Graduate Programs in Seattle, Washington

Seattle is home to major cloud and software companies that are deeply invested in AI, particularly in developer tools, productivity software, and large-scale infrastructure. The local ecosystem blends big tech with an active startup community.

Programs
10
Universities
3
Degree Levels
Master · Bachelor · Certificate · Doctoral
Online / Hybrid
6 programs
Avg. Cost
~$42,908

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MasterOn-Campus, Online

City University of Seattle

City University of Seattle | MS in Artificial Intelligence

💰$34,905 total
2 years
🎯Deep Learning
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MasterOnline

Seattle University

Seattle University | MS in Artificial Intelligence (Online)

💰$51,058 total
2 years
🎯AI Ethics/Policy
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BachelorOn-Campus

University of Washington

University of Washington | BS in Electrical and Computer Engineering – Machine Learning

💰$73,560 total
4 years
🎯Deep Learning
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CertificateOn-Campus

University of Washington

University of Washington | Graduate Certificate in Modern AI Methods

💰$18,368 total
1 year
🎯Natural Language Processing (NLP)
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MasterOn-Campus

University of Washington

University of Washington | M.S. in Controls, Mechatronics & Robotics

💰$30,324 total
2 years
🎯Robotics & Autonomous Systems
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MasterOn-Campus, Online

University of Washington

University of Washington | MS in Information Management (MSIM) – Artificial Intelligence

💰$73,580 total
2 years
🎯AI Ethics/Policy
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CertificateOnline

University of Washington

University of Washington | Online Certificate in AI and Machine Learning for Engineering

💰$16,480 total
1 year
🎯Machine Learning
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MasterOn-Campus, Online, Hybrid

University of Washington

University of Washington | Online MS in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning for Engineering

💰$40,375 total
2.5 years
🎯Machine Learning
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DoctoralOn-Campus

University of Washington

University of Washington | PhD in Computer Science (AI, ML track)

💰$47,520 total
5 years
🎯Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
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MasterOnline

University of Washington

University of Washington | MS in Data Science

🎯Data Analytics
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Why study in Seattle?

Studying AI in Seattle puts you close to teams building the platforms that power AI worldwide. Students can work on large-scale ML systems, developer experiences, and productivity tools that reach millions of users. The city's mix of highly technical meetups and a focused engineering culture creates a good environment for deep work and collaboration.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What kinds of AI courses are emphasized in Seattle-area programs?

Programs often emphasize machine learning fundamentals, distributed systems, cloud computing, and applied AI for productivity tools, search, and recommendation engines.

Are there opportunities to work on open-source AI tools in Seattle?

Yes. Many local teams contribute to open-source libraries, SDKs, and infrastructure used by AI developers. Students can often find opportunities to contribute through internships, research groups, or community projects.

Is Seattle a good long-term city for AI careers?

Seattle's concentration of cloud and software companies, combined with steady growth in AI investment, makes it a strong long-term location for AI and ML careers.

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