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Web Application Development Online Certificate
Classes Begin: January 5, 202618 months
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Drexel University is Regionally Accredited
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Web Application Development
Drexel University's online Graduate Certificate in Web Application Development prepares students to design web applications to solve organizational problems. Students learn how to use human-centered approaches to analyze information needs and design solutions to meet them. This 15-credit, 5-course program is offered entirely online making it convenient for working professionals looking to obtain credentials in advanced information systems.
Graduate Certificate in Web Application Development Program Features
- 15 credits, 5 courses
- Offered 100% online
- From Drexel's College of Computing & Informatics
Related Programs
Drexel University’s online Graduate Certificate in Web Application Design may be stacked with other certificates to customize your education and/or earn credits toward a master's degree in information systems.
Drexel University offers a variety of Graduate Minors that can be added to any master's degree program.
State restrictions may apply to some programs.
Curriculum
This program is organized into four 10-week quarters per year (as opposed to the traditional two semester system) which means you can take more courses in a shorter time period. One semester credit is equivalent to 1.5 quarter credits.
| Required Courses | ||
| INFO 532 | Software Development | 3.0 |
| INFO 600 | Web Systems & Architecture | 3.0 |
| INFO 655 | Intro to Web Programming | 3.0 |
| Electives (Choose 2) | 6.0 | |
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INFO 670
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Cross-platform Mobile Development | |
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SE 627
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Requirements Engineering and Management | |
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SE 638
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Software Project Management | |
| Total Credits | 15.0 | |
Admissions Criteria
- A four-year bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution in the United States or an equivalent international institution
- GPA of 3.0 or higher, in a completed degree program, bachelor’s degree or above
Required Documents
With multiple ways to submit documents, Drexel makes it easy to complete your application. Learn more by visiting our Completing Your Application Guide.
- A completed application
- Official transcripts from all universities or colleges and other post-secondary educational institutions attended (including trade schools)
- One letter of recommendation required, two suggested
- Essay/Statement of Purpose
- In approximately 500 words, describe what professional goals you hope to achieve, how an advanced degree facilitates that success and anything else you want the Admissions Review Board to know about you
- Resume
- Additional requirements for International Students
Computer Requirements
You must have access to a computer that meets or exceeds the minimum configuration outlined in the College of Computing and Informatics's Computer and Technology Requirements Guide.
Tuition
The tuition rate for the academic year 2025-2026 is $1481 per credit.
For the academic year 2025-2026, students enrolled in an online graduate academic program will be charged a graduate online program fee of $125 per year.
- This program is not eligible for Financial Aid.
- Special tuition rates available for Drexel University Alumni, Military members, and members of our Partner Organizations.
- These rates apply only to new online students and students being readmitted.
- Tuition rates are subject to increase with the start of each academic year in the fall term.
- All students must contact applyDUonline@drexel.edu within the first two weeks of the term to request tuition savings for which they qualify.
- Special rates cannot be combined. If you qualify for more than one special rate, you'll be given the one with the largest savings.
- When receiving special tuition plans with Drexel University Online, you may not combine them with other tuition benefits that may be available from Drexel University.
Academic Calendar
2025-2026 Academic Year
Term
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Classes End
Exams Begin
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Fall 2025
September 22, 2025
December 6, 2025
December 8, 2025
December 13, 2025
Winter 2026
January 5, 2026
March 14, 2026
March 16, 2026
March 21, 2026
Spring 2026
March 30, 2026
June 6, 2026
June 8, 2026
June 13, 2026
Summer 2026
June 22, 2026
August 29, 2026
August 31, 2026
September 5, 2026
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