Graduate Programs in Providence, Rhode Island

Providence is home to 4 graduate programs we track across 2 institutions, led by Brown University and Rhode Island College. 2 offer an online or hybrid path, and the strongest concentrations locally are Machine Learning and Computer Vision.

Programs
4
Universities
2
Degree Levels
Certificate · Master · Bachelor
Online / Hybrid
2 programs
Avg. Cost
~$109,080

All 4 Programs in Providence

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CertificateOnline

Brown University

Brown University | Artificial Intelligence Graduate Certificate

💰$10,500 total
0.23 years
🎯Machine Learning
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MasterOn-Campus

Brown University

Brown University | Sc.M. in Computer Science - Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

💰$318,180 total
2 years
🎯Computer Vision
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MasterOnline

Brown University

Brown University | MS in Data Science (Online, Policy & Governance)

💰$60,000 total
1.33 years
🎯AI Ethics/Policy
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BachelorOn-Campus

Rhode Island College

Rhode Island College | BS in Artificial Intelligence

💰$47,640 total
4 years
🎯Natural Language Processing (NLP)
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Why study in Providence?

Providence concentrates 4 graduate programs across 2 institutions, with the widest selection at Brown University (3) and Rhode Island College (1). The mix includes 2 master's-level programs and 1 bachelor's program. Locally, the most common specializations are Machine Learning, Computer Vision and Generative AI and LLMs — useful if you already know the direction you want. 2 of the 4 programs (50%) can be taken online or hybrid, so you can stay in Providence — or study from anywhere — without giving up local employer ties. Budget-wise, listed tuition averages about $109.1K total, starting near $10.5K at the most affordable end.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many graduate programs are in Providence?

Providence, Rhode Island has 4 graduate programs across 2 institutions such as Brown University and Rhode Island College. 2 are at the master's level. 2 include an online or hybrid option.

What can you specialize in studying in Providence?

The most common concentrations among Providence programs are Machine Learning, Computer Vision and Generative AI and LLMs. Individual program pages list the full specialization and elective options for each degree.

What do graduate programs in Providence cost?

Estimated total tuition for programs in Providence averages around $109.1K, starting near $10.5K at the low end. Actual cost depends on residency, format, and institution — check each program page for current figures.

Can I study online from Providence?

Yes — 2 of the 4 programs in Providence (50%) offer online or hybrid delivery, so you can study while keeping local employer connections.

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