UPI Study Colleges University of Arkansas Grantham Software Engineering
University of Arkansas Grantham Transfer Credit · Computer Science 301

Computer Science Elective (300 Level) at UAG.

Earn this University of Arkansas Grantham equivalency through UPI Study's Software Engineering — 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits, fully online, self-paced.

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🎓3 College Credits ACE & NCCRS Approved ⏱️Self-paced · 28–30 days avg.
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Software Engineering — transfers as Computer Science Elective (300 Level) at University of Arkansas Grantham
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Software Engineering
Computer Science 301 · 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits
Transfers as
University of Arkansas Grantham recognizes as
Computer Science Elective (300 Level)
3 transcript credits · Internal ref: CS3**
DEAC accredited since 1961 · Transcript sent directly to University of Arkansas Grantham
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🎓 Credit
3 cr
Transferable to UAG
⏱️ Speed
28–30
Days average to complete
Pass rate
97%
Student completion rate
What you'll learn

A full semester of software engineering, at your own pace.

🎯Learning outcomes
  • Critically evaluate the essential elements and defining features of computer software across various fields, assessing their significance and applications in modern society
  • Analyze and evaluate foundational concepts, processes, and techniques in software engineering, applying them to real-world scenarios
  • Critically analyze and synthesize methodologies of system analysis within software engineering, proposing solutions to complex system issues
  • Evaluate and critique object-oriented analysis and design methodologies, designing improved approaches for organizing software around data to enhance modularity
  • Synthesize the crucial steps in the software engineering process and create frameworks incorporating best practices to optimize project outcomes
  • Analyze and adapt various systems development life cycles, designing customized methodologies tailored to specific project needs
📚Major topics covered
Fundamentals of software engineering Software process models & SDLC Agile & Scrum methodologies Extreme Programming (XP) Requirements engineering & modeling UML diagrams & data flow diagrams Object-oriented analysis & design Software architectural design Component-level design User interface design principles Software testing & verification Software security & reliability Project risk & change management Distributed computing & middleware Service-oriented architecture (SOA) Software as a Service (SaaS) Rapid Application Development (RAD)
Grading: 20% Quizzes · 30% Assignment · 50% Final Exam
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UPI Study sends your official transcript directly to University of Arkansas Grantham's registrar. UAG applies the equivalency: Computer Science Elective (300 Level).

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Tuition saved vs UAG per-credit rate
$1,170
Credits transferred
30
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15

Savings = credits × $305 (UAG's per-credit tuition). UAG credit awards are subject to UAG review and policy.

Frequently asked questions

Everything about Software Engineering → UAG.

📚 About Software Engineering
What is Software Engineering?
Software Engineering is a college-level technology course covering core concepts and practical skills in the subject area. It is Computer Science 301 — worth 3 credit hours, carrying an NCCRS recommendation from NCCRS.
What technical background do I need?
No specific technical background is required to start. The course is structured to build from foundational concepts to practical application, making it accessible to students at any level.
Is this course self-paced?
Yes. The course is fully self-paced with no deadlines or fixed class times. Most students complete it in 28–30 days, but you can move faster or slower depending on your schedule.
How many college credits is this course worth?
This course carries an NCCRS recommendation for 3 semester credit hours. UPI Study courses follow the same evaluation standard used across thousands of colleges and universities.
Are there exams? How is grading done?
Yes — the course includes quizzes, an assignment, and a final exam. Your grade is weighted as follows: 20% Quizzes · 30% Assignment · 50% Final Exam. A score of 70 or above is required to pass.
How do I check if my university accepts UPI Study credits?
Check our Find My College directory . If your university recognizes NCCRS credit recommendations, UPI Study courses qualify. You can also book a free call with our team.
How does UPI Study compare to a traditional university course?
A traditional university course in this subject typically costs $500–$1,500+ per credit hour and requires fixed schedules, campus attendance, and semester timelines. UPI Study covers the same NCCRS-recommended content at $250 total , with no deadlines and no campus requirement.
Can international students take this course?
Yes. UPI Study courses carry an NCCRS recommendation — recognized by cooperating institutions in the U.S., Canada, the UK, and other countries. Students have submitted credits across 26+ countries.
🎯 About Computer Science Elective (300 Level) at UAG
What does 'Elective credit' mean at University of Arkansas Grantham?
Elective credit fills the elective portion of a UAG degree — credits required for graduation but not tied to a specific named course or general education category. Every UAG degree program reserves a portion of total credits for electives, which gives students flexibility to round out their program.
How many elective credits do I need for my UAG degree?
UAG's degree programs each define an elective credit minimum within the total (60 credits for the Associate, 120 for the Bachelor's). The specific count varies by program. Check UAG's current academic catalog for the exact elective credit requirement.
Can I use Software Engineering for UAG electives even though it's a computer science course?
Yes. The Articulation Agreement explicitly recognizes UPI Study's Software Engineering as elective credit at UAG, regardless of subject area. UAG accepts transfer credit across disciplines as long as the credit comes from an approved provider with NCCRS or ACE recommendations.
How many UPI Study courses can I stack as electives at UAG?
Up to the overall 75% transfer cap (90 credits for the Bachelor's). UAG doesn't impose a separate elective cap beyond that, so you can stack multiple UPI Study elective courses as long as they fit within total transfer maximum and your program's elective requirement.
Is elective credit 'worth less' than named course credit?
No — credit is credit toward your UAG degree. Elective credits count fully toward the 60-credit Associate or 120-credit Bachelor's total. The only difference is they fill the 'elective' bucket on your transcript rather than a specific named course. They have the same weight in graduation requirements.
🔄 About transferring to UAG
How many UPI Study courses can I stack toward my UAG degree?
University of Arkansas Grantham accepts up to 75% of degree credit requirements as transfer credit — up to 90 credits for the bachelor's degree. 66 UPI Study courses are recognized by UAG under the Articulation Agreement, so you can stack a substantial portion of your degree before enrolling at UAG.
Do I need to enroll at UAG first?
No. You can take UPI Study courses with no UAG enrollment, no application, and no admission process. Take the course, earn the credit, then submit your transcript to UAG when you're ready.
How does the transcript reach UAG?
Once you complete Software Engineering, UPI Study sends an official transcript in PDF format directly to the email address designated by University of Arkansas Grantham. UAG's registrar applies the agreed equivalency (Computer Science Elective (300 Level)) to your transcript. No third-party services are involved.
About this course

Understanding Software Engineering for your UAG credit.

What is Software Engineering?

Software Engineering is the study of how software is planned, built, tested, and maintained in an organized way. It covers the methods used to turn a problem or set of requirements into a working program, including how teams gather needs, design the system, choose a development process, and check that the result works as intended.

How the course teaches you

This self-paced online Software Engineering course uses video lessons, quizzes, assignments, and a final exam, with grading weighted at 20% quizzes, 30% assignment, and 50% final exam. When you complete the course, the transcripted credit can be reviewed by University of Arkansas Grantham and applied as Computer Science Elective (300 Level), which is an elective equivalency at UAG.

How it helps beyond the classroom

The course builds practical habits for planning, testing, and maintaining software, which can help you work more effectively with systems and teams in everyday professional settings. At University of Arkansas Grantham, the credit counts as a Computer Science Elective (300 Level), so it can support degree progress in programs such as the Associate of Applied Science or Bachelor of Business Administration by filling elective credit requirements.

Skills you walk away with

Evaluate software requirements and turn them into clear modelsCompare SDLC process models, including Agile, Scrum, and XPCreate and interpret UML diagrams and data flow diagramsApply object-oriented analysis and design principlesDesign software architecture and component-level structuresUse user interface design principles in system planningAnalyze system problems and propose development solutions

Taking this course toward UAG

After you finish the course, your transcript is sent for review and University of Arkansas Grantham applies the credit course-by-course. If the coursework is accepted, it comes in as Computer Science Elective (300 Level), which means it counts as elective credit in your UAG degree plan rather than a direct major requirement. That can still be useful in programs like the Associate of Applied Science or Bachelor of Business Administration, where elective space may help you stay on track. Keep in mind that UAG will award transfer credit only for equivalent coursework with a grade of C or better, and no more than 90 credits, or 75%, may transfer.

Who this course is for

This course is a good fit if you are trying to move credit into University of Arkansas Grantham and want an elective that can count toward total hours without needing a direct major requirement match. It may also work well for students in degree-completion or career-change situations who need flexible transfer credit, especially since UAG accepts course-by-course transfer with a grade of C or better and allows up to 90 credits to transfer. It is not the best choice if you need a course that will automatically satisfy a specific major requirement at UAG rather than an elective.

Verified transfer details

What it means to transfer to UAG.

University of Arkansas Grantham, part of the University of Arkansas System, has been DEAC-accredited since 1961 and accepts ACE-recommended credit. Transfer credit is awarded course-by-course for equivalent coursework with a grade of C or better.

What UA Grantham offers UPI students
Accepts ACE credit recommendations
New laptop provided at no cost
Purple Heart University · military Heroes Program
Part of the University of Arkansas System
The numbers
75%
Max transfer toward an undergraduate degree
1961
DEAC-accredited since

Transfer credits are never guaranteed. Final credit awards are determined solely by the receiving university's registrar.

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Enroll for $250 (or use a UPI Study subscription), finish in 28–30 days, and transfer 3 credits to University of Arkansas Grantham.