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Graduate Programs
in Software
Build practical key skills to excel in the fast-changing software and data science field with an established leader in software education.
Graduate Programs in Software, part of the School of Engineering at the University of St. Thomas, was founded in 1985, and is one of the most respected, largest, and longest running software engineering programs of its kind in the U.S. As a leader in software education, we were recently ranked in Fortune Magazine for Best MS in Data Science.*
Join the over 4,000 alumni from 39 states and 14 countries with graduate courses built for immediate career value:
- Built for working professionals, you can earn your degree at your own pace - we offer in-person, online, and hybrid courses. With evening classes and three starts a year - spring, summer, and fall - you can begin when you are ready.
- Our reputable programs provide graduate students with a high-quality, dynamic education that integrates software technologies into workplace solutions, offering immediate career value and a strong foundation for the future.
- Our innovative curriculum is continually updated, based on the changing needs of the industry. You will learn state-of-the-art technology skills taught by faculty with extensive industry experience.
- We offer countless opportunities for research, networking, and job placement. St. Thomas has deep connections with the software and technology community. Many of the school's alumni work for Twin Cities-based economic drivers, such as 3M, Medtronic, Boston Scientific, Cargill, Mayo Clinic and Target.
- No GRE/GMAT - we are interested in you, not an entrance exam.
If you want to advance your career, or start a new career path in software, artificial intelligence, data science or information technology, we have a graduate program for you. With nearly 40 electives, four master’s degrees, and eight graduate certificates, you can tailor your education to your interests.
Graduate Programs in Software Events
School of Engineering News
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In the News: Manjeet Rege on AI in Personal Finance
Manjeet Rege, director of the Center for Applied Artificial Intelligence at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with WCCO about the growing use of artificial intelligence in personal finance. Rege explained that while AI can be a helpful tool for budgeting, analyzing spending patterns and running financial scenarios, it should be used cautiously and not… The post In the News: Manjeet Rege on AI in Personal Finance appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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St. Thomas Engineering Students Partner With Minnesota Wild
The University of St. Thomas School of Engineering received media coverage for the launch of the first-ever Minnesota Wild Hockey Lab, a new partnership bringing engineering students into the world of professional hockey. Across multiple outlets, the collaboration highlights how students are working to design improved protective equipment. This year’s focus was on redesigning shin… The post St. Thomas Engineering Students Partner With Minnesota Wild appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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Engineering Faculty Served as Expert Witness in Landmark Social Media Cases
Dr. John Chandler, assistant professor at the University of St. Thomas Department of Software Engineering and Data Science, informed jurors in two landmark cases over social media safety. Chandler was an expert witness in marketing and data science. His marketing role was to explain to the jury how advertising works, how the social media companies… The post Engineering Faculty Served as Expert Witness in Landmark Social Media Cases appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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St. Thomas Community Members Present on AI Workforce
Manjeet Rege, director of the Center for Applied Artificial Intelligence, and St. Thomas Chief Data and AI Officer Jena Zangs recently presented at the MnTech Connect 2026 conference. Hosted by the Minnesota Technology Association, Rege and Zangs explored the future of artificial intelligence in the workforce and what AI readiness means for Minnesota. The two… The post St. Thomas Community Members Present on AI Workforce appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.