MasterOn-Campus, OnlineFull-Time

Stanford University

MS in Symbolic Systems

Stanford, California1.5 $68K total tuition
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Est. Salary$140,000
Job Growth+23%
Top RoleNLP Engineer
FormatOn-Campus, Online

Admission Snapshot

Degree Required
Bachelor's degree
Duration
1.5 years
Est. Tuition
$68K total
Format
On-Campus, Online
Schedule
Full-Time
GRE / GMAT
Required
Concentrations
Machine Learning, Tech

Typical admitted student: A bachelor's degree in a related field such as computer science, philosophy, linguistics, or cognitive science is required, along with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and relevant coursework in mathematics, programming, and logic.

About This Program

This graduate program offers an interdisciplinary approach to understanding the mind and machine, drawing on computer science, logic, and cognitive psychology.

Career Outcomes

Lead as NLP Engineer in Cross-Industry AI with artificial intelligence expertise

  • 1. AI Researcher
  • 2. Computational Linguist
  • 3. Human-Computer Interaction Specialist
  • 4. Cognitive Systems Engineer

What You'll Learn

  • Design computational models of human cognition and reasoning
  • Analyze language structure using formal semantics and logic
  • Build AI systems integrating symbolic and neural approaches
  • Evaluate philosophical foundations of mind and intelligence

Curriculum Highlights

The curriculum allows for personalized study across departments, focusing on human-computer interaction, cognitive science, and intelligent system design.

Top Employers

Top employers include tech companies like Google, OpenAI, Meta, and research institutions such as Stanford AI Lab and Allen Institute for AI.

Admissions

A bachelor's degree in a related field such as computer science, philosophy, linguistics, or cognitive science is required, along with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and relevant coursework in mathematics, programming, and logic.

Application Materials

  • Statement of Purpose: Required
  • Letters of Recommendation: 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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