University of Kentucky

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Admission Snapshot

Typical admitted student: High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred; SAT or ACT scores are optional but recommended for competitive applicants.

About This Program

A comprehensive bachelor's program focused on the mathematical and computational foundations required to build, evaluate, and use intelligent systems.

Career Outcomes

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

• 1. Machine Learning Engineer
• 2. AI Software Developer
• 3. Data Scientist
• 4. Computer Vision Specialist

What You'll Learn

• Fundamental principles of AI algorithms and intelligent systems
• Techniques for training and evaluating machine learning models
• Development of deep learning architectures for complex data
• Processing and analysis of natural language and visual data
• Application of AI to real-world problem-solving and optimization

Curriculum Highlights

The program begins with math and computer science foundations, followed by specialized AI courses and a two-semester senior design project.

Top Employers

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

Admissions

High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred; SAT or ACT scores are optional but recommended for competitive applicants.

Application Materials

• Statement of Purpose: Optional
• Letters of Recommendation: 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+)