Software Engineering, MS

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Take Your Software Skills to the Next Level

Person working in an office setup with multiple computer monitors displaying code and electronic equipment on the desk.As the field of Software Engineering continues growing in complexity, the demand for engineers with advanced knowledge and skills continues skyrocketing. A Master of Science in software engineering degree from the University of Michigan-Dearborn will give you what it takes to meet today’s software challenges.

Our comprehensive program focuses on best practices in designing, developing, and maintaining software. You can complete it fully online, in person, or a combination of both. We schedule all courses during late afternoons and evenings, making them convenient for part-time students who work.

Where an M.S. in Software Engineering Will Take You

With an M.S. in Software Engineering, you can pretty much write your own ticket. You’ll be in demand in a huge range of businesses, industries, health care institutions, government agencies–the list goes on and on. And with the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projecting robust growth in software engineering jobs over the next decade, your opportunities will only grow.

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This program operates on a rolling admission basis. It is advised to submit all documents by the advisory deadline to ensure consideration for your preferred term and to facilitate pre-term planning. Advisory deadlines differ for domestic and international students.

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Career and Salary Outlook

The information in this table is meant to give you an idea of career opportunities with this degree. All information is pulled from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and is meant to be averages across the United States in 2024. Please note that these figures reflect overall averages and may not represent entry-level salaries.

$131,450 Median Salary

Software Developers, Quality Assurance Analysts, and Testers

Overall employment of software developers, quality assurance analysts, and testers is projected to grow 15 percent from 2024 to 2034, much faster than the average for all occupations.

About 129,200 openings for software developers, quality assurance analysts, and testers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$123,100 Median Salary

Database Administrators and Architects

Overall employment of database administrators and architects is projected to grow 4 percent from 2024 to 2034, about as fast as the average for all occupations.

About 7,800 openings for database administrators and architects are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$103,790 Median Salary

Computer Systems Analysts

Employment of computer systems analysts is projected to grow 9 percent from 2024 to 2034, much faster than the average for all occupations.

About 34,200 openings for computer systems analysts are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$130,390 Median Salary

Computer Network Architects

Employment of computer network architects is projected to grow 12 percent from 2024 to 2034, much faster than the average for all occupations.

About 11,200 openings for computer network architects are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$95,380 Median Salary

Web Developers and Digital Designers

Overall employment of web developers and digital designers is projected to grow 7 percent from 2024 to 2034, much faster than the average for all occupations.

About 14,500 openings for web developers and digital designers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

Programs Offered Beyond MS

Computer and Information Science, PhD

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