DoctoralOn-CampusFull-Time

University of Georgia

PhD in Artificial Intelligence

Athens, Georgia4 years$30K total tuition
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Est. Salary$145,000
Job Growth+23%
Top RoleAI Research Scientist
FormatOn-Campus

Admission Snapshot

Degree Required
Master's degree preferred
Duration
4 years
Est. Tuition
$30K total
Format
On-Campus
Schedule
Full-Time
GRE / GMAT
Required
Concentrations
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, AI Engineering / Applied AI

Typical admitted student: A master's degree in computer science, mathematics, or a related field is typically required, along with a strong GPA, research experience, and programming proficiency in languages like Python. GRE scores are often optional but recommended for competitive applicants.

About This Program

This terminal, research-based doctoral program prepares students for advanced careers in academia or industry by fostering original research in cognition, computation, and intelligent systems.

Career Outcomes

Pursue advanced AI Research Scientist in Cross-Industry AI through natural language processing

  • 1. AI Research Scientist
  • 2. Machine Learning Engineer
  • 3. AI Professor/Academic Researcher
  • 4. Principal AI Architect

What You'll Learn

  • Design and implement advanced AI models for complex problem-solving
  • Conduct original research in machine learning and AI theory
  • Analyze and optimize AI systems for scalability and ethics
  • Apply AI techniques to domains like vision, language, and robotics

Curriculum Highlights

The curriculum requires a minimum of 40 graduate course hours, including core seminars in ethics and data mining, plus a dissertation representing independent thinking and technical mastery.

Top Employers

Top employers include Google, Microsoft, OpenAI, Amazon, and research institutions like national labs and universities.

Admissions

A master's degree in computer science, mathematics, or a related field is typically required, along with a strong GPA, research experience, and programming proficiency in languages like Python. GRE scores are often optional but recommended for competitive applicants.

Application Materials

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

Academic Requirements

  • Degree Required: Master's degree preferred
  • GRE/GMAT: Optional
  • TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)

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