New Jersey Institute of Technology

How this program compares

At an estimated $36.3K in total tuition, the Online MS in Artificial Intelligence sits roughly 15% below the $42.9K average for AI master's programs in our database — placing it in the 55th percentile on cost among the 394 we track at this level. It is one of the 54% of programs in our database offered fully or partly online.

Admission Snapshot

Typical admitted student: Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0, preferably in computer science or a related field, and complete prerequisites including Calculus I/II, programming, data structures, linear algebra, and probability/statistics. Good programming skills are expected.

About This Program

A flexible online graduate degree that blends mathematical theory with hands-on practice to prepare students for careers as AI engineers and specialists. Coursework concentrates on Machine Learning and Deep Learning. Most students complete it in about 2 years.

Design and implement machine learning models for predictive analytics.

Estimated total tuition is $36.3K, below the $42.9K average for AI master's programs in our database and in the 55th percentile on cost at this level. That puts it in the mid-range on price among comparable programs.

It is one of 21 AI-related programs we track in New Jersey, of which about 62% offer an online option. On price, it comes in cheaper than about 55% of the New Jersey programs in our data, where typical tuition runs near $44.1K.

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

Career Outcomes

The Online MS in Artificial Intelligence at New Jersey Institute of Technology (Newark, New Jersey) is oriented toward AI Engineer hiring, with alumni reporting pay near $120,000. 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 23% growth this decade — verify the current figure on the BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook before you rely on it.

• 1. AI Engineer
• 2. Machine Learning Engineer
• 3. Data Scientist
• 4. AI Research Scientist

What You'll Learn

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

Curriculum Highlights

The 30-credit program includes ten courses covering machine learning, natural language processing, and ethics, with options for a master's project or research thesis.

Top Employers

Top employers include Google, Microsoft, Amazon, IBM, and tech firms developing AI solutions.

Admissions

Admission to New Jersey Institute of Technology's Online 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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