University of Tennessee, Knoxville

How this program compares

At an estimated $60.2K in total tuition, the BS in Applied Artificial Intelligence sits roughly 30% below the $86.6K average for AI bachelor's programs in our database — placing it in the 54th percentile on cost among the 232 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: High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred; SAT/ACT scores optional for most applicants.[1

About This Program

This undergraduate major provides a transdisciplinary foundation in AI, teaching students to build and deploy intelligent systems to solve real-world problems. Coursework concentrates on Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning and AI Engineering / Applied AI. Most students complete it in about 4 years.

Estimated total tuition is $60.2K, below the $86.6K average for AI bachelor's programs in our database and in the 54th percentile on cost at this level. That puts it in the mid-range on price among comparable programs.

Prepare Data Scientist career in Business AI with natural language processing focus Graduates frequently move into roles such as Data Scientist, with reported salaries around $120,000.

Career Outcomes

Prepare Data Scientist career in Business AI with natural language processing focus

• 1. AI Engineer
• 2. Machine Learning Developer
• 3. Data Scientist
• 4. AI Applications Specialist

What You'll Learn

• Develop AI models using machine learning and deep learning techniques.
• Apply programming and data structures to build AI software solutions.
• Design ethical AI systems considering fairness and human interaction.
• Analyze data for AI applications in industry domains.
• Implement natural language processing for real-world AI projects.

Curriculum Highlights

The structure includes 120 credit hours with courses in natural language processing, human-AI interaction, data visualization, and a transdisciplinary capstone project.

Top Employers

Top employers include tech companies like Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and IBM, as well as research labs and industry firms applying AI solutions.

Admissions

High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred; SAT/ACT scores optional for most applicants.[1

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+)