Program Overview
Expand your programming skillset with new competencies that can help you achieve your career goals in the A-State Certificate in Swift Coding online program. Build on the coding skills you already have by developing expertise in iOS and Xcode, understanding how to utilize UX and UI principles, and learning how to apply rapid prototyping.



This affordable online program also gives you the opportunity to build a course portfolio by developing your own app, ready for an app store. You will interact with instructors and peers for feedback during development. Plus, you can apply the courses in the certificate program as credit when you enroll in an A-State undergraduate degree program.
Learn industry-relevant skills that employers are looking for:
- Swift coding/programming
- iOS app development
- Xcode
- UX and UI principles in app development
- Rapid prototyping
Prepare for careers like these:
- Mobile Applications Developer
- Application Engineer
- Software Developer
- iOS Developer
Also available online at A-State:
A-State is ranked #6 among the “Top 10 Best Colleges in Arkansas” by College Choice (2020).
Tuition
Our Certificate in Swift Coding online program offers the same affordable tuition to all U.S. residents. All fees are included in the total tuition.


Per Credit Hour | Per Course | ||||
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U.S. Resident Tuition | Required Fees | Total | U.S. Resident Tuition | Required Fees | Total |
$218.00 | $40.00 | $258.00 | $654.00 | $120.00 | $774.00 |
Calendar
Our Certificate in Swift Coding online program is designed to be flexible and convenient, featuring accelerated coursework and multiple start dates per year. Add to your education while continuing to work.
Next Start & Application Due Dates:


Term | Length | Course Begin | Course End | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Payment Deadline | Last Day to Withdraw |
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Spring 2021 | 7 wk | 01/12/2021 | 02/26/2021 | 12/16/2020 | 12/18/2020 | 01/07/2021 | 01/08/2021 | 02/12/2021 |
7 wk | 03/08/2021 | 04/30/2021 | 02/22/2021 | 02/26/2021 | 03/04/2021 | 03/05/2021 | 04/16/2021 | |
Summer 2021 | 7 wk | 05/10/2021 | 06/25/2021 | 04/26/2021 | 04/30/2021 | 05/06/2021 | 05/07/2021 | 06/11/2021 |
7 wk | 06/28/2021 | 08/13/2021 | 06/14/2021 | 06/18/2021 | 06/24/2021 | 06/25/2021 | 07/30/2021 | |
Fall 2021 | 7 wk | 08/24/2021 | 10/08/2021 | 08/09/2021 | 08/13/2021 | 08/19/2021 | 08/20/2021 | 09/25/2021 |
7 wk | 10/18/2021 | 12/10/2021 | 10/04/2021 | 10/08/2021 | 10/14/2021 | 10/15/2021 | 11/27/2021 |
Admissions
To apply to our Certificate in Swift Coding online program, you must have a high school diploma with at least a 2.75 GPA or GED score of 500 (if taken before 2002) or 525 (if taken in or after 2002). Review full admission requirements below.
- When completing the online application, choose the appropriate application type – A-State Online Freshman (if you have never attended college) or A-State Online Transfer (if you have previously attended any college).
- Select three emphasis areas and submit this form.
- Pay $30.00 non-refundable application fee
- Submit an official High School Transcript with at least a 2.75 GPA or GED score of 500 (if taken prior to 2002) or 525 (if taken in or since 2002). The High School/GED requirement is waived for students who have previously successfully completed 13 or more transferrable college credit hours.
- Submit official Test Scores (e.g., ACT and SAT). Test scores are considered official if they are delivered directly to us from a testing center or from your high school on your official transcript. Test scores are valid for a period of five years from the date of the exam. The test score requirement is waived for students who have previously successfully completed 24 or more transferrable college credit hours.
- ACT test scores of 21 or greater on the composite score as well as 19 on the Math, Reading, and English sub-scores
- SAT test score of 1070
- Cumulative college GPA of at least 2.0 on previous college coursework.
- No remediation courses are available for this program. If a student does not show test scores that clear the need for remediation, they must show completion of or readiness for the following program courses:
- English requirement: Students may be considered eligible for admission based on completion of English Composition I, English Composition II, or Writing Fundamentals with a grade of C or better.
- Math requirement: Students may be considered eligible for admission based on completion of College Algebra or Intermediate Algebra with a grade of D or better.
- No conditional admission status is available for this program.
- Foreign born students must submit an attested or notarized copy of their high school diploma in English. Students seeking to transfer from a non-U.S. university or college must submit official transcripts from these institutions. Transcripts will be evaluated by Arkansas State University. Proof of English proficiency may be required.
Additional Information
Submit all documents to:
A-State OnlineP.O. Box 2520
State University, AR 72467
Fax: 870-972-3548
Email: [email protected]
For Non-US Postal Mail Overnight Delivery Only:
Academic Partnershipsc/o Central Receiving
2713 Pawnee St.
Jonesboro, AR 72401
Courses
To earn your Certificate in Swift Coding online, you will complete the following three courses (9 credit hours).
DIGI 2003: Introduction to Coding with Swift
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Foundations in coding using Swift language. Practical application of the tools, techniques, and concepts needed to build a basic iOS app.
DIGI 3003: Intermediate Coding with Swift
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Intermediate Swift coding using industry best practices to build the mindset of an app developer.
DIGI 4003: Advanced Studio in Swift Coding
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Application of Swift coding concepts to design and build a basic iOS app.