Power the Future with a Software Engineering Degree Designed for What’s Next
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Learn to Build What AI Runs On
AI is reshaping the world—and software engineers are building the systems that power it. That’s where you come in. WGU’s online Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering gives you the skills, experience, and certifications to create the intelligent technologies that drive today’s world.
This program blends core software development training with real-world application—so you don’t just learn how to code, you learn how to architect, build, and deploy systems that scale. Choose your specialization in Java or C#, earn embedded certifications like AWS, CompTIA, and ITIL®, and graduate ready to shape the future of tech.
Why Choose WGU’s Software Engineering Degree?
- Certifications included—no extra time or cost. Earn respected industry certifications as part of your coursework—stack your résumé while earning your degree.
- Graduate faster with flexible, self-paced learning. Once you’ve mastered the material—and can show it—you can move on in your coursework. That means you can graduate faster, especially if you’re coming in with experience or can commit more time to your studies.
- Build career-ready skills. Gain hands-on experience in UX, mobile app development, full-stack architecture, and the full software lifecycle—all grounded in what today’s employers actually need.
- Affordable tuition, scholarships available. WGU’s flat-rate tuition means you pay per six-month term, not per credit. The faster you move, the more you save—plus, scholarships are available for eligible students.
- Personalized support, start to finish. You’ll get dedicated guidance from enrollment to graduation—including a dedicated Program Mentor who helps keep you on track and motivated.
Accredited, Respected,
Recognized™
One important measure of a degree’s 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. WGU is a pioneer in reinventing higher education for the 21st century, and our quality is institutionally recognized.
Make Your Move in Software Engineering
To address the needs of this thriving profession, the WGU School of Technology offers an accredited degree in software engineering.
Technology
Software Engineering – B.S.
Build the software behind the next generation of AI....
Build the software behind the next generation of AI.
- Time: 60% of graduates finish similar programs within 35 months.
- Tuition: $4,125 per 6-month term.
- Courses: 36 or 38 total courses in this program depending on your track.
Certifications included in this program at no additional cost are:
- CompTIA Project +
- AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
- ITIL®1 Foundation Certification
You can also accelerate your program and complete both a B.S. in Software Engineering and an M.S. in Software Engineering together, requiring less courses overall and saving you time and money. Learn more about this option.
Skills for your résumé that you will learn in this program:
- Scripting and programming
- Web development
- Mobile application development
- User experience design
- Software quality assurance
COST & TIME
Online and Affordable
By charging per six-month term rather than per credit—and empowering students to accelerate through material they know well or learn quickly—WGU helps students control the ultimate cost of their degrees. The faster you complete your program, the less you pay for your degree.
Prepared for Success on the Job
*From a 2024 Harris Poll of 300 employers of WGU graduates.
100% of employers said that WGU graduates were prepared for their jobs.*
94% of employers said WGU graduates meet or exceed expectations*
95% of employers rated the "soft skills" of WGU grads as equal to or better than graduates from other institutions*
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