University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

How this program compares

At an estimated $750 in total tuition, the AI in Medicine Certificate sits roughly 93% below the $11.4K average for AI certificate programs in our database — placing it in the 0th 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 a STEM field such as computer science, engineering, biology, or related discipline is required, along with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and demonstrated programming skills in Python or equivalent. Relevant healthcare or AI experience is often preferred but not mandatory.

About This Program

This certificate equips healthcare professionals with a conceptual understanding of AI and its applications through medical case studies. Coursework concentrates on Deep Learning and Machine Learning. Most students complete it in about 0.125 years.

Estimated total tuition is $750, below the $11.4K average for AI certificate programs in our database and in the 0th 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 Healthcare 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 Healthcare AI

• 1. AI Medical Imaging Analyst
• 2. Healthcare Data Scientist
• 3. Clinical AI Implementation Specialist
• 4. Biomedical AI Researcher

What You'll Learn

• Implement machine learning models for medical diagnosis and prediction.
• Analyze medical imaging data using computer vision and deep learning.
• Apply AI to electronic health records and clinical decision support.
• Address ethical, privacy, and regulatory challenges in healthcare AI.

Curriculum Highlights

The program consists of modules covering machine learning concepts, deep learning, and real-world applications of AI in medicine.

Top Employers

Top employers include major hospital systems like Mayo Clinic and Cleveland Clinic, health tech firms such as Tempus and PathAI, and pharmaceutical companies like Pfizer and Roche.

Admissions

A bachelor's degree in a STEM field such as computer science, engineering, biology, or related discipline is required, along with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and demonstrated programming skills in Python or equivalent. Relevant healthcare or AI experience is often preferred but not mandatory.

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+)