California State University, Sacramento

How this program compares

Budget-wise, $8.1K puts this certificate program at the 46th percentile on cost — roughly 27% below the $11.0K average across 180 comparable listings. It runs on a full-time, part-time schedule (on-campus).

Admission Snapshot

Typical admitted student: A bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required; relevant technical background or programming experience is often preferred.

About This Program

This post-graduate certificate focuses on the theoretical foundations and engineering applications of intelligent systems in robotics and autonomous platforms. Coursework concentrates on Machine Learning and Tech. Most students complete it in about 1 year.

It is one of 65 AI-related programs we track in California, of which about 37% offer an online option. On price, it comes in cheaper than about 86% of the California programs in our data, where typical tuition runs near $63.3K.

Graduates frequently move into roles such as AI Engineer, with reported salaries around $120,000.

Design and implement machine learning models for intelligent decision-making.

Budget planners should note $8.1K estimated total tuition (46th percentile among AI certificate programs, below the $11.0K average). That puts it in the mid-range on price among comparable programs.

Career Outcomes

The Graduate Certificate in Intelligent Systems at California State University, Sacramento (Sacramento, California) is oriented toward AI Engineer hiring, with alumni reporting pay near $120,000. Its focus on Machine Learning and Tech maps directly to how employers screen for specialized skills rather than generic degrees. Federal projections for this occupational area point to roughly 23% growth this decade — verify the current figure on the BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook before you rely on it.

• 1. AI Systems Engineer
• 2. Machine Learning Specialist
• 3. Robotics Software Developer
• 4. Intelligent Systems Analyst

What You'll Learn

• Design and implement machine learning models for intelligent decision-making.
• Develop neural networks for pattern recognition and prediction tasks.
• Integrate AI algorithms into autonomous systems and robotics.
• Apply ethical principles to intelligent system deployment and evaluation.

Curriculum Highlights

The multi-course sequence covers intelligent agents, data mining, and neural network prototyping, concluding with a systems-level design project and oral defense.

Top Employers

Top employers include tech companies like Google, Microsoft, NVIDIA, and defense contractors such as Lockheed Martin.

Admissions

Admission to California State University, Sacramento's Graduate Certificate in Intelligent Systems generally expects a bachelor's degree. The GRE is not required here — a growing norm among AI programs — so applicants can often lead with coursework, projects and recommendations instead. Deadlines, testing policies and funding change year to year, so confirm the current requirements on the official program page before applying.

Application Materials

• Statement of Purpose: Required
• Letters of Recommendation: 2–3
• Resume: Required
• Transcripts: Official transcripts required

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