Purdue University Northwest

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Admission Snapshot

Typical admitted student: High school diploma or GED with a minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred; SAT/ACT scores optional for most applicants. International students require TOEFL 79+, IELTS 6.5+, or Duolingo 100+.

About This Program

An undergraduate degree that combines a strong foundation in computer science with a specialized focus on the theory and application of artificial intelligence.

Career Outcomes

Prepare Data Scientist career in Cross-Industry AI with machine learning focus

• 1. AI Engineer
• 2. Machine Learning Engineer
• 3. Data Scientist
• 4. Software Developer (AI focus)

What You'll Learn

• Fundamental principles of artificial intelligence and search algorithms
• Design and implementation of machine learning models
• Analysis of data for pattern recognition and prediction
• Development of intelligent systems and neural networks

Curriculum Highlights

The curriculum features object-oriented programming, data structures, and specialized AI courses in machine learning, human-robot interaction, and data mining.

Top Employers

Top employers include Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and IBM.

Admissions

High school diploma or GED with a minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred; SAT/ACT scores optional for most applicants. International students require TOEFL 79+, IELTS 6.5+, or Duolingo 100+.

Application Materials

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

Academic Requirements

• Degree Required: High School Diploma
• GRE/GMAT: Not Required
• TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)