Master of Science in Software Engineering

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Master of Science in Software Engineering

West Virginia University

Applications are now open for Summer 2025

March 17, 2025 is the priority deadline to apply.

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Accredited Master’s Degree

Earn the same diploma as students on campus in 30 courses, 12–18 hours per week

100% online learning

Lecture videos, hands-on projects, and connection with instructors and peers

24 months to complete

Finish this 10-course, 30-credit program in as little as 24 months, 15-18 hours per week.

$22,380 Tuition Cost

Tuition is subject to change. Learn about your payment options.

Career Outcomes:

When you complete the MSSE curriculum you will have the knowledge, skills, and mindset required to ensure success in professional software engineering positions in business, industry, research, or governmental service. 

You will graduate with the ability to identify and analyze user and client needs and to implement or create software-based solutions. Most MSSE students begin the program while in senior technical roles, but after graduation, the majority advance to leadership positions, according to 2021 alumni survey data. Sixty-two percent of graduates increased their salary or got a promotion.

After graduation as an MSSE student, you will be able to:

Apply software engineering practices to solve complex problems by analyzing and assessing needs and implementing improvements.
Achieve success and proficiency in the software engineering profession by making significant contributions to technology advancements.
Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed decisions in software engineering practices.
Advance as a team member or lead engaged in the software engineering discipline.

Career Services

The West Virginia team of career development specialists are ready to assist with resume reviews, practice interviews, or job search coaching. Online students can use these resources any time. The Career Services team is also available to assist with building a resume, writing cover and thank you letters, designing an elevator pitch and succeeding at career fairs. These resources will be available to you as an alumni.

Alumni Network Benefits

MSSE graduates have lifelong access to the WVU Alumni Association, an association focused on creating connection and community for people who love West Virginia University. The association has frequent webinars that focus on alumni stories, learning tools and conversations, and more. The association aims to connect West Virginia University alumni (Mountaineers) around the world through hiring groups, Class Chatter updates, alumni oral history projects, and much more. Read more about this excellent community at https://www.alumni.wvu.edu/. You will also be able to join the Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources LinkedIn network of industry partners and College alumni. Find our LinkedIn page here.

Admissions Information

Applications for the Summer 2025 intake are open.

  • Summer 2025 Priority Deadline: March 17, 2025
  • Summer 2025 Application Deadline: April 14, 2025
  • Summer 2025 Start of Classes: May 19, 2025

Applications for the Fall 2025 intake are open.

  • Fall 2025 Priority Deadline: June 18, 2025
  • Fall 2025 Application Deadline: July 16, 2025
  • Fall 2025 Start of Classes: August 20, 2025

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Learners from all educational and professional backgrounds are now eligible for provisional acceptance.

Advance your accounting career

  • The iMSA was developed by top accounting faculty to build expertise in leading analytics methods, financial reporting, audit and control, and US federal taxation.
  • Accounting is one of the fastest growing careers and the universal language of business. An accounting degree can open doors in almost any field.
  • The iMSA delivers an exceptional degree at a fraction of the price of other top MSA programs. Earn your degree in as little as 18 months in a flexible online format.

Accounting by the numbers

76% received a job offer or promotion

Gies focuses on tracking promotions or new job acceptances among iMSA graduates, with 76% reporting better jobs post-degree, highlighting an immediate ROI from the Gies iMSA program.

96% applied the skills directly into their careers

iMSA students engage in projects that address real job challenges and seek advice from peers and faculty, with 96% of graduates effectively applying their iMSA learning in their careers, highlighting the program's high value.

Average 22% salary increase

Gies iMSA graduates see an average salary increase of 22%, significantly highlighting the strong ROI of the iMSA degree in an era of typical 2% raises.

Future of accounting

The accounting industry is projected to grow at 4% year over year. The growth in technology and automation will affect the role of accountants, but overall demand is not expected to decrease according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. In fact, it will increase efficiency and make accountants' analytical abilities more prominent.

Applications are now open for Summer 2025

March 17, 2025 is the priority deadline to apply.