Software Engineering Graduate Pathway

The software engineering graduate pathway prepares students to enter the next semester of a Master of Science in Software Engineering at Saint Louis University.  Upon successful completion of the graduate pathway program and meeting university requirements for graduate admission, students may enter the next semester of graduate study.

Program Entry Requirements

Accelerated Pathway (one-semester program)

• Undergraduate degree in computer science, software engineering or closely related field
• 2.75 GPA on a 4.00 scale
• Language requirement:
  • TOEFL iBT 75 (17+ subscores in reading and writing) or
  • IELTS 6.0 (6.0+ subscores in reading and writing) or
  • PTEA 48 

Standard Pathway (two-semester program)

• Undergraduate degree in computer science, software engineering or closely related field
• 2.75 GPA on a 4.00 scale
• Language requirement:
  • TOEFL iBT 70 (13+ subscores in reading and writing) or
  • IELTS 6.0 (5.5+ subscores in reading and writing) or
  • PTEA 46 or
  • Completion of AE Level 5

1. Students will be able to execute a variety of verbal tasks in academic settings using English that can be understood by those unaccustomed to non-native speakers.
2. Students will be able to execute a variety of written tasks in academic settings using English that can be understood by those unaccustomed to non-native writers.
3. Students will be able to apply a process-driven approach to completing verbal and written academic assignments in multiple disciplines and modes.
4. Students will be able to deploy reflective and self-regulated learning strategies.

One-Semester (Accelerated) Pathway

Two-Semester (Standard) Pathway

Continuation Standards

• Minimum 3.0 cumulative SLU GPA
• Grade of B- or better in all courses counting towards the degree
• No C-/D/F/W/I/P/NP/S/U grades

Progression Requirements

• Minimum 3.0 cumulative SLU GPA
• Grade of B- or better in all courses counting towards the degree
• No C-/D/F/W/I/P/NP/S/U grades
• Two letters of recommendation
• Writing portfolio

Roadmaps are recommended semester-by-semester plans of study for programs and assume full-time enrollment unless otherwise noted.  

Courses and milestones designated as critical (marked with !) must be completed in the semester listed to ensure a timely graduation. Transfer credit may change the roadmap.

This roadmap should not be used in the place of regular academic advising appointments. All students are encouraged to meet with their advisor/mentor each semester.  Requirements, course availability and sequencing are subject to change.

One-Semester (Accelerated) Pathway

Two-Semester (Standard) Pathway