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ACCEPTANCE RATE

65.75%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

95%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

14:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

24

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$23,316

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Software Engineering Degree

The software engineering degree program at Florida Institute of Technology prepares students for the application of scientific and mathematical principles computer software systems through design, analysis, verification, validation, implementation and maintenance, using a variety of computer languages. Students who graduate the software engineering degree program may pursue careers in database or network administration, information systems analysis, and more. Courses include probability and statistics, computer science, managerial science, discrete mathematics, and applications to complex computer systems. Get more details below including other Florida colleges that offer software engineering degrees.

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Florida Institute of Technology

Also known as Florida Tech

671 Winyah Drive, Orlando, FL

Florida Institute of Technology is a nonprofit private institution that has a fair number of majors and degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Melbourne, FL, in a predominantly urban area. Enrollment at Florida Institute of Technology exceeds nine thousand per year.

Areas of study available at Florida Institute of Technology include but are not limited to:

  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Transportation And Materials Moving
  • Engineering
  • Health And Clinical Professions
  • Computer And Information Sciences
  • Biological And Biomedical Sciences

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. A SAT or ACT exam is required prior to applying, with scores between 1040 to 1250 on the SAT and between 21 to 28 for the ACT exam is typical among students admitted to Florida Tech. Florida Tech has an acceptance rate of 57 percent of which only 17 percent decided to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is around $38,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to use the school's price of attendance calculator to better estimate their personal tuition costs. Housing may be available for those who wish to live on-campus for around a cost of $7,600 each year. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is typically provided as grants or student loans.

The Florida Institute of Technology Panthers participate in a number of athletic programs, within the NCAA organization. Athletic programs available include:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division II)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division II)
  • Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
  • Golf (NCAA Division II)
  • Rowing (NCAA Division II)

Students who would like to view more about Florida Institute of Technology can take a look at their website at http://www.fit.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Software Engineering Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Florida Institute of Technology has offered the following program levels for students:

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Bachelor's Degree22
Master's Degree3

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male19
Female6

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Asian2
Black3
Hispanic4
White7
Multiple Races2
Non Resident Alien7

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Students who have completed the Software Engineering program at Florida Institute of Technology, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:

Architectural and Engineering Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as architecture and engineering or research and development in these fields.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, architectural and engineering managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.0% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL
    • Total Employment: 1
    • Average Hourly Rate: $59.34
    • Average Annual Salary: $123420

Software Developers, Applications

Description

Develop, create, and modify general computer applications software or specialized utility programs. Analyze user needs and develop software solutions. Design software or customize software for client use with the aim of optimizing operational efficiency. May analyze and design databases within an application area, working individually or coordinating database development as part of a team. May supervise computer programmers.

Software Developers, Systems Software

Description

Research, design, develop, and test operating systems-level software, compilers, and network distribution software for medical, industrial, military, communications, aerospace, business, scientific, and general computing applications. Set operational specifications and formulate and analyze software requirements. May design embedded systems software. Apply principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis.

Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses pertaining to the application of physical laws and principles of engineering for the development of machines, materials, instruments, processes, and services. Includes teachers of subjects such as chemical, civil, electrical, industrial, mechanical, mineral, and petroleum engineering. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the students Florida Tech accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To support students and graduates, Florida Institute of Technology may offer services to students like:

  • Distance learning
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Academic counseling for students
  • Employing students to lower education costs
  • Assisting students to find work

Intercollegiate Athletics

Florida Institute of Technology is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Sunshine State Conference)
  • Basketball (Sunshine State Conference)
  • Football (Gulf South Conference)
  • Golf
  • Lacrosse
  • Rowing
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Volleyball
  • Other Sports