Stony Brook University

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Admission Snapshot

Typical admitted student: High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred; SAT or ACT scores are optional but recommended for competitive applicants. Strong background in mathematics (calculus, statistics) and programming is highly valued.

About This Program

A specialized computer science major focused on modern approaches for building intelligent systems and managing large-scale data using algorithmic techniques.

Career Outcomes

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

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

What You'll Learn

• Design and implement AI algorithms for pattern recognition and decision-making
• Apply machine learning techniques to analyze large-scale datasets
• Build and train neural networks for predictive modeling
• Develop data pipelines for processing and visualizing complex information

Curriculum Highlights

The specialization requires a core of computer science courses plus specialized classes in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data-centric computing.

Top Employers

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

Admissions

High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred; SAT or ACT scores are optional but recommended for competitive applicants. Strong background in mathematics (calculus, statistics) and programming is highly valued.

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+)