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Thinking of attending a computer science graduate school online? Want to save a few thousand dollars and earn your master's degree at a nationally ranked name-brand university?
A regionally accredited distance masters in computer science can cost as little as $5,436 (Columbus State University of Georgia) or as much as $64,800 (Carnegie Mellon University - Pennsylvania), according to GetEducated.com’s just published survey of 67 regionally accredited universities that offer online graduate degrees.
Average cost of an online master's degree in the computer science career area: $23,620.
The top three most expensive online university options for a master's in a computer area: Stanford University, Carnegie Mellon University and New York University: all three private, name-brand brick-and-mortar colleges with price tags between $57,000 and $65,000.
Vicky Phillips, GetEducated’s founder, points to the least expensive online master's in the rankings this year, Columbus State University, as an example of the amazing deals available to online students if they take the time to compare online college degree options.
“At a cost of more than $18,000 less than the national average, Columbus State University in Georgia is a remarkable bargain buy for learners nationwide,” comments Phillips.
GetEducated.com’s national survey of online computer science graduate schools, released this week, is the only survey of its kind. The national online education survey included 67 regionally accredited graduate schools and identified several trends in online degree pricing that will affect consumers as they go online to earn master's or doctorate degrees in computers and information systems.
“Consumers should be warned that there is no relationship between cost and quality in online education,” states Phillips, Chief Education Analyst.
In fact, the computer science and information systems survey revealed that the prime factor affecting cost is whether the college operates as private or public or as a non-profit versus a for-profit institution.
“For-profit colleges cost up to three times more than their publicly funded counterparts,” reveals Phillips. “These schools cost more because they spend so much more money on marketing and because they rely on the tuition paid directly to them by consumers to turn a profit.”
Not surprisingly, the online education expert recommends that cost-conscious consumers explore publicly funded and state university systems, over 70 percent of which now offer graduate degrees online.
“GetEducated’s top 13 ranked Best Buys in online computer science and information systems degrees come from publicly funded universities,” reveals Phillips. “Many publicly funded universities are beginning to offer degree programs online for one flat fee. This means prospective students nationwide can now enjoy low public college tuition rates that were once available only to residents of selected states.”
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I’m looking for an online MBA. I’ve found several that fit my budget but none are accredited by the AACSB. What is the AACSB? Do I really need a distance MBA degree that is accredited by them?
—Roberta, Gary, IN
The AACSB is the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International. It is considered the gold standard of business school accreditation. But not every student needs an AACSB-accredited MBA...
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—Willis, Houston, Texas
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Northeastern University, a world leader in practice-based education, is pleased to offer its MBA degree program in a convenient online format. As a student in the online MBA program, you will gain a solid foundation in all areas of business enterprise and be prepared to drive business growth in a global marketplace. Northeastern University is AACSB International accredited — this is the highest standard of accreditation for any business school worldwide.
Boston University, one of the most respected schools in the US, has developed a Master of Criminal Justice (MCJ) program, delivered fully online. This program has established itself as the largest course of its kind in North America. By completing this program you will earn a highly respected master’s degree from one of the most prestigious universities in the US. Having this MCJ degree can lead to many career opportunities within the criminal justice field.
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I’m looking for an online MBA. I’ve found several that fit my budget but none are accredited by the AACSB. What is the AACSB? Do I really need a distance MBA degree that is accredited by them?
—Roberta, Gary, IN 
The AACSB is the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International. It is considered the gold standard of business school accreditation. But not every student needs an AACSB-accredited MBA... 
