Oregon State University

How this program compares

Budget-wise, $80.8K puts this bachelor's program at the 64th percentile on cost — roughly 10% 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: High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred; SAT/ACT scores are optional but recommended for competitive applicants. Prerequisites may include high school math (pre-calculus or higher) and programming experience.

About This Program

This undergraduate program emphasizes the application of artificial intelligence and machine learning within the broader framework of computer science. Most students complete it in about 4 years.

Design and implement machine learning models for data-driven decision making.

Budget planners should note $80.8K estimated total tuition (64th percentile among AI bachelor's programs, below the $89.8K average). That puts it in the mid-range on price among comparable programs.

It is one of 5 AI-related programs we track in Oregon, of which about 40% offer an online option. On price, it comes in higher than about 80% of the Oregon programs in our data, where typical tuition runs near $48.2K.

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

Career Outcomes

Graduates of Oregon State University's BA/BS in Applied Computer Science - Artificial Intelligence most often target Machine Learning Engineer roles, where reported compensation runs around $120,000. Its focus on Machine Learning and AI Engineering / Applied AI 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 Software Engineer
• 2. Machine Learning Engineer
• 3. Data Scientist
• 4. Computer Vision Specialist

What You'll Learn

• Design and implement machine learning models for data-driven decision making.
• Develop AI algorithms for pattern recognition and predictive analytics.
• Apply deep learning techniques to process images, text, and speech.
• Build intelligent systems using reinforcement learning and optimization methods.

Curriculum Highlights

Coursework includes algorithms, operating systems, software engineering, and specialized projects in artificial intelligence and machine learning.

Top Employers

Top employers include tech companies like Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and NVIDIA.

Admissions

Admission to Oregon State University's BA/BS in Applied Computer Science - Artificial Intelligence generally expects a high school diploma. 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: Optional
• Transcripts: Official transcripts required

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