University of Colorado Boulder

How this program compares

At an estimated $6.3K in total tuition, the Graduate Certificate in Artificial Intelligence sits roughly 45% below the $11.4K average for AI certificate programs in our database — placing it in the 26th percentile on cost among the 236 we track at this level. It is one of the 57% of programs in our database offered fully or partly online.

Admission Snapshot

Typical admitted student: 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, calculus, and probability.

About This Program

This online graduate program provides a strong foundation in key AI topics and machine learning theory. It is designed for professionals seeking to build and implement comprehensive AI solutions. Coursework concentrates on Machine Learning and Generative AI and LLMs. Most students complete it in about 0.75 years.

Estimated total tuition is $6.3K, below the $11.4K average for AI certificate programs in our database and in the 26th percentile on cost at this level. That makes it one of the more affordable options for students weighing return on investment.

Gain machine learning skills to advance as AI Engineer in Cross-Industry AI Graduates frequently move into roles such as AI Engineer, with reported salaries around $120,000.

Career Outcomes

Gain machine learning skills to advance as AI Engineer in Cross-Industry AI

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

What You'll Learn

• Explain core paradigms of machine learning and deep learning.
• Build, evaluate, and interpret predictive AI models.
• Apply unsupervised techniques for data structure discovery.
• Design neural networks for images, sequences, and multimodal data.

Curriculum Highlights

The 12-credit certificate consists of four modular specializations. Course themes include ethics in computing, natural language processing, reinforcement learning, and the foundations of autonomous systems.

Top Employers

Top employers include tech leaders like Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and AI-focused firms such as OpenAI and NVIDIA.

Admissions

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, calculus, and probability.

Application Materials

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

Academic Requirements

• Degree Required: Bachelor's degree
• GRE/GMAT: Not Required
• TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)