Purdue University

How this program compares

Budget-wise, $30.0K puts this bachelor's program at the 13th percentile on cost — roughly 67% below the $89.8K average across 186 comparable listings. It runs on a full-time schedule (on-campus).

Admission Snapshot

Typical admitted student: A high school diploma with strong performance in mathematics and computer science is required. Most programs expect a minimum GPA of 3.0 and standardized test scores (SAT/ACT); some institutions have made these optional.

About This Program

This computer science-focused major teaches students the foundations and tools needed to build systems that reason about data and make autonomous decisions. Coursework concentrates on Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Computer Vision. Most students complete it in about 4 years.

Graduates frequently move into roles such as Machine Learning Engineer, with reported salaries around $125,000.

Design and implement machine learning algorithms and deep learning models for real-world applications.

At roughly $30.0K total, Purdue University's BS in Artificial Intelligence sits below the $89.8K average among AI bachelor's programs we track — the 13th percentile on price. That makes it one of the more affordable options for students weighing return on investment.

It is one of 20 AI-related programs we track in Indiana, of which about 75% offer an online option. On price, it comes in higher than about 55% of the Indiana programs in our data, where typical tuition runs near $31.8K.

Career Outcomes

Purdue University positions this bachelor track for Machine Learning Engineer careers — typical offers cluster around $125,000. Its focus on Natural Language Processing (NLP) 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 35% growth this decade — verify the current figure on the BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook before you rely on it.

• 1. Machine Learning Engineer
• 2. Data Scientist
• 3. AI Research Engineer
• 4. AI Product Manager

What You'll Learn

• Design and implement machine learning algorithms and deep learning models for real-world applications
• Analyze and manipulate large datasets using statistical methods and data science techniques
• Understand AI ethics, bias mitigation, and responsible AI development practices
• Apply AI and machine learning solutions across industry domains including computer vision, natural language processing, and autonomous systems

Curriculum Highlights

The science-based curriculum includes multivariate calculus, linear algebra, and data structures, with advanced electives in robotics, computer vision, or natural language processing.

Top Employers

Top employers include Google, Microsoft, Amazon, IBM, Meta, OpenAI, and Tesla, as well as government agencies investing in AI research and development.

Admissions

Admission to Purdue University's BS in Artificial Intelligence generally expects a bachelor of science (bs). The GRE is not required 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: Optional
• Letters of Recommendation: Not typically required
• Resume: Optional
• Transcripts: Official high school transcripts required

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