MasterOn-CampusFull-Time

University of Pennsylvania

MSE in CIS – AI Track

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania1.5 $85K total tuition
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Est. Salary$150,000
Job Growth+23%
Top RoleMachine Learning Engineer
FormatOn-Campus

Admission Snapshot

Degree Required
Bachelor's degree
Duration
1.5 years
Est. Tuition
$85K total
Format
On-Campus
Schedule
Full-Time
GRE / GMAT
Required
Concentrations
Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing (NLP)

Typical admitted student: A bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field with a strong GPA (typically 3.0+), relevant coursework in programming and mathematics, and GRE scores (optional at many programs) are required. Relevant technical experience or projects in AI/ML strengthen applications.

About This Program

This master's program offers advanced study in the foundations of computer science with a specialized track in artificial intelligence.

Career Outcomes

Thrive as Machine Learning Engineer in Cross-Industry AI with natural language processing expertise

  • 1. Machine Learning Engineer
  • 2. AI Research Scientist
  • 3. Data Scientist
  • 4. Computer Vision Engineer

What You'll Learn

  • Design and implement machine learning models for real-world applications
  • Apply deep learning techniques to process and analyze large datasets
  • Develop AI systems for tasks like natural language understanding and computer vision
  • Evaluate and optimize AI algorithms for performance and scalability

Curriculum Highlights

The structure requires core courses in theory and systems, plus concentration courses in deep learning and ethical algorithm design.

Top Employers

Top employers include Google, Meta, Amazon, Microsoft, and AI research labs at companies like OpenAI and NVIDIA.

Admissions

A bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field with a strong GPA (typically 3.0+), relevant coursework in programming and mathematics, and GRE scores (optional at many programs) are required. Relevant technical experience or projects in AI/ML strengthen applications.

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: Optional
  • TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 100+ / IELTS 7.0+)

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