CertificateOn-Campus, OnlinePart-Time

South Dakota Mines

Graduate Certificate in AI and Data Science

Brookings, South Dakota4 years$6K total tuition
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Est. Salary$120,000 AI Engineer
Job Growth+36%
Top RoleData Scientist
FormatOn-Campus, Online

Admission Snapshot

Degree Required
Bachelor's degree
Duration
4 years
Est. Tuition
$6K total
Format
On-Campus, Online
Schedule
Part-Time
GRE / GMAT
Not Required
Concentrations
Machine Learning, AI Engineering / Applied AI

Typical admitted student: A bachelor's degree in a related field such as computer science, mathematics, engineering, or statistics with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required; relevant work experience or programming skills may be preferred.

About This Program

This 12-credit online or on-campus graduate certificate provides professionals with foundational and applied skills in machine learning and data analytics to extract insights from large datasets.

Career Outcomes

Gain machine learning skills to advance as Data Scientist in Cross-Industry AI

  • 1. Data Scientist
  • 2. AI/ML Engineer
  • 3. Data Analyst
  • 4. AI Research Specialist

What You'll Learn

  • Apply machine learning algorithms to real-world datasets for predictive modeling.
  • Design and implement AI systems using neural networks and deep learning frameworks.
  • Analyze large-scale data using statistical methods and big data tools.
  • Address ethical considerations in AI development and deployment.

Curriculum Highlights

The curriculum focuses on foundations of data science, statistical learning, and applying data science to business, the petroleum industry, and earth resources.

Top Employers

Top employers include tech companies like Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and IBM, as well as consulting firms and government research agencies.

Admissions

A bachelor's degree in a related field such as computer science, mathematics, engineering, or statistics with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required; relevant work experience or programming skills may be preferred.

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: Not Required
  • TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)

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