Overview

MSSE Program Goals

The program prepares students for either a career in software engineering or for advanced study in the field.

The Software Engineering program at Villanova University is designed to address the increased interest in advanced computing education specifically directed to the ability to specify, design, develop and maintain software systems. This degree program:

Prepares students for a career in software engineering or for advanced study in the field.
Is frequently viewed by industry as a minimum requirement for leadership in the field of software engineering.
Provides practical and theoretical knowledge and experience.
Includes courses on software design and evolution, database systems, user/system interface design and others.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Foundations of Algorithms and Data Structures

Computer Systems

Database Systems

Software Engineering

Requirements Engineering

Software Design and Evolution

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00
Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Philadelphia, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Unofficial transcript(s) for each school attended. Official transcripts must be received before registration.
Official high school transcript or GED certificate is required for students who have not earned at least 15 college credits.
Essay discussing your educational interests and professional goals.
Current resume.
$50 application fee.
For some candidates whose prior academic coursework may not reflect their current ability, they may be asked to participate in an admissions interview.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

47850 USD / year

≈ 47850 USD / year
Out-of-State

47850 USD / year

≈ 47850 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

47850 USD / year

≈ 47850 USD / year

Living costs

Philadelphia

United States

800 - 1300 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Funding

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