2027 Best Value Mathematics & Computer Science Schools in the Southeast Region
[Mathematics & Computer Science](/majors/multi-interdisciplinary-studies/math-computer-science/mathematics-and-computer-science/) is a field worth comparing on the balance of cost and outcomes. The best values balance affordable tuition against strong post-graduation earnings.
For its 2027 best-value ranking, College Factual looked at 5 schools to find the best return on investment for mathematics & computer science students.
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2027 Best Value Mathematics & Computer Science Schools in the Southeast Region
Below are the schools that deliver the strongest value in mathematics & computer science, balancing cost against outcomes.
Best Value Mathematics & Computer Science Schools
Richard Bland College Of The College Of William And Mary tops our 2027 list of the best value mathematics & computer science schools in the Southeast Region. Set in the rural area of South Prince George, Richard Bland College Of The College Of William And Mary is a mid-sized public institution. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $9,090, while out-of-state students pay about $14,970. Students borrow a median of $12,294 to complete the mathematics & computer science program here. Soon after graduation, mathematics & computer science degree recipients from Richard Bland College Of The College Of William And Mary generally make around $20,219. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Richard Bland College Of The College Of William And Mary admits about 89% of applicants.
George Mason University came in at #2 on our 2027 list of the best value mathematics & computer science schools. George Mason University is a very large public school located in the suburb of Fairfax. Students from in state pay about $14,220 in tuition and fees, with out-of-state students paying around $38,688. Students borrow a median of $27,000 to complete the mathematics & computer science program here. Mathematics & Computer Science graduates of George Mason University earn a median of $53,179 early in their careers. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. George Mason University admits about 88% of applicants.
Virginia Wesleyan College is a great value for students pursuing a degree in mathematics & computer science, landing the #3 spot this year. Set in the city of Virginia Beach, Virginia Wesleyan College is a mid-sized private not-for-profit institution. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $37,500. Mathematics & Computer Science graduates carry a median of $27,925 in student loans. Soon after graduation, mathematics & computer science degree recipients from Virginia Wesleyan College generally make around $45,517. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Virginia Wesleyan College admits about 73% of applicants.
A rank of #4 makes Emory University one of the best values for mathematics & computer science. Emory University is a large private not-for-profit school located in the city of Atlanta. In-state tuition and fees average $64,280. Mathematics & Computer Science graduates carry a median of $19,431 in student loans. Mathematics & Computer Science graduates of Emory University earn a median of $67,840 early in their careers. That is a strong return on a $19,431 median debt. The acceptance rate is 11%.
Students looking for strong value in mathematics & computer science will find it at Duke University, which ranked #5. Duke University is a large private not-for-profit school located in the city of Durham. In-state tuition and fees average $68,758. Mathematics & Computer Science graduates carry a median of $13,296 in student loans. Soon after graduation, mathematics & computer science degree recipients from Duke University generally make around $83,388. Set against $13,296 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. The acceptance rate is 6%.
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Notes and References
The ranking above is published by College Factual (MF_RANKING_2025), 2027 edition. The methodology weighs the cost of a degree against the earnings graduates go on to achieve, drawn primarily from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS and College Scorecard).
Ranking method: College Major Best Value · 5 schools evaluated.
*Averages shown above reflect the top 5 ranked schools only.
- The Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), a branch of the U.S. Department of Education (DOE), serves as the core of our data about colleges.
- Some other college data, including much of the graduate earnings data, comes from the U.S. Department of Education’s (College Scorecard).
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