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Students at Grinnell College often use our Software Engineering course to complete general education or major requirements affordably while balancing others commitments.

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The Software Engineering course at Grinnell College is designed for students who want to gain practical skills while saving significantly on tuition. With NCCRS accreditation, this online course can transfer up to 3–4 credits directly to Grinnell College programs, helping students finish their degree faster and at a lower cost.
Grinnell College accepts courses recommended for college credit by ACE & NCCRS

Our courses are approved by the American Council on Education (ACE) — the same body that approves AP and IB — and are accepted for credit by thousands of universities, including Grinnell College.

Our courses are approved by the National College Credit Recommendation Service (Previously known as National Ponsi) — the NYSED.GOV body that approves AP and IB — and are accepted for credit by thousands of universities, including Grinnell College.
This course costs $250 through TransferCredit.org (UPI Study), compared to an estimated $900–$1,200 or more if taken directly at Grinnell College
FAQ
How many credits will I earn for Software Engineering at Grinnell College?
You will earn 3 transferable college credits, approved byACE & NCCRS, which can be applied toward your degree at Grinnell College or over 2,100 U.S. universities.
Is the course self-paced and online?
Yes, it’s 100% online and self-paced. You can start anytime and finish on your own schedule within hours or days and then transfer it back to Grinnell College for credit.
Will this course from UPI Study transfer to Grinnell College?
Yes, the Software Engineering course is ACE- and NCCRS‑approved and can be submitted to Grinnell College for credit toward general education or elective requirements.
How much does the course cost as compared to Grinnell College?
The course costs $250 total, which is 5X more affordable compared to the higher tuition fees charged on campus at Grinnell College or any community college near Grinnell, IA.
Course Details For Software Engineering
Learning Outcomes
Grinnell College in Grinnell, IA
In Software Engineering at Grinnell College in Grinnell, IA you can learn the same topics, transfer it and save tuition fees by a mile. This course, worth 3 transferable credits and approved by NCCRS, is designed to help students at Grinnell College gain practical skills and, preparing them for success in degree programs and real-world careers. Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to: apply software engineering principles, methodologies, and emerging technologies in practical scenarios; recognize the essential elements and defining features of computer software, spanning its diverse applications across various fields; explain the foundational concepts, processes, and techniques that underpin software engineering; analyze the methodologies and importance of system analysis within the realm of software engineering; examine the principles and methodologies of object-oriented analysis and design, emphasizing their pivotal role in organizing software around data and enhancing modularity; identify steps in the software engineering process and adopt industry practices to enhance software project outcomes; evaluate different systems development life cycles and adapt methodologies to project-specific requirements; and correct common misconceptions in software engineering, fostering a more accurate perspective grounded in empirical evidence and critical thinking.
Major Course Topics
Major topics include fundamentals of software engineering; software engineering process models; advanced methods in software development and testing; agile methodologies in software engineering; systematic approaches to software requirements and modeling; techniques in software requirements engineering; principles of software design and reuse; fundamentals of software architectural design; Component-Level design; principles of user interface design in software development; software verification, validation, and security; software project management and governance; and advancements in software engineering.

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