University of Michigan Dearborn

Michigan

United States

Overview

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The Master of Science (MS) in Artificial Intelligence program at the University of Michigan-Dearborn, offered by the College of Engineering and Computer Science (CECS), is designed to prepare students for careers in AI research and development, leadership roles in industry, and to advance existing AI technologies. This program emphasizes practice-based learning, offering opportunities for advanced directed studies, hands-on experiences, internships, research, and study abroad programs. Students can complete the 30-credit program in 18 to 24 months, with flexible delivery options including on-campus, online, or a combination of both.

Duration

21 Months

Intake

Fall ( Sept - Nov )

Intake

Spring ( Apr - June )

Class Profile

Career Outcomes

Graduates of the MS in Artificial Intelligence program are prepared for roles such as AI Engineer, Machine Learning Engineer, Data Scientist, NLP Engineer, and MLOps Engineer. The program aims to enhance marketability and increase job opportunities and earning potential through its practice-based learning approach.

Prospective Job Roles

Data Scientist

Machine Learning Engineer

Robotics Engineer

Computer Vision Engineer

AI Engineer

AI Researcher

NLP Engineer

MLOps Engineer

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Eligibility Criteria

Accepted fields include STEM.

At least 4 years of bachelor degree.

At least 3.0 / 4.0 undergraduate GPA is expected.

English Proficiency Tests

DUOLINGO
105
Other
TOEFL
79
IELTS
6.5
Duolingo
105
MET
57

Application Requirements

Here's everything you need to know to ensure a complete and competitive application—covering the key documents and criteria for a successful submission.

Application Fee: 60

Transcript
Resume
English Proficiency Test

Master SOP
Resume
Degree Certificate
General LOR
Degree Certificate

Application Deadlines

	Rolling Admission	Recommended - third-party/no evaluation	Recommended - internal evaluation	Advisory	OIA (I-20/DS-2019)
Spring	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Fall	N/A	Jun 30, 2026	Jun 1, 2026	N/A	Jul 15, 2026
Winter	N/A	Oct 31, 2026	Oct 1, 2026	Sep 1, 2026	Nov 15, 2026
Summer	N/A	Feb 28, 2026	Feb 1, 2026	Jan 1, 2026	Mar 15, 2026

Fees and Funding

Specific tuition rates for the 2026-2027 academic year are not yet published. Limited application fee waivers are available. Cost of living estimated for Dearborn, Michigan. Health insurance estimated for international students.