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Program Overview
Software engineering is not about writing isolated code—it is about architecting resilient, production-grade systems. The Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering equips students to design, construct, and deploy scalable applications that power modern organizations. Combining foundational algorithmic problem-solving with full-lifecycle software engineering, the curriculum bridges core computational logic, distributed system architectures, and intelligent software systems. Graduates emerge prepared to write maintainable codebases, collaborate across agile engineering teams, and drive the digital infrastructure shaping the next economy.
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
Writing syntax is only the starting point; mastering system architecture builds a career. Located in Washington, D.C., Bay Atlantic University connects aspiring engineers directly to the capital’s federal technology initiatives, defense tech contractors, and enterprise software corridors. Here, the tech ecosystem isn’t context—it’s coursework.
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BUILDING MODERN SYSTEMS
Scalable applications require disciplined architecture from the foundational layer up. The curriculum moves students beyond basic programming syntax into the complete software development lifecycle: data structures, algorithmic complexity, object-oriented design, and asynchronous computing. Students build command over modern component-based frameworks, resilient API architectures, containerized environments, and cloud data pipelines. Led by scholar-practitioners who build enterprise-grade applications, instruction focuses on engineering for scale, fault tolerance, and production reliability.
02
ENGINEERING IN ACTION
Classrooms should operate like live engineering sprints, not passive lectures. Through the School of Information Science and Engineering (SISE) and hands-on environments like the CyberEdge Innovation Hub, students translate algorithmic theory into shipping software. Coursework emphasizes active production: profiling runtime execution bottlenecks, refactoring open-source codebases, automating CI/CD pipelines, and competing in industry hackathons like DevFest DC. Students graduate with production toolsets vetted by practicing senior engineers, not obsolete textbook assignments.
03
LAUNCHING YOUR DIGITAL CAREER
Technical education should launch a career, not delay it. Through intensive senior capstone projects, students architect and deploy end-to-end software solutions to genuine operational problems—from low-latency web services to machine learning pipelines. Supported by a global student body representing more than 40 countries and positioned minutes from the nation’s primary government and tech contracting networks, BAU graduates enter the tech sector equipped with a proven track record of shipping software that performs.
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.
$100,390
2025 Median Pay*, Computer Programmers
$134,040
2025 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
Spring 2027
Start Date
January 19, 2027
Deadline to Apply
December 1, 2026
Coming Soon
Summer 2027
Start Date
June 1, 2027
Deadline to Apply
April 1, 2027
Future
Fall 2027
Start Date
August 18, 2027
Deadline to Apply
July 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
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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”
