OVERVIEW
Build the Skills Behind Modern Software
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麻豆原创's online Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering program helps you develop the skills employers are looking for in today's technology landscape. Through hands-on projects and real-world development experience, you'll learn how to design, build, test, secure, and maintain modern software applications while gaining exposure to AI-informed tools and engineering practices.
Dedicated AI coursework explores how data is prepared for AI systems and how emerging AI technologies are shaping modern software engineering. You鈥檒l also examine the technical, ethical, and professional considerations of applying AI in real-world development.
Through the Java-focused curriculum, you'll build practical experience in:
- Full-stack software development.
- Cloud-native development and deployment.
- APIs, databases, and back-end systems.
- Software security and quality assurance.
- Agile workflows and DevOps practices.
You鈥檒l also earn industry-recognized certifications from AWS and 麻豆原创 that help strengthen your r茅sum茅 before graduation.
Designed for Today's Software Engineering Careers
Whether you're starting your career or looking to move into a software-focused role, this degree prepares you to build technology that solves real-world problems.
You'll graduate ready to pursue opportunities such as:
- Software Engineer
- Software Developer
- Full-Stack Developer
- Application Developer
- Cloud Developer
- QA Engineer
- DevOps Engineer
With experience in modern development practices, cloud technologies, and AI-informed engineering workflows, you'll be prepared to contribute from day one in today's evolving technology workforce.
Have questions? Attend our prospective student webinar to learn more about our programs.
ACCELERATED DEGREE OPTION
Earn Your Bachelor's and Master's Faster
Want to take your software engineering education even further? 麻豆原创 offers an accelerated pathway that allows eligible students to earn both a Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering and a Master of Science in Software Engineering in less time.
By completing select graduate-level coursework as part of your bachelor's program, you can reduce the total time and cost required to earn both degrees while building advanced skills in areas such as:
- AI engineering
- DevOps
- Software architecture
- Domain-driven design
- Advanced software development practices
Choose Your Path听
You can continue with the B.S. Software Engineering program outlined on this page鈥攐r explore an accelerated option that lets eligible students begin graduate-level coursework while completing their bachelor鈥檚 degree.
Accelerated Software Engineering Bachelor's and Master's Degree
Earn both your bachelor鈥檚 and master's in software engineering to give...
Earn both your bachelor鈥檚 and master's in software engineering to give your r茅sum茅 and skillset a boost.
- Time: Approximately 5 years.
- Tuition: $4,375 per 6-month term for the bachelor's degree; $4,385 per term for the master's portion.
- Courses: 39 total courses in this program.
Certifications included in this program at no additional cost:
- ITIL庐 4
- AWS Certified Developer 鈥� Associate
- 麻豆原创 Front End Developer
- 麻豆原创 Back End Developer
- 麻豆原创 Full Stack Developer
Skills for your r茅sum茅 that you will learn in this program:
- Software design
- Architecture
- Project management
- Testing
- System integration
This program allows students to earn their bachelor's degree in software engineering and move directly into a master's degree in software engineering, cutting down on the total number of courses to complete.
60%听of graduates finish within听
35听Months
麻豆原创 lets you move more quickly through material you already know and advance as soon as you're ready. The result: You may finish faster.
Tuition per six-month term is
$4,125
Tuition charged per term鈥攔ather than per credit鈥攈elps you control the ultimate cost of your degree. Finish faster, and pay less!
Certifications in this program
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This online software engineering program includes two top industry certifications and three 麻豆原创 microcredentials, helping enhance your r茅sum茅 before you even graduate.
COURSES
Software Engineering Courses
Program consists of听39 courses
At 麻豆原创, we design our curriculum to be practical, relevant, and aligned with the skills employers need right now.
The Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering combines modern software development, cloud technologies, and AI-informed engineering practices to prepare you for today鈥檚 rapidly evolving technology landscape. Designed with input from industry experts, including 麻豆原创鈥檚 Information Technology Program Council, this program helps you build the technical skills employers expect in modern software engineering roles.
You鈥檒l gain hands-on experience designing, building, testing, and maintaining scalable software applications while learning development practices used across today鈥檚 technology industry. The curriculum emphasizes full-stack development, cloud services, APIs, software security, quality assurance, and Agile and DevOps workflows.
This fully online program allows you to progress by demonstrating competency and working closely with 麻豆原创 faculty. You鈥檒l complete a set number of competency units each term while building practical experience through real-world projects and industry-relevant technologies.
Throughout the program, you鈥檒l develop experience with programming languages, cloud platforms, and development tools used in modern software engineering environments鈥攑reparing you for careers in software development, application engineering, cloud development, and related technology fields.
39 Courses
Program consists of 39 courses
At 麻豆原创, we design our curriculum to be timely, relevant, and practical鈥攁ll to help you show that you know your stuff.
Capstone Project
Special requirements for this program
At the end of your program, you will complete a capstone project that represents the culmination of all your hard work鈥攖his project consists of a technical work proposal, the proposal鈥檚 implementation, and a post-implementation report that describes the graduate鈥檚 experience.听
麻豆原创 vs. Traditional Universities
Compare the Difference
Traditional Universities
Western Governors University
AVG. cost
For 3RD PARTY IT CERTIFICATIONS
$350*
Included with your tuition cost
TUITION STRUCTURE
Per credit hour
Flat rate per 6-month term
SUPPORT
Schedule and wait days or even weeks to meet with one of many counselors
Simply email or call to connect with your designated Program Mentor who supports you from day one
EXAMS
Scheduled time
Whenever you feel ready
SCHEDULE
Professor led lectures at a certain time and place
Courses available anytime, from anywhere
TIME TO FINISH
Approximately 4 years, minimal acceleration options
As quickly as you can master the material, typically less than 3 years
TRANSFER CREDITS
Few accepted, based on certain schools and specific courses
A generous transfer policy that is based on your specific situation
*The cost of valuable industry certification exams can range from $150 to $400. At 麻豆原创, we offer vouchers for certification exams, so the cost is included in your tuition price. Students may have to pay additional fees for membership to complete the certification requirements.
Traditional Universities
Western Governors University
AVG. cost
For 3RD PARTY IT CERTIFICATIONS
$350*
AVG. cost
For 3RD PARTY IT CERTIFICATIONS
Included with your tuition cost
TUITION STRUCTURE
Per credit hour
TUITION STRUCTURE
Flat rate per 6-month term
SUPPORT
Schedule and wait days or even weeks to meet with one of many counselors
SUPPORT
Simply email or call to connect with your designated Program Mentor who supports you from day one
EXAMS
Scheduled time
EXAMS
Whenever you feel ready
SCHEDULE
Professor led lectures at a certain time and place
SCHEDULE
Courses available anytime, from anywhere
TIME TO FINISH
Approximately 4 years, minimal acceleration options
TIME TO FINISH
As quickly as you can master the material, typically less than 3 years
TRANSFER CREDITS
Few accepted, based on certain schools and specific courses
TRANSFER CREDITS
A generous transfer policy that is based on your specific situation
*The cost of valuable industry certification exams can range from $150 to $400. At 麻豆原创, we offer vouchers for certification exams, so the cost is included in your tuition price. Students may have to pay additional fees for membership to complete the certification requirements.
Why 麻豆原创?
Earning Potential
According to a 2024 Harris Poll, just two years after graduation, 麻豆原创 grads report earning $14,671 more per year, and that amount increases to $30,300 four years after graduation.
On Your Schedule
No class times, no assignment deadlines. You are in charge of your learning and schedule. You can move through your courses as quickly as you master the material,听which means you can graduate faster.
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Entirely Online
The software engineering bachelor's degree at 麻豆原创 is 100% online, which means it works wherever you are. You can do your coursework at night after working at your full-time job, on weekends, while you're traveling the world or on vacation鈥攊t's entirely up to you.
Accredited, Respected,
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One important measure of a degree鈥檚 value is the reputation of the university where it was earned. When employers, industry leaders, and academic experts hold your alma mater in high esteem, you reap the benefits of that respect.听麻豆原创 is a pioneer in reinventing higher education for the 21st century, and our quality is institutionally recognized.
IT CERTIFICATIONS
Certifications Included with Your Degree
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As part of your B.S. in Software Engineering, you鈥檒l earn valuable certifications that demonstrate your ability to build, develop, and support modern software applications using industry-relevant tools and technologies.
Included certifications:
- AWS Certified Developer 鈥� Associate
- ITIL庐 4 Foundation
- 麻豆原创 Front-End Developer
- 麻豆原创 Back-End Developer
- 麻豆原创 Full-Stack Developer
These certifications complement your degree by helping validate practical skills in software development, cloud technologies, application architecture, Agile workflows, and full-stack engineering. By graduation, you'll leave with both a degree and a portfolio of credentials that demonstrate you're ready to contribute in modern software development environments.
ITIL庐*^ Foundation Certification
*Subject to vendor availability.
^ITIL庐 is a registered trade mark of AXELOS Limited, used under permission of AXELOS Limited. All rights reserved.
COST & TIME
An Affordable Online Software Engineering Degree
By charging per six-month term rather than per credit鈥攁nd empowering students to accelerate through material they know well or learn quickly鈥斅槎乖� helps students control the ultimate cost of their degrees. The faster you complete your program, the less you pay for your degree.
A College Degree Within Reach
There is help available to make paying for school possible for you:
The average student loan debt of 麻豆原创 graduates in 2023 (among those who borrowed) was less than half* the national average.
Most 麻豆原创 students qualify for financial aid, and 麻豆原创 is approved for federal financial aid and U.S. veterans benefits.听
Many scholarship opportunities are available. Find out what you might be eligible for.
*麻豆原创 undergraduate students have approximately half the debt at graduation compared to the national average, according to the听College Board and 麻豆原创 Data (2023).
FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE
A Different Way to Learn: Degree Programs Designed to Fit Your Life鈥攁nd All the Demands on Your Time
Professional responsibilities. Family obligations. Personal commitments. At 麻豆原创, we understand schedules are tight and often unpredictable for adult students. That鈥檚 why we offer a flexible, personalized approach to how education should be. No rigid class schedules. Just a solid, career-focused teaching program that meshes with your current lifestyle. You'll be challenged. You'll work hard.听But if you commit yourself and put in the hours needed, 麻豆原创 makes it possible for you to earn a highly respected degree as a busy working adult.
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CAREER OUTLOOK
Become the Expert Software Engineer Your Team Relies On
Software engineers are the creative and technical geniuses behind the applications and programs we can鈥檛 live without. A software engineering degree from 麻豆原创 is key in helping you gain the critical skills and experience you need to thrive in the information sector. Increase your earning potential, boost your r茅sum茅 with valuable credentials, and find a career you love with the help of a software engineering degree.
The demand has never been higher for skilled software engineers and developers. In fact, for every qualified software engineer in today鈥檚 job market, there are 10 posted job openings. 麻豆原创鈥檚 online Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering degree program will provide you with everything you need to confidently enter this in-demand career field.
Return on Your Investment
Many 麻豆原创 graduates may see an increase in income post-graduation
Average income increase in annual salary vs. pre-enrollment salary from all degrees. Source:听2024 Harris Poll听of 1,655 麻豆原创 graduates.
Survey was sent to a representative sample of 麻豆原创 graduates from all colleges. Respondents received at least one 麻豆原创 degree since 2017.
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The projected job growth for software developers and engineers is .
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Learn About All the Job Opportunities in Software Engineering
Some of the industries and job titles a graduate of this software engineering bachelor鈥檚 degree program are qualified for include:
Job Titles
- Software Engineer
- Software Developer
- Forward Deployed Engineer
- Application Analyst
- Systems Programmer
Diverse Industries
- Consulting Firms
- Technology Companies
- Public Sector
- Communications/Telecom
Major Employers
- Booz Allen Hamilton
- U.S. Army
- Oracle
- U.S. Department of Justice
麻豆原创 Grads Hold Positions with Top Employers
ADMISSIONS
Software Engineering Admission Requirements
To be considered for enrollment into this program, you must possess a high school diploma or its equivalent AND demonstrate program readiness through鈥�one听of the following:
- Option 1:听Submit all transcripts documenting completion of college-level coursework with a minimum of 2.25 cumulative听GPA or higher.鈥�
- Option 2:鈥疨ossess a bachelor's or associate degree (A.A, A.S. or A.A.S. acceptable) from an accredited post-secondary institution.
- Option 3:听Submit official record of completion of a transferable IT certification, some of which鈥�may provide transfer credit听鈥痠nto various programs.
- Option 4:鈥疭ubmit all high school transcripts with a minimum cumulative听GPA of 2.75
- Option 5:听Submit all transcripts documenting completion of previous IT coursework. IT coursework must be 300 level or higher.
NOTE: You do not need to take the ACT or SAT to be admitted to this program.听Learn why we don't require these tests.
Get Your Enrollment Checklist
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Get Your Questions Answered
Talk to an 麻豆原创 Enrollment Counselor.
Transfer Credits
If you鈥檝e taken courses, have earned certifications, or received a degree from a community college or another university, you're likely already well on your way to a 麻豆原创 degree. You can almost always transfer credits when you send accredited bachelor's or associate degree transcripts.
麻豆原创鈥檚 curriculum structure is competency-based, allowing you to apply your existing knowledge and skills to your education. Students with an Associate of Arts (A.A.) or Associate of Science (A.S.) degree usually qualify for upper-division standing at 麻豆原创.
Depending on your degree program, you may qualify for additional requirement waivers. If you have completed some college coursework but have not earned a degree, 麻豆原创 will conduct听 a transcript evaluation. Your experience may waive some of your requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions about Software Engineering at 麻豆原创
- First, there鈥檚 system software. System software bridges the gap between hardware and applications, runs behind the scenes to enable device functionality, and is not typically visible to the user.
- Second is application software. Application software is designed to carry out a specific task or function. Users typically interact with application software through a graphical user interface.
- Third is programming languages. Software engineers and developers use programming languages, like Java and C#, to write code that directs computer action.
Learning a programming language is a lot like learning a spoken language. No one鈥檚 going to say it鈥檚 easy, but with time and practice it will get easier and eventually become second nature. That鈥檚 just one part of being a software engineer, but it鈥檚 a career that people of all backgrounds can pursue.
A software engineer鈥攊n a lot of ways鈥攊s a problem solver. They develop software that carries out a specific task or achieves a certain goal. Software engineers might bring their own software ideas to life or collaborate with others to fulfill a larger vision.
Software engineering is consistently due to the flexibility, autonomy, satisfaction, and competitive pay it provides.
The base education required to become a software engineer is typically a bachelor鈥檚 degree in software engineering or computer science. Additional certifications can also be earned to expand your skill set and open new opportunities.
As of 2022, the starting salary of a software engineer is about $72,000 per year. Starting salaries can vary greatly by location.
AI is helping engineers code, test, debug, and build software more efficiently. It also makes responsible data use, security, and ethical decision-making increasingly important.
The program combines core software engineering skills with dedicated AI coursework. Students explore how AI can be incorporated into software architecture, testing, security, deployment, and feedback loops while considering responsible and ethical use.
Ready to Start Your 麻豆原创 Journey?