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Bachelor's in AI
On-Campus

Drake University

Artificial Intelligence Major

  • Des Moines
About This Program

This interdisciplinary major combines computer science and mathematics with arts, humanities, business, and law to prepare students for a world where machines play an increasing role.

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What You'll Learn

Students explore the nature of intelligence, digital ethics, and human-computer interaction, learning to bridge technical AI skills with critical societal and philosophical perspectives.

For detailed, official program information including specific curriculum, faculty, research opportunities, and application requirements:
Typical Curriculum Structure
The 17-course core curriculum includes machine learning, statistics, language and reality, and an AI practicum, with optional concentrations in Humanities, Business, or Computer Science.
Typical Course Topics
1. Introduction to Artificial Intelligence 2. Machine Learning Fundamentals 3. Neural Networks and Deep Learning 4. Natural Language Processing 5. Computer Vision 6. AI Ethics and Responsible AI
Program Specializations:
Machine Learning
View the exact, up-to-date curriculum on the official program website
Typical Admissions Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent is required, along with a minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred; SAT/ACT scores are optional but recommended for competitive applicants.
Academic Requirements (Typical)

β€’ Degree Required: High School Diploma or equivalent
β€’ GRE/GMAT: Not Required
β€’ TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)

Application Materials (Typical)

β€’ Statement of Purpose: Required
β€’ Letters of Recommendation: 2–3
β€’ Resume: Optional
β€’ Transcripts: Official transcripts required

Application Timeline

Most programs have rolling admissions or deadlines in early winter for fall admission. Check the official program website for exact dates.

Career Opportunities in AI

Gain human-computer interaction skills to advance as AI Engineer in Cross-Industry AI

Industry Data: The following salary and job data reflects typical industry trends for AI professionals, not specific to New York University. Individual outcomes vary based on skills, location, and experience.

Estimated Industry Salary
AI Engineer: $120,000
Total compensation (entry to mid-level)
AI Job Growth
23.0%
Projected 2024-2034 (BLS)
Common Career Paths:
1. Machine Learning Engineer 2. AI Research Scientist 3. Data Scientist 4. AI Software Developer
Top AI Employers (Industry-Wide):
Top employers include Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and Meta.
Program Details
Duration
  • 4 Year
Tuition
  • 211,952
Format
On-Campus
Specializations
Machine Learning