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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

Students gain expertise in algorithms, data science, and advanced machine learning models applied to areas like perception and finance.

For detailed, official program information including specific curriculum, faculty, research opportunities, and application requirements:
Typical Curriculum Structure
The 30-credit curriculum features core computer science foundations and technical electives in bioinformatics, computer vision, and reinforcement learning.
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
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

Industry Data: The following salary and job data reflects typical industry trends for AI professionals, not specific to New York University. Individual outcomes vary based on skills, location, and experience.

Estimated Industry Salary
Machine Learning Engineer: $140,000
Total compensation (entry to mid-level)
AI Job Growth
36.0%
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