Build a strong base in web development and design with the Web Application Development A.A.S. degree program at Kirkwood. In two years, you will learn how to plan and execute complex web projects using the latest technologies, coding techniques, and more.
Students in the web application development program also have the opportunity to further their skills with a web development certificate, or dive deeper into subjects with emphasis courses on web graphic design and Java programming.
Notice of Program Update
The Web Application Development will close at the end of the 2026-27 academic year and is no longer accepting new students. Contact the Business & Information Technology Department for more information at business@kirkwood.edu.
3/9/2026
Kirkwood offers more than $3 million in scholarships for students each year. Web application development students may also qualify for the Kibbie Grant.
Program graduates will be able to:
Our mission is to identify what the community requires from web application development graduates, and fine-tune our program to respond to those needs. We also seek to present and provide opportunities and facilitate a lifelong learning environment.
School Year: 2025–26
Program Entry Semester: Fall
| Fall | Spring | Summer | Fall | Spring | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Credit Hours per Semester | 16 | 16 | 6 | 20 | 16 | 74 |
| In-State Tuition | $3,536 | $3,536 | $1,326 | $4,420 | $3,536 | $16,354 |
| Technology Fee per Semester | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $250 |
| Clinical Expenses (mileage, lodging, screenings, etc.) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Conferences/Seminars | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Course Resources (textbooks, software, etc.) | $680 | $680 | $340 | $495 | $565 | $2,760 |
| Course/Section Fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Laptop (required devices) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Testing Fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Third Party Credentials | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Tool Sets | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Uniforms | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Other | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $4,266 | $4,266 | $1,716 | $4,965 | $4,151 | $19,364 |
Costs provided are estimated and based on the following current tuition rates: $221 (In-State), $296 (Out-of-State), $400 (International).
Fees and costs are subject to change. To view all costs associated with attending college visit our Tuition and Costs page.
Business & Information Technology
203 Nielsen Hall
319-398-5416
business@kirkwood.edu