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Wednesday, September 17, 2025

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Wednesday, September 17, 2025

Applications now open for Collin College’s new Software Development bachelor’s program

Collin College is accepting applications for its new Bachelor of Applied Technology (BAT) in Software Development, launching this fall.

The program, which will be housed at Collin College’s Frisco Campus, builds on the college’s current Associate of Applied Science degree in Software Development.

It will offer hands-on experience with real-world software development practices, including Agile teamwork, collaborative tools, and modern programming frameworks. Students will develop critical skills in project management and team collaboration that are common in the software development industry today.

Applications for the fall semester will remain open until Aug. 8. Those interested in beginning the program next spring will be able to apply for admission starting Aug. 9.

 

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Acceptance into the BAT in Software Development program requires admission to Collin College, completion of an Associate of Applied Science degree in Software Development or a closely related degree from an accredited educational institution, and completion of an application to the BAT in Software Development.

For more information about the Software Development bachelor’s program, visit www.collin.edu/department/software-development.

Collin College serves more than 60,000 credit and continuing education students annually and offers more than 200 degrees and certificates, including a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), a Bachelor of Applied Technology (BAT) in Cybersecurity, a Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) in Construction Management, a Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) in Clinical Operations Management, and a new Bachelor of Applied Technology (BAT) in Software Development.

The only public college based in Collin County, Collin College is a partner to business, government, and industry, providing customized training and workforce development. For more information, visit www.collin.edu.