BachelorOn-Campus, OnlineFull-Time

South College

BS in Computer Science - Artificial Intelligence Concentration

Knoxville, Tennessee4 years$60K total tuition
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Est. Salary$120,000
Job Growth+23%
Top RoleMachine Learning Engineer
FormatOn-Campus, Online

Admission Snapshot

Degree Required
High School Diploma
Duration
4 years
Est. Tuition
$60K total
Format
On-Campus, Online
Schedule
Full-Time
GRE / GMAT
Not Required
Concentrations
Machine Learning, AI Engineering / Applied AI

Typical admitted student: High school diploma or equivalent is required, along with a minimum GPA of 2.5–3.0; SAT or ACT scores are optional but recommended for competitive applicants. Prerequisites in mathematics (algebra, calculus) and programming are preferred.

About This Program

This degree program is built on industry insights to prepare students for planning, developing, and managing intelligent software solutions that meet complex business needs.

Career Outcomes

Enter Machine Learning Engineer career in Cross-Industry AI with machine learning focus

  • 1. AI Engineer
  • 2. Machine Learning Engineer
  • 3. Data Scientist
  • 4. Software Developer (AI focus)

What You'll Learn

  • Design and implement machine learning algorithms for data-driven decision making.
  • Develop AI models including neural networks and deep learning systems.
  • Analyze and optimize data structures for efficient AI computations.
  • Apply ethical principles to AI development and deployment.
  • Build intelligent systems for applications like natural language processing and computer vision.

Curriculum Highlights

The curriculum includes core computer science topics like data structures and networking, with specialized concentration courses in heuristics, emerging AI applications, and two culminating capstones.

Top Employers

Top employers include Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and IBM.

Admissions

High school diploma or equivalent is required, along with a minimum GPA of 2.5–3.0; SAT or ACT scores are optional but recommended for competitive applicants. Prerequisites in mathematics (algebra, calculus) and programming are preferred.

Application Materials

  • Statement of Purpose: Required
  • Letters of Recommendation: 2 optional
  • 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+)

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