Your undergraduate studies immerse you in the complete software lifecycle, guiding you from foundational logic to highly scalable architectures. You will explore high-demand domains, including full-stack engineering, artificial intelligence systems, and asynchronous processing. Learning from experienced software engineers who build enterprise-grade applications, you will move well beyond basic syntax. By mastering modern component-based frameworks, API integrations, and robust data pipelines, you build the core skills of innovative software development.
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering delivers the technical expertise needed to build reliable, dynamic applications. Combining foundational coding with hands-on practice, the curriculum immerses students in the software development lifecycle, modern system architecture, and essential programming paradigms. Graduates emerge prepared to develop innovative solutions, collaborate effectively within agile development teams, and launch successful careers in the digital landscape.
Duration
4 Years
Flexible Schedule
Format ⓘ
In-person
On-Campus
Credits
120
Total credit hours
Transfer Credit
Up to 90
From accredited institutions
Average Class Size
18
Students per class
Your Journey Starts Here
Building a career in software engineering requires more than writing code; it demands the fundamental skills to design and implement the applications that drive modern enterprises. Positioned in the vibrant tech corridor of Washington, D.C., our bachelor’s program connects aspiring developers with industry practitioners and cutting-edge development environments. This rigorous academic track is purpose-built to build your algorithmic problem-solving skills, launch your professional network, and prepare you to contribute to end-to-end digital product creation.
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BUILDING MODERN SYSTEMS
02
ENGINEERING IN ACTION
Our location in the capital region surrounds you with federal tech initiatives and rapidly growing software hubs. You will test classroom theory immediately at dynamic campus events like BAU Innovate, collaborating in continuous build-athons, and attending regional developer summits. Instead of static textbook examples, you will analyze real-world codebases, optimize application rendering performance, and resolve architectural bottlenecks. Regular technical workshops hosted by senior engineers ensure you graduate with practical, modern toolsets demanded by top tech employers.
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LAUNCHING YOUR DIGITAL CAREER
Stepping into the professional arena requires the confidence to contribute to software releases and collaborate within cross-functional development teams. Through intensive capstone projects, you will tackle genuine technical challenges, from minimizing processing latency in interactive user interfaces to deploying sophisticated predictive models. You will transition into the tech industry backed by a network of skilled peers, fully prepared to develop the digital solutions of tomorrow’s most innovative organizations.
Your Dream Career Awaits
At BAU, internship programs play a crucial role in linking theory and practice. These experiences allow students to work with peers to develop critical problem-solving skills, enhance technical communication, and solve complex software architecture and application development challenges. With the introduction of the Cyber Edge Innovation Hub, students will have the opportunity to acquire powerful computing resources, work with technology experts through mentorship, and leverage experiential learning to launch their own tech ventures.
$98,670
2024 Median Pay*, Computer Programmers
$131,450
2024 Median Pay*, Software Development Engineer
Other Career Opportunities: Full-Stack Web Developer • Applications Architect • Software Data Engineer • Machine Learning Engineer • Artificial Intelligence Specialist • Systems Software Developer
*Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Program Curriculum
Comprehensive curriculum designed for real-world engineering challenges
120+
Credit Hours
40+
Courses
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Tuition Assistance
Up to $30,000
DMV Tuition Assistance
Up to 60%
Payment Plans
0% interest
Application Deadlines
Rolling admissions with multiple intake periods throughout the year. Domestic and transfer applications may continue to be reviewed after these deadlines on a rolling basis, subject to program availability. New students must complete registration by the census date for the applicable term; otherwise, they will not be eligible to register.
Open
Fall 2026
Start Date
August 24, 2026
Deadline to Apply
July 1, 2026
Coming Soon
Spring 2027
Start Date
January 19, 2027
Deadline to Apply
December 1, 2026
Future
Summer 2027
Start Date
June 1, 2027
Deadline to Apply
April 1, 2027
Meet Your Program Chair
In this highly connected world, technology leaders must think innovatively and act responsibly. Our faculty incorporates critical topics such as intelligent systems design, secure network architectures, and global data strategies, preparing students to make technical decisions aiming not only toward optimal system performance but also to make a positive, lasting impact on the digital environment and society.
Pipop Nuangpookka, Ph.D.
Chair of the Information Sciences and Engineering
EDUCATION
Doctor of Science in Cybersecurity
RESEARCH FOCUS
Non-Destructive Method of Detecting Hardware Attack, PII Security Controls, Web Server Protection, and Bilingual Translator Programming
HIGHLIGHTS
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- Co-authored scholarly papers published in the Journal of Computing Sciences in Colleges/ACM digital library
- Key publications include “Hardware-Tampering Security Risks in the Supply Chain” and “Fileless Malware and Programmatic Method of Detection”
Pipop Nuangpookka, Ph.D.
Chair of the Information Sciences and Engineering
EDUCATION
Doctor of Science in Cybersecurity
RESEARCH FOCUS
Non-Destructive Method of Detecting Hardware Attack, PII Security Controls, Web Server Protection, and Bilingual Translator Programming
HIGHLIGHTS
-
- Co-authored scholarly papers published in the Journal of Computing Sciences in Colleges/ACM digital library
- Key publications include “Hardware-Tampering Security Risks in the Supply Chain” and “Fileless Malware and Programmatic Method of Detection”
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