University of Florida

How this program compares

Budget-wise, $5.4K puts this certificate program at the 22nd percentile on cost — roughly 51% below the $11.0K average across 180 comparable listings. It runs on a part-time schedule (on-campus).

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; relevant programming experience or coursework in Python and statistics is preferred.

About This Program

This 9-credit university-wide certificate is designed for students across all majors to understand AI fundamentals and apply these technologies to real-world problems within their specific disciplines. Coursework concentrates on AI Ethics/Policy and Machine Learning. Most students complete it in about 1 year.

Implement machine learning algorithms for data analysis and prediction.

At roughly $5.4K total, University of Florida's Graduate AI Certificate sits below the $11.0K average among AI certificate programs we track — the 22nd percentile on price. That makes it one of the more affordable options for students weighing return on investment.

It is one of 50 AI-related programs we track in Florida, of which about 42% offer an online option. On price, it comes in cheaper than about 80% of the Florida programs in our data, where typical tuition runs near $25.9K.

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

Career Outcomes

University of Florida positions this certificate track for AI Engineer careers — typical offers cluster around $120,000. Its focus on AI Ethics/Policy and Machine 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/ML Engineer
• 2. Data Scientist
• 3. AI Ethics Consultant
• 4. Machine Learning Specialist

What You'll Learn

• Implement machine learning algorithms for data analysis and prediction.
• Design and train deep neural networks for computer vision and NLP tasks.
• Apply generative AI models to create content and solve real-world problems.
• Evaluate ethical implications and biases in AI systems.

Curriculum Highlights

The program requires three courses: one in AI fundamentals, one in AI ethics, and a college-specific elective focusing on AI applications in fields like business, engineering, or education.

Top Employers

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

Admissions

Admission to University of Florida's Graduate AI Certificate 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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