National University

How this program compares

Budget-wise, $62.6K puts this bachelor's program at the 54th percentile on cost — roughly 30% below the $89.8K average across 186 comparable listings. It is one of the 54% of programs in our database offered fully or partly online.

Admission Snapshot

Typical admitted student: Applicants must have completed high school (or equivalent) with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and competitive SAT/ACT scores. Strong performance in mathematics and computer science courses is preferred but not always required.

About This Program

This program focuses on the core principles and techniques of AI, preparing students to analyze and deploy intelligent systems across diverse domains. Coursework concentrates on Machine Learning and Deep Learning. Most students complete it in about 4 years.

Design and deploy machine learning models to solve real-world business and technical problems.

Estimated total tuition is $62.6K, below the $89.8K average for AI bachelor's programs in our database and in the 54th percentile on cost at this level. That puts it in the mid-range on price among comparable programs.

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 higher than about 67% of the California programs in our data, where typical tuition runs near $63.3K.

Graduates frequently move into roles such as Data Scientist, with reported salaries around $75,000.

Career Outcomes

Graduates of National University's BS in Data Science - AI & ML Specialization most often target Data Scientist roles, where reported compensation runs around $75,000. Its focus on Machine Learning and Deep Learning maps directly to how employers screen for specialized skills rather than generic degrees. Federal projections for this occupational area point to roughly 36% growth this decade — verify the current figure on the BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook before you rely on it.

• 1. Machine Learning Engineer
• 2. Data Scientist
• 3. AI Systems Engineer
• 4. Business Intelligence Analyst

What You'll Learn

• Design and deploy machine learning models to solve real-world business and technical problems
• Extract meaningful insights from large, complex datasets using statistical techniques and AI-driven tools
• Build intelligent applications integrating AI, machine learning, and data analysis
• Apply ethical frameworks and responsible AI practices in the development and deployment of intelligent systems

Curriculum Highlights

Coursework emphasizes Python-based statistical analysis, machine learning algorithms, deep learning architectures, and the societal impact of AI systems.

Top Employers

Top employers in data science and AI include Google, Amazon, Microsoft, Meta, IBM, and JPMorgan Chase.

Admissions

Admission to National University's BS in Data Science - AI & ML Specialization generally expects a bachelor of science (bs). 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: Optional
• Letters of Recommendation: 0–2
• Resume: Optional
• Transcripts: Official transcripts required

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