Florida Atlantic University

How this program compares

At an estimated $24K in total tuition, the MS in Artificial Intelligence sits roughly 44% below the $42.9K average for AI master's programs in our database — placing it in the 32nd percentile on cost among the 394 we track at this level. It is one of the 54% of programs in our database offered fully or partly online.

Admission Snapshot

Typical admitted student: 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 probability, statistics, and data structures.

About This Program

This comprehensive master’s program offers a broad education in computer science with a specialized focus on the modeling and implementation of intelligent algorithms, data structures, and neural networks. Coursework concentrates on Machine Learning and Computer Vision. Most students complete it in about 1.5 years.

Design and implement AI algorithms for real-world applications.

Budget planners should note $24K estimated total tuition (32nd percentile among AI master's programs, below the $42.9K average). That makes it one of the more affordable options for students weighing return on investment.

It is one of 50 AI-related programs we track in Florida, of which about 42% offer an online option. On price, it comes in higher than about 60% of the Florida programs in our data, where typical tuition runs near $25.9K.

Graduates frequently move into roles such as AI Engineer, with reported salaries around $120,000.

Career Outcomes

Florida Atlantic University positions this master track for AI Engineer careers — typical offers cluster around $120,000. Its focus on Machine Learning and Computer Vision maps directly to how employers screen for specialized skills rather than generic degrees. Federal projections for this occupational area point to roughly 23% growth this decade — verify the current figure on the BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook before you rely on it.

• 1. Machine Learning Engineer
• 2. AI Scientist
• 3. Data Scientist
• 4. Robotics Engineer

What You'll Learn

• Design and implement AI algorithms for real-world applications
• Apply deep learning and machine learning models to data problems
• Develop natural language processing systems for text and speech analysis
• Build computer vision solutions for image recognition and retrieval

Curriculum Highlights

The structure includes three pillars: symbolic AI, subsymbolic AI, and AI systems, with core courses in machine learning, algorithms, and applications, plus a required research seminar.

Top Employers

Top employers include tech companies like Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and research institutions with AI initiatives.

Admissions

Admission to Florida Atlantic University's MS in Artificial Intelligence generally expects a bachelor's degree. The GRE is optional here — a growing norm among AI programs — so applicants can often lead with coursework, projects and recommendations instead. Deadlines, testing policies and funding change year to year, so confirm the current requirements on the official program page before applying.

Application Materials

• Statement of Purpose: Required
• Letters of Recommendation: 2–3
• Resume: Required
• Transcripts: Official transcripts required

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