Advanced Software Development (Certificate)

USA

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What will I learn?

The Certificate in Advanced Software Development program is designed for students seeking to enhance their skills as a software developer. The certificate requires completion of four graduate courses in topics such as software development, application development, software testing and maintenance, project management, and others. Students may apply credits earned in the certificate program toward a graduate degree.

Program Overview

The Certificate in Advanced Software Development program is designed for students seeking to enhance their skills as a software developer. Students may apply credits earned in the certificate program toward a graduate degree.

Career Opportunities

An advanced education opens up a variety of career opportunities.

Which department am I in?

College of Computing

Study options

Full Time (12 Hours)

Tuition fees
$20,544.00 (17,33,378) per year
USD $1,712 per credit hour

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

Expected June, November 2025

Start date

Expected January 2026

Venue

College of Computing

10 West 35th Street,

CHICAGO,

Illinois,

60616, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, but the degree does not need to be in an information technology or a computer-related field. Prerequisites may be required for some courses in the certificate program, but the prerequisites will not be applied toward the certificate.

Minimum Test Score Total for Admission without an Illinois Tech English Language Assessment Requirement

Internet TOEFL - 90+

Paper TOEFL - 600+

IELTS - 6.5+

PTE - 63+

Duolingo English Test - 110+

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Illinois Institute of Technology

Illinois Tech is Chicago’s leading tech university. Illinois Tech graduates get a significant ROI and exceptional career outcomes.

  • Innovative, modern university set in an incredible city
  • Excellent graduate outcomes within six months of completion
  • Contemporary facilities and a modern approach to teaching
  • Active learning programs offer access to hands-on work