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Software Engineering

A page within Software Engineering

  • Software Engineers are creative thinkers, problem-solvers, and leaders  who can communicate effectively and manage teams.
  • Our students work with clients to complete software design projects under the guidance of a faculty mentor.
  • MSE graduates have obtained high-salary jobs at some of the largest and most desirable global firms - with a close to 100% job placement rate.

Why Software Engineering at UW-La Crosse?

  • MSE students develop high-demand skills by completing a 12-credit capstone project with the guidance of a faculty mentor. 
  • Many capstones involve real-world applications using industry best practices, and are completed in collaboration with clients who will use the product upon delivery. Students use the most advanced and up-to-date tools and technology for course work and capstone projects. 
  • Deep faculty expertise combined with an outstanding array of department resources provide students with a truly outstanding experience -  leading to some of the best salaries of any UWL graduate.

A Great Place to Live!

With accolades from publications including Forbes magazine and Outdoor Magazine, La Crosse offers a great cultural and natural environment.  La Crosse combines a small-town feel with ample cultural and recreational opportunities. Situated on the Mississippi River in the geologically unique Driftless region, La Crosse offers four-season recreational and research opportunities on water and land. To explore your housing options in this vibrant community, click here.

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COVID innovator

"It’s surreal to be able to contribute in a positive way to a situation like this using skills that I’ve been building over the last four years," says MSE student Jacob McAllister.

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Grad student develops new podcasting platform

Logan Larson, a graduate student in UWL's Software Engineering program, has developed a new podcasting app, "Castify."

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International excellence

Our international students work alongside domestic students in the classroom. Learn more about our partnerships with international institutions, or about how we support international students at UWL. 

The 3MGP Competition Winner

Kaaviyashri Saraboji, a graduate student in the Software Engineering program uses AI to tackle animal-vehicle collisions.

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