Undergraduate Programs
Computer Science
Bachelor of Science
The Online Software Engineering major is specifically designed for the student preparing for a career as a software professional, providing excellent preparation for a fulfilling lifetime career as a computer professional.
The curricula takes a systems view of computing, emphasizing the interdependence of design, object orientation, and distributed systems and networks, from basic software through systems design to software engineering.
The typical part-time student will be able to complete this degree program in 4 years (10 semesters, including 2 summer semesters).
Admission requirements
To complete the Bachelor of Science degree in Software Engineering, students must meet the requirements of:
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2009-2010 Program Costs
Tuition and Fees for those last admitted BEFORE 7/1/07 (includes auxiliary DL fee):
- Live in Leon, Gadsden or Wakulla County (Location code 00) as a:
- Florida Resident: $182.13 per credit hour*
- Non-Florida resident: $663.61 per credit hour*
*Add additional $20.00 per semester for mandatory Student Facilities Use Fee
- Live in Bay County (Location code 88) as a:
- Florida Resident: $155.96 per credit hour
- Non-Florida Resident: $637.44 per credit hour
- Live outside of Leon, Gadsden, or Wakulla Counties (Location code 85) as a:
- Florida Resident: $155.96 per credit hour
- Non-Florida Resident: $637.44 per credit hour
Tuition and Fees for those last admitted AFTER 7/1/07 (includes auxiliary DL fee):
- Live in Leon, Gadsden or Wakulla County (Location code 00) as a:
- Florida Resident: $195.87 per credit hour*
- Non-Florida resident: $677.35 per credit hour*
*Add additional $20.00 per semester for mandatory Student Facilities Use Fee
- Live in Bay County (Location code 88) as a:
- Florida Resident: $169.70 per credit hour
- Non-Florida Resident: $651.18 per credit hour
- Live outside of Leon, Gadsden, or Wakulla Counties (Location code 85) as a:
- Florida Resident: $169.70 per credit hour
- Non-Florida Resident: $651.18 per credit hour
Academic Coordinator
Stephen Leach
Phone: (850) 770-2243
U.S. Mail:
4750 Collegiate Drive
A211L Holley Building
Florida State University
Panama City, FL 32405-1099
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