Program Overview

Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Web Application Development

Overview

The Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Web Application Development program 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.

• MS in Information Systems
• Graduate Certificate in Information Systems

Curriculum

This program is organized into four 10-week quarters per year. One semester credit is equivalent to 1.5 quarter credits.

Required Courses

Electives

(Choose 2) | 6.0

• INFO 670 | Cross-platform Mobile Development
• SE 627 | Requirements Engineering and Management
• SE 638 | 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

• 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 is $1481 per credit. For the academic year, 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.

Academic Calendar

Academic Year

• Term: Fall 2025
  • Classes Begin: September 22, 2025
  • Classes End: December 6, 2025
  • Exams Begin: December 8, 2025
  • Exams End: December 13, 2025
• Term: Winter 2026
  • Classes Begin: January 5, 2026
  • Classes End: March 14, 2026
  • Exams Begin: March 16, 2026
  • Exams End: March 21, 2026
• Term: Spring 2026
  • Classes Begin: March 30, 2026
  • Classes End: June 6, 2026
  • Exams Begin: June 8, 2026
  • Exams End: June 13, 2026
• Term: Summer 2026
  • Classes Begin: June 22, 2026
  • Classes End: August 29, 2026
  • Exams Begin: August 31, 2026
  • Exams End: September 5, 2026