MasterOn-CampusFull-Time

Cornell University

MEng in Computer Science (AI Focus)

Ithaca, New York1 years$58K total tuition
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Est. Salary$140,000
Job Growth+23%
Top RoleAI Engineer
FormatOn-Campus

Admission Snapshot

Degree Required
Bachelor's degree
Duration
1 year
Est. Tuition
$58K total
Format
On-Campus
Schedule
Full-Time
GRE / GMAT
Required
Concentrations
Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing (NLP)

Typical admitted student: A bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field with strong programming skills and coursework in algorithms, data structures, and mathematics (e.g., linear algebra, probability) is required, along with a minimum GPA of 3.0.

About This Program

This professional master's program in Ithaca develops expertise in high-level system design and implementation, offering students a flexible pathway to specialize in artificial intelligence.

Career Outcomes

Excel as AI Engineer in Engineering AI with natural language processing expertise

  • 1. Machine Learning Engineer
  • 2. AI Research Scientist
  • 3. Data Scientist (AI Focus)
  • 4. Software Engineer (AI Systems)

What You'll Learn

  • Design and implement machine learning models for real-world AI applications
  • Apply deep learning techniques to process and analyze complex data like images and text
  • Develop intelligent agents using reinforcement learning and planning algorithms
  • Evaluate AI systems for performance, ethics, and scalability

Curriculum Highlights

The curriculum comprises 30 credits including graduate-level computer science courses, technical electives, and a significant design project in areas like AI, vision, or robotics.

Top Employers

Top employers include Google, Meta, Amazon, Microsoft, and AI research labs at companies like OpenAI and NVIDIA.

Admissions

A bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field with strong programming skills and coursework in algorithms, data structures, and mathematics (e.g., linear algebra, probability) is required, along with a minimum GPA of 3.0.

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: Optional
  • TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)

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