Graduate Programs in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Philadelphia has a growing AI and data science ecosystem anchored by major universities, healthcare systems, and financial institutions. The city offers lower living costs than nearby New York while still providing access to East Coast employers.

Programs
20
Universities
4
Degree Levels
Certificate · Master · Bachelor · Doctoral · MBA
Online / Hybrid
7 programs
Avg. Cost
~$91,240

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CertificateOn-Campus, Online

Drexel University

Drexel University | Graduate Certificate in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

💰$17,772 total
1 year
🎯Deep Learning
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CertificateOn-Campus, Online

Drexel University

Drexel University | Graduate Certificate in Computational AI & ML

💰$17,772 total
1 year
🎯Deep Learning
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MasterOn-Campus, Online

Drexel University

Drexel University | MS in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

💰$65,970 total
2 years
🎯Deep Learning
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MasterOn-Campus

Drexel University

Drexel University | MS in Robotics and Autonomy

💰$62,190 total
2 years
🎯Robotics & Autonomous Systems
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BachelorOn-Campus

Drexel University

Drexel University | BS in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

💰$250,380 total
4 years
🎯Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
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MasterOnline, Hybrid

La Salle University

La Salle University | MS in Artificial Intelligence

💰$33,600 total
1 year
🎯Generative AI and LLMs
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MasterHybrid

Saint Joseph's University

Saint Joseph's University | MS in Computer Science with AI Certificate

💰$33,000 total
2 years
🎯Computer Vision
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BachelorOn-Campus

University of Pennsylvania

University of Pennsylvania | BS in Engineering in Artificial Intelligence

💰$252,816 total
4 years
🎯Machine Learning
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MasterOn-Campus

University of Pennsylvania

University of Pennsylvania | MS in Design - Robotics and Autonomous Systems

💰$47,466 total
1 year
🎯Machine Learning
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MasterOnline

University of Pennsylvania

University of Pennsylvania | MS in Education in Learning Analytics and AI

💰$48,760 total
1.33 years
🎯AI in Education
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MasterOn-Campus

University of Pennsylvania

University of Pennsylvania | MS in Robotics – AI & ML Track

💰$86,450 total
2 years
🎯Deep Learning
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MasterOn-Campus

University of Pennsylvania

University of Pennsylvania | MS in Robotics w/ Computer Vision Specialization

💰$84,840 total
2 years
🎯Computer Vision
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MasterOn-Campus

University of Pennsylvania

University of Pennsylvania | MSD – Robotics & Autonomous Systems

💰$80,140 total
1.5 years
🎯Robotics & Autonomous Systems
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MasterOn-Campus

University of Pennsylvania

University of Pennsylvania | MSE in CIS – AI Track

💰$84,840 total
1.5 years
🎯Machine Learning
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MasterOn-Campus

University of Pennsylvania

University of Pennsylvania | MSE in Robotics - Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Specialization

💰$84,840 total
2 years
🎯Robotics & Autonomous Systems
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MasterOnline

University of Pennsylvania

University of Pennsylvania | Online MS in Engineering in Artificial Intelligence

💰$36,750 total
2 years
🎯Machine Learning
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MasterOnline

University of Pennsylvania

University of Pennsylvania | Online MSE in AI

💰$36,750 total
2 years
🎯Natural Language Processing (NLP)
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DoctoralOn-Campus

University of Pennsylvania

University of Pennsylvania | PhD in Computer and Information Science (AI/ML)

5 years
🎯Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
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BachelorOn-Campus

University of Pennsylvania

University of Pennsylvania | Undergraduate Concentration in Artificial Intelligence for Business

💰$233,280 total
4 years
🎯Machine Learning
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MBAOn-Campus

University of Pennsylvania

University of Pennsylvania | MBA in AI for Business

💰$175,940 total
2 years
🎯AI Ethics/Policy
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Why study in Philadelphia?

For students, Philadelphia offers a balance of rigorous academics and practical industry connections. Healthcare networks, insurers, and financial firms are investing in predictive analytics and AI-powered decision support, creating project and internship opportunities. The city's cost of living is generally more accessible than other major Northeast hubs, which can make multi-year study more sustainable.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of AI projects are common for students in Philadelphia?

Common projects include risk modeling for finance and insurance, predictive analytics in healthcare, NLP for clinical text, and customer analytics for local businesses and startups.

Is Philadelphia a good base if I want to work in New York after graduation?

Yes. Many graduates apply for roles in both Philadelphia and New York, and the train connection makes interviews and networking manageable. Building a portfolio while studying in Philadelphia can position you competitively for New York roles later.

How does the AI community in Philadelphia stay connected?

Students and professionals connect through university events, meetups, regional data science conferences, and collaborations between local tech companies and research labs.

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