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Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence

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Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence

University of Colorado Boulder

Accredited master’s degree

In as little as 12 months, you can complete this 30-course degree, studying 12–18 hours per week.

$15,750 USD total tuition

Flexible pay-as-you-go payment options with no hidden costs or fees.

Performance-based admissions

Start studying today, and use your results to earn a place on the degree course.

100% online

Lecture videos, live sessions, hands-on projects, and connection with instructors and peers.

Careers Get ready for a career on the new frontier of technology

Developed to meet the needs of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) industries, you’ll underpin your technical skills with the theoretical frameworks that underpin modern computing. 

You’ll learn from academics and industry experts with a wealth of experience acquired from a broad range of backgrounds, including multinational organisations, applied research projects, tech startups and laboratory centers.

With a curriculum designed to reflect the fast-changing developments in the artificial intelligence field, you’ll work on solo and group projects to master job-relevant topics and industry-standard applications.

When you graduate, you’ll have achieved an advanced understanding of areas like natural language processing, Bayesian statistics, ethics and reinforcement learning.

Pursue technical roles at top companies
US-based graduates from the CU Boulder work for giants like Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Facebook, Adobe, Lockheed-Martin, IBM, Salesforce, and Accenture, as well as start-up companies of all sizes. Popular sectors include information technology, aerospace, finance, manufacturing, consulting and government laboratories.
Be a candidate for new developer roles
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) expects the number of software development jobs to grow by 25 percent from 2021 to 2031. Web developer ranks as the 11th most popular job in the U.S. by the BLS.
Increase your earnings potential
As an AI engineer with a median annual salary of $120,990 (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics), your future income can be nearly twice as high as the U.S. average.
Pursue promising research work
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics expects employment of computer and information research scientists to grow 21 percent from 2021 to 2031, much faster than the average for all occupations.

CU Boulder career resources

As a CU Boulder student, through our career services, you’ll enjoy lifelong access to Handshake, an online employment platform where employers post jobs and hold virtual events. 

You’ll also get access to Quinncia. This online tool uses data science, machine learning, and natural language processing to provide personalized feedback about your resume, based on criteria gathered from employers and global best practices.

Once you graduate, you’ll become a member of the alumni association, Forever Buffs. Alumni can use Handshake as a networking tool to connect with other alumni.

Admissions Information

Contact the CU Boulder MS-AI team at msai-online@colorado.edu if you have any questions.

Important Dates

  • August 20, 2025: Fall 1 enrollment opens
  • August 25, 2025: Fall 1 classes start
  • October 3, 2025: Fall 1 enrollment closes

Webinar on April 24: Winning in the Age of AI: The Role of Online Degrees in Career Growth. Register here!

Webinar on May 29: Overview of CU Boulder's MS in Artificial Intelligence Program. Register here!