San Diego State University

How this program compares

Budget-wise, $55.1K puts this bachelor's program at the 44th percentile on cost — roughly 39% below the $89.8K average across 186 comparable listings. It runs on a full-time schedule (on-campus).

Admission Snapshot

Typical admitted student: High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred; SAT/ACT scores optional for most California public universities.

About This Program

This interdisciplinary program integrates technical AI literacy with social sciences and humanities, preparing students to evaluate and oversee technologies ethically and sustainably. Coursework concentrates on Natural Language Processing (NLP) and AI Ethics/Policy. Most students complete it in about 4 years.

At roughly $55.1K total, San Diego State University's BS in Artificial Intelligence and Human Responsibility sits below the $89.8K average among AI bachelor's programs we track — the 44th percentile on price. That puts it in the mid-range on price among comparable programs.

It is one of 65 AI-related programs we track in California, of which about 37% offer an online option. On price, it comes in higher than about 52% of the California programs in our data, where typical tuition runs near $63.3K.

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

Core AI algorithms and machine learning techniques.

Career Outcomes

Graduates of San Diego State University's BS in Artificial Intelligence and Human Responsibility most often target AI Ethics Specialist roles, where reported compensation runs around $120,000. Its focus on Natural Language Processing (NLP) and AI Ethics/Policy 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. AI Ethics Consultant
• 2. Responsible AI Engineer
• 3. AI Policy Analyst
• 4. Human-AI Interaction Designer

What You'll Learn

• Core AI algorithms and machine learning techniques
• Ethical frameworks for AI decision-making and deployment
• Human-centered design principles for responsible AI systems
• Policy and governance strategies to mitigate AI societal risks

Curriculum Highlights

The curriculum includes core courses in data science, philosophy of technology, ethics, and sustainability, offering specialized pathways in advanced methodologies or cultural analysis.

Top Employers

Top employers include tech companies like Google, Microsoft, OpenAI, and government agencies focused on AI regulation and ethics.

Admissions

Admission to San Diego State University's BS in Artificial Intelligence and Human Responsibility generally expects a high school diploma. 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: Required
• Letters of Recommendation: 2–3
• Resume: Optional
• Transcripts: Official transcripts required

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