Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

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Admission Snapshot

Typical admitted student: Applicants typically hold a bachelor's in computer science or a closely related field with strong programming and discrete math background. GPA expectations and prerequisite gaps are defined by the Graduate Director—check the current MS admissions page for test score and bridge policies.

About This Program

This entry describes Rutgers' MS in Computer Science with the AI/Machine Learning concentration at the New Brunswick computer science graduate program—distinct from the broader MS CS page because it maps directly to the department's published AI/ML study plan.

Career Outcomes

Complete the Rutgers CS MS with an AI/Machine Learning concentration combining theory, systems, and applied AI electives.

• 1. Machine Learning Engineer
• 2. Applied Scientist
• 3. Software Engineer (AI infrastructure)
• 4. Data Scientist

What You'll Learn

• Satisfy MS graduation requirements while depth-stacking AI, ML, and pattern recognition coursework.
• Build on statistical and algorithmic foundations expected for research and industry ML roles.
• Select electives in NLP, vision, robotics, or systems depending on career goals.
• Option for limited independent study credits where permitted by the program.

Curriculum Highlights

Rutgers Department of Computer Science publishes a concentration plan for AI/Machine Learning: six required graduate courses distributed across mathematical foundations, algorithms, tools for large-scale data, knowledge discovery (including AI, pattern recognition, and machine learning), and visualization, plus electives drawn from NLP, vision, robotics, and related CS areas. Students should confirm elective rules and independent-study caps with the current MS handbook.

Top Employers

Rutgers CS graduates are recruited broadly across technology, finance, and defense sectors in the New York and New Jersey metro areas and nationally.

Admissions

Applicants typically hold a bachelor's in computer science or a closely related field with strong programming and discrete math background. GPA expectations and prerequisite gaps are defined by the Graduate Director—check the current MS admissions page for test score and bridge policies.

Application Materials

• Personal statement / Statement of Purpose: Required
• Letters of Recommendation: Typically three (verify current requirement)
• Resume: Required
• Transcripts: Official transcripts required
• GRE scores: Confirm current policy on the Graduate Admissions and CS MS application pages
• English proficiency tests for international applicants

Academic Requirements

• Degree Required: Bachelor's degree (CS or related)
• GRE/GMAT: Policy varies by year—verify with Rutgers Graduate Admissions
• TOEFL/IELTS (or accepted alternatives): For international applicants per Rutgers policy