Concordia University, St. Paul

How this program compares

Concordia University, St. Paul's MS in Artificial Intelligence lists about $15.8K total tuition — roughly 63% below the $42.9K AI master's average (13th percentile in our data). It is one of the 54% of programs in our database offered fully or partly online.

Admission Snapshot

Typical admitted student: A bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, or a related field with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required, along with programming experience and quantitative coursework. GRE is optional for most programs.

About This Program

This transformative online program equips professionals with the technical skills and ethical foundations needed to lead in the field of artificial intelligence. Coursework concentrates on AI Ethics/Policy and MLOps/AI Engineering. Most students complete it in about 1.5 years.

It is one of 12 AI-related programs we track in Minnesota, of which about 67% offer an online option. On price, it comes in cheaper than about 92% of the Minnesota programs in our data, where typical tuition runs near $32.8K.

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

Design and implement machine learning models for predictive analytics.

Estimated total tuition is $15.8K, below the $42.9K average for AI master's programs in our database and in the 13th percentile on cost at this level. That makes it one of the more affordable options for students weighing return on investment.

Career Outcomes

Concordia University, St. Paul positions this master track for AI Engineer careers — typical offers cluster around $120,000. Its focus on AI Ethics/Policy and MLOps/AI Engineering 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. Machine Learning Engineer
• 2. AI Research Scientist
• 3. Data Scientist
• 4. AI Software Developer

What You'll Learn

• Design and implement machine learning models for predictive analytics.
• Develop deep learning systems for image and speech recognition.
• Apply natural language processing techniques to real-world data.
• Evaluate ethical implications and biases in AI systems.

Curriculum Highlights

The 10-course curriculum covers database systems, computer vision, neural networks, and AI leadership, emphasizing scenario-based learning and real-world projects.

Top Employers

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

Admissions

Admission to Concordia University, St. Paul's MS in Artificial Intelligence generally expects a bachelor's degree. The GRE is optional 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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