Grand Valley State University

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Admission Snapshot

Typical admitted student: Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in computer science, mathematics, engineering, or a related quantitative field, with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Prior coursework in programming, discrete mathematics, and statistics is typically required or strongly recommended.

About This Program

A specialized graduate program focusing on the design and management of intelligent systems through an interdisciplinary curriculum in computer science and cybersecurity.

Career Outcomes

Thrive as Machine Learning Engineer in Cross-Industry AI with machine learning expertise

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

What You'll Learn

• Design and implement machine learning models for complex real-world problems
• Develop neural networks and deep learning architectures for pattern recognition and prediction
• Apply natural language processing techniques to extract insights from unstructured text data
• Evaluate AI systems for ethical implications, bias, and responsible deployment across industries

Curriculum Highlights

Built on core pillars of machine learning and computer vision, the program includes labs, collaborative projects, and studies in the societal impacts of AI.

Top Employers

Top employers in artificial intelligence include major technology firms such as Google, Microsoft, Amazon, IBM, Meta, and specialized AI companies, as well as financial institutions, healthcare organizations, and government research agencies.

Admissions

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in computer science, mathematics, engineering, or a related quantitative field, with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Prior coursework in programming, discrete mathematics, and statistics is typically required or strongly recommended.

Application Materials

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

Academic Requirements

• Degree Required: Master of Science (MS)
• GRE: Required
• TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)