{"@type":["ItemList","Article"],"@context":["https://schema.org"],"publisher":{"@type":"NewsMediaOrganization","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https://fortune.com/static/media/logo.png"},"name":"Fortune"},"headline":"Master's in artificial intelligence programs for 2025","url":"https://fortune.com/education/information-technology/masters-in-artificial-intelligence-programs/","mainEntityOfPage":"https://fortune.com/education/information-technology/masters-in-artificial-intelligence-programs/","datePublished":"2024-09-20 10:18:39-00:00","identifier":65,"thumbnailUrl":"null?resize=300,300","image":{"altText":"","caption":null,"credit":null,"mediaItemUrl":null,"src":null},"keywords":"","articleSection":"Uncategorized","description":"A directory of the growing number of universities with master’s programs in AI.","author":[],"itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@id":"/education/information-technology/arizona-state-university/","@type":"School","description":"ASU's master's in artificial intelligence in business is housed within the Carey Business School can be completed in at little as two years—with an optional custom third semester for enhanced learning. There are four deadlines to apply: Dec. 1, Feb. 1, April 1, and July 1.","name":"Arizona State University"},"position":1},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@id":"/education/information-technology/auburn-university/","@type":"School","description":"

Auburn's master of science in AI engineering can be completed in-person in Alabama or online. Applicants must have a bachelor's in a STEM-related field or sufficient experience. The price for the in-person program is higher than the online cost listed.

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DePaul's MS in artificial intelligence began in 2021. Students must have experience in programming, data structures, and data analysis. The school has four deadlines throughout the year.

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Drexel University’s master's in AI and machine learning can be completed on-campus or online on either a full- or part-time basis. As a result, students may graduate within two to four years. The program has two concentrations: computational and applied, with the former requiring additional background in computer science.

","name":"Drexel University"},"position":6},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@id":"/education/information-technology/duke-university/","@type":"School","description":"Duke's master of engineering in artificial intelligence for product innovation can be completed online or on-campus in as little as 12 months. Students build a project portfolio as part of the program's curriculum, which includes technical courses, business courses, and a capstone project. The round one admission deadline is January 15. Price listed may be higher for in-person learning.","name":"Duke University"},"position":7},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@id":"/education/information-technology/illinois-tech/","@type":"School","description":"The master's degree in AI at Illinois Tech may take two to four years to complete. The program consists mostly of electives in areas like AI, data processing & analytics, and other discipline. The latter includes options like neurobiology, robotics, and cognitive science.","name":"Illinois Tech"},"position":8},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@id":"/education/information-technology/johns-hopkins-university/","@type":"School","description":"

The AI master's at Johns Hopkins is conducted online, with most courses being asynchronous. The program is focused on engineering. At Johns Hopkins, 78% enrolled students’ tuition is covered by employer contribution programs. Applicants are encouraged to apply by three weeks before their desired starting term.

","name":"Johns Hopkins University"},"position":9},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@id":"/education/information-technology/kennesaw-state-university/","@type":"School","description":"Kennesaw State University's master of science in AI is interdisciplinary and can be completed online or in-person as well as full- or part-time. Students must complete either a thesis or capstone project.","name":"Kennesaw State University"},"position":10},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@id":"/education/information-technology/kent-state-university/","@type":"School","description":"Kent State University's master's in AI program is held in-person. Applicants must have had at least a 3.0 undergraduate GPA. The program prepares students to pursue careers in areas like machine learning intelligent analytics, smart homes and communities, and robotics & automation.","name":"Kent State University"},"position":11},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@id":"/education/information-technology/maryville-university/","@type":"School","description":"Maryville's master of science in artificial intelligence is built for working professionals and can be completed in two years on a part-time basis. Graduates also leave the program with two professional certifications.","name":"Maryville University"},"position":12},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@id":"/education/information-technology/northwestern-university/","@type":"School","description":"Northwestern's master of science in AI is held in-person, with cohort sizes of about 40 students. The program is housed within the university's McCormick School of Engineering. When paired with an advanced degree, the AI degree can be completed in just 12 months. The deadline to apply for fall admission is December 15 (priority); April 15 (final).","name":"Northwestern University"},"position":13},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@id":"/education/information-technology/penn-state-university/","@type":"School","description":"

Penn State offer master's in AI programs both online as well as at Penn State Great Valley. The program allows for stackable certificates to be obtained, such as in natural language processing or computer vision.

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Purdue's master of science in AI has two tracks: AI and Machine Learning and AI Management and Policy. Both are completed online, and both cover topics of AI ethics, societal impact, and fundamentals. The deadlines to apply are August 1, December 1, and April 1 for fall, spring, and summer, respectively.

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Syracuse's AI master's will take an applied human centered approach. The program is set to begin in fall 2025 and is housed within the university's school of information studies.

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East Texas A&M University's master of science in artificial intelligence program takes two years to complete, and students can select to write a thesis or not. There is a rolling admissions process. The university recently renamed from Texas A&M University–Commerce.

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UAB's master of science in artificial intelligence is focused on medicine. Students are at the forefront of modernizing medicine as they learn the skills to best implement AI technology into health administration, research and clinical care. Applicants must have a background in healthcare as well as programming. For spring admission, the deadline is December 1; August 1 for the fall.

","name":"University of Alabama–Birmingham"},"position":18},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@id":"/education/information-technology/university-of-baltimore/","@type":"School","description":"University of Baltimore’s master's in AI seeks to train students on how to use AI to solve business problems. The program is mostly in-person, with limited online options. The deadlines to apply are August 17 (fall); January 1 (spring), and May 1 (summer).","name":"University of Baltimore"},"position":19},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@id":"/education/information-technology/university-of-bridgeport/","@type":"School","description":"

At the University of Bridgeport, the master's in AI program has four concentrations: robotics and automation; deep learning and computer vision; data science and data analytics; and cybersecurity.

","name":"University of Bridgeport"},"position":20},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@id":"/education/information-technology/university-of-florida/","@type":"School","description":"The University of Florida's master's in AI is one of the oldest programs, having started around 2019. The degree emphasizes training on AI systems, and tuition is about $30,000 per year. The priority deadline to apply for fall admission is January 15.","name":"University of Florida"},"position":21},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@id":"/education/information-technology/university-of-houston-downtown/","@type":"School","description":"The master of science in AI program at the University of Houston–Downtown, students take 19 hours of foundational courses, nine hours of interdisciplinary study (in topics like robotics, biomedicine, and business), and three hours in a research or internship setting.","name":"University of Houston–Downtown"},"position":22},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@id":"/education/information-technology/university-of-louisville/","@type":"School","description":"The University of Louisville's master of science in AI is focused in medicine. The fully-online program emphasizes the study of bioengineering and biostatistics, their intersection with AI, and ways to solve healthcare problems. The tuition for active-duty military is only $250 per credit hour, as compared to $830 for others. The deadlines to apply for admission are August 1, November 15, and April 1 for fall, spring, and summer, respectively.","name":"University of Louisville"},"position":23},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@id":"/education/information-technology/university-of-michigan-dearborn/","@type":"School","description":"The MS in AI program at the University of Michigan–Dearborn has four concentrations: computer vision, intelligence interaction, machine learning, and knowledge management & reasoning. Classes will take place in the late afternoon or evening to accommodate for part-time students.","name":"University of Michigan–Dearborn"},"position":24},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@id":"/education/information-technology/university-of-north-texas/","@type":"School","description":"The University of North Texas's master of science in AI began in 2020, and offers three concentrations: machine learning, biomedical engineering, and autonomous systems. Students will take six hours of bridge courses, 15 hours in core courses, and 12 hours in their concentration. The deadline to apply is January 15.","name":"University of North Texas"},"position":25},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@id":"/education/information-technology/university-of-pennsylvania/","@type":"School","description":"UPenn's online master of science in engineering in AI program is designed for professional seeking to advance their career. Applicants must have received a bachelor's in computer science, computer engineering, or other equivalent degree. Students can enroll on a part- or full-time basis—and the degree can be completed in 16 to 40 months. The spring application deadline is November 1; May 2 for the fall.","name":"University of Pennsylvania"},"position":26},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@id":"/education/information-technology/university-of-san-diego/","@type":"School","description":"Students in the University of San Diego's master of science in applied AI only take one class at a time over the course of 20 months. About 15-18 hours of coursework is expected each week. The program is fully online, and costs $965 per unit (30 total). For spring enrollment, applicants are encouraged to apply by November 4.","name":"University of San Diego"},"position":27},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@id":"/education/information-technology/university-of-rochester/","@type":"School","description":"The University of Rochester is launching a master's in AI for business housed within the Simon Business School. The curriculum combines both AI and analytics courses along with hands-on projects. The program is based on rolling admissions.","name":"University of Rochester"},"position":28},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@id":"/education/information-technology/university-of-south-dakota/","@type":"School","description":"The new master of science in artificial intelligence at the University of South Dakota has four student learning outcomes: technical proficiency, mastery of AI systems, ethical AI practices, and effective communication. The program can be completed in-person or online.","name":"University of South Dakota"},"position":29},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@id":"/education/information-technology/university-of-st-thomas/","@type":"School","description":"

The University of St. Thomas seeks to train students to \"become successful AI practitioners\" through its master's in AI program. The deadlines to apply are August 1 or January 6.

","name":"University of St. Thomas"},"position":30},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@id":"/education/information-technology/university-of-texas-san-antonio/","@type":"School","description":"UTSA has three tracks within its master's in AI program: analytics, computer science, and intelligent & autonomous systems. The domestic deadline for fall admission is August 1; December 1 for spring. Students may also pair this with the university's dual MD degree.","name":"University of Texas–San Antonio"},"position":31},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@id":"/education/information-technology/university-of-texas-austin/","@type":"School","description":"UT–Austin's master's of artificial intelligence is conducted 100% online, and it is the cheapest of all programs—coming in at just $10,000, plus fees. Ten courses must be completed, including a mandatory ethics in AI class. The priority deadline for fall admission is April 1; for spring, August 15.","name":"University of Texas–Austin"},"position":32},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@id":"/education/information-technology/university-of-washington/","@type":"School","description":"The University of Washington has a master of science in AI and machine learning engineering program on its campus in Seattle. The deadline to apply for fall admission was September 8, and the program costs around $42,000.","name":"University of Washington"},"position":33},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@id":"/education/information-technology/yeshiva-university/","@type":"School","description":"At Yeshiva University, the MS in AI is completed largely on campus, consisting of 12 courses. The program can be completed on a full- or part-time basis. The deadlines to apply are November 10 or June 1.","name":"Yeshiva University"},"position":34}]}