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Master's in ML
On-Campus

Columbia University in the City of New York | MS in Computer Science - Machine Learning

  • New York


About This Program

This specialized master’s track allows students to broaden and deepen their understanding of machine learning and its diverse applications.

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What You'll Learn
  • Implement supervised, unsupervised, and reinforcement learning models for real-world data problems.
  • Design and train deep neural networks for tasks like computer vision and natural language processing.
  • Apply probabilistic methods and optimization techniques to machine learning algorithms.
  • Evaluate and deploy scalable machine learning systems with ethical considerations.
For detailed, official program information including specific curriculum, faculty, research opportunities, and application requirements:
Typical Curriculum Structure
Columbia University's Online MS in Computer Science - Machine Learning is a 30-credit graduate program focusing on machine learning foundations, deep learning, algorithms, and AI applications, typically completed in 2-3 years part-time.
Typical Course Topics
1. Machine Learning Foundations 2. Deep Learning 3. Algorithms for Machine Learning 4. Natural Language Processing 5. Supervised and Unsupervised Learning 6. Advanced Topics in AI and Machine Learning
Program Specializations:
Computer Vision
AI Engineering / Applied AI
View the exact, up-to-date curriculum on the official program website
Typical Admissions Requirements
A bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, or a related field with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required, along with programming experience and coursework in linear algebra, probability, and calculus.
Academic Requirements (Typical)

β€’ Degree Required: Bachelor’s degree
β€’ GRE/GMAT: Optional
β€’ TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 100+ / IELTS 7.0+)

Application Materials (Typical)

β€’ Statement of Purpose: Required
β€’ Letters of Recommendation: 3
β€’ Resume: Required
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

Excel as Machine Learning Engineer in Cross-Industry AI with machine learning expertise

Estimated Industry Salary
Machine Learning Engineer: $140,000
Total compensation (entry to mid-level)
AI Job Growth
36%
Projected 2024-2034 (BLS)
Common Career Paths:
1. Machine Learning Engineer 2. AI Research Scientist 3. Data Scientist 4. NLP Specialist
Top AI Employers (Industry-Wide):
Top employers include Google, Amazon, Meta, Microsoft, and leading AI research labs.
Program Details
Duration
  • 2 Year
Tuition
$ 81,000
Format
On-Campus
Specializations
Computer Vision
AI Engineering / Applied AI
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