Online Master of Science in Software Engineering (MSE) Program 

The MSE program is designed for professionals working in the field of computer science who wish to further their skills and pursue graduate level education in software engineering.

The MSE curriculum covers industry de-facto standard and international standard models in software process,  software process assessment and improvement,  software requirements, software architectural design, software testing, software project management, software measurement, and software engineering ethics, such as agile processes, Scrum, XP, CMMI/SCAMPI, ISO 12207/15504, ISO/IEEE standards, SESC framework, test process, agile testing, maintenance metrics, Attribute-Driven Design (ADD), estimation and scheduling, project planning, and many current practices in the field.

Applications for Fall 2025 admission are open on October 1, 2024!

Application (Cal State Apply) Deadline:

  • May 1, 2025

Required Documents Deadline:

  • May 15, 2025

See How to Apply for more details.

  • Fall 2024 enrollment is open now. For more information, please refer to the Registration GuideOpens in new window .

ONLINE PROGRAM

All courses 100% online

Asynchronous course delivery

If your B.S degree is NOT in Computer Science, please make sure to send your resume to the program coordinator, Dr. Cong at bcong@lixubing.com for a review of your qualification for this program and possible academic/career advice. 

If you want to discuss the program, curriculum, admission requirements, or career change in person or via the ZOOM meeting, please contact Dr. Cong.

RECOGNIZED PROGRAM

Ranked 30th in the Best online Engineering Programs by US News and World reportsOpens in new window .

Ranked 1st  in the Nation among non-PhD granting institutions by U.S. News and World report, 2023.

Ranked 1st in the Top 25 Online Master’s in Software EngineeringOpens in new window , Intelligent.com.

Ranked 5th in 25 Best Online Master's in  Software Engineering Degrees by Best Computer Science SchoolsOpens in new window .

Ranked 7th in the Best Online Master’s in Software Engineering DegreesOpens in new window , College Choice.

Ranked 2nd in the 25 Best Online Master’s Degrees in Software EngineeringOpens in new window , Best Value Schools.

AFFORDABLE PROGRAM

Ranked 1st in the most Affordable Online Master’s in Software Engineering Degrees by  Best Computer Science SchoolsOpens in new window .

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CAREER PATHWAYS

Software Engineers

Software Architects

Project Managers

Process Managers

 


 MSE Alumni Corey A. Rogers

"You get the opportunity to network with likeminded individuals in the industry and work with them to simultaneously expand and hone in on your own skillset."

 - Corey A. Rogers, MSE alumni (2014 - 2016)

 

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