acceptance Rate 40% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#35 #35 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Lone Star College System The Woodlands, TX At Lone Star College System, only three majors are offered: Operations Management and Supervision, Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance, and......view more Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#36 #36 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Mesa Community College Mesa, AZ Acceptance Rate 60% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#37 #37 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Northwest Mississippi Community College Senatobia, MS Each year, Northwest Mississippi Community College awards about 464 degrees to students studying General Studies, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#38 #38 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Mott Community College Flint, MI At Mott Community College, only one major is offered: Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General. Usually, 35 students are awarded a degree in Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General every year. view more Acceptance Rate 91% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#39 #39 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Meridian Community College Meridian, MS At Meridian Community College, only two majors are offered: Machine Tool Technology/Machinist, and Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology....view more Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#40 #40 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Rio Salado College Tempe, AZ Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#41 #41 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Lehigh Carbon Community College Schnecksville, PA At Lehigh Carbon Community College, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, General Studies, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 75% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#42 #42 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College Perkinston, MS At Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, the most popular majors students study are Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, Business/Commerce, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#43 #43 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Pearl River Community College Poplarville, MS Every year, Pearl River Community College awards about 571 degrees to those majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,040–1,080 Median Starting Salary $66,389
#44 #44 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Hinds Community College Raymond, MS Each year, Hinds Community College grants around 1505 degrees to those majoring in General Studies, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, and Child Care Provider/Assistant....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#45 #45 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Moraine Park Technical College Fond du Lac, WI At Moraine Park Technical College, only one major is offered: Tool and Die Technology/Technician....view more Acceptance Rate 60% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#46 #46 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Iowa Western Community College Council Bluffs, IA Annually, Iowa Western Community College awards about 257 degrees to students majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, General Studies, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 89% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#47 #47 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Lakeland Community College Kirtland, OH Each year, Lakeland Community College awards about 414 degrees to those majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 800–1,010 Median Starting Salary $66,389
#48 #48 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. McHenry County College Crystal Lake, IL Every year, McHenry County College awards around 414 degrees to students majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Biological and Physical Sciences, General Studies, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more Acceptance Rate 81% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#49 #49 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Bunker Hill Community College Boston, MA Annually, Bunker Hill Community College grants around 120 degrees to those studying Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#50 #50 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Arkansas State University-Mountain Home Mountain Home, AR At Arkansas State University-Mountain Home, the three most popular college majors students study are General Studies, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#51 #51 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. State Fair Community College Sedalia, MO Every year, State Fair Community College awards about 381 degrees to students majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#52 #52 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Parkland College Champaign, IL At Parkland College, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, General Studies, and Biological and Physical Sciences. In fact, Parkland College grants 132 degrees per year to graduating Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies students....view more Acceptance Rate 67% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 890–1,110 Median Starting Salary $66,389
#53 #53 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. South Mountain Community College Phoenix, AZ At South Mountain Community College, the most popular majors students study are Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, General Studies, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#54 #54 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Lane Community College Eugene, OR At Lane Community College, only two majors are offered: Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician, and Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician....view more Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
#55 #55 Best College for Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the U.S. Holyoke Community College Holyoke, MA At Holyoke Community College, the most popular majors students study are Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $66,389
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About Computer Programming, Specific Applications

Computer Programming, Specific Applications programs prepare individuals to apply the knowledge and skills of general computer programming to the solution of specific operational problems and customization requirements presented by individual software users and organizational users. Includes training in specific types of software and its installation and maintenance.

Those who are interested in Computer Programming, Specific Applications can study up to a Postbaccalaureate certificate. Currently, 1,402 students earn a some level of degree in Computer Programming, Specific Applications around the United States each year. More students graduate with a degree in Computer Programming, Specific Applications in the state of Ohio than any other state. The average annual income for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Computer Programming, Specific Applications is $50,500.

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The highest paying career for Computer Programming, Specific Applications majors is Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers. But, something else to consider is how much demand there is for specific jobs. A position that is in high need that a degree in Computer Programming, Specific Applications can prepare you for is Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers.

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Total Students

703

Female Students

163 (23%)

Male Students

540 (76%)

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