University of Georgia

How this program compares

University of Georgia's PhD in Artificial Intelligence lists about $30.1K total tuition — roughly 65% below the $87.2K AI doctoral average (14th percentile in our data). It runs on a full-time schedule (on-campus).

Admission Snapshot

Typical admitted student: A master's degree in computer science, mathematics, or a related field is typically required, along with a strong GPA, research experience, and programming proficiency in languages like Python. GRE scores are often optional but recommended for competitive applicants.

About This Program

This terminal, research-based doctoral program prepares students for advanced careers in academia or industry by fostering original research in cognition, computation, and intelligent systems. Coursework concentrates on Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning and AI Engineering / Applied AI. Most students complete it in about 4 years.

It is one of 26 AI-related programs we track in Georgia, of which about 69% offer an online option. On price, it comes in higher than about 81% of the Georgia programs in our data, where typical tuition runs near $36.8K.

Graduates frequently move into roles such as AI Research Scientist, with reported salaries around $145,000.

Design and implement advanced AI models for complex problem-solving.

Estimated total tuition is $30.1K, below the $87.2K average for AI doctoral programs in our database and in the 14th percentile on cost at this level. That makes it one of the more affordable options for students weighing return on investment.

Career Outcomes

University of Georgia positions this doctoral track for AI Research Scientist careers — typical offers cluster around $145,000. Its focus on Artificial Intelligence & 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 Research Scientist
• 2. Machine Learning Engineer
• 3. AI Professor/Academic Researcher
• 4. Principal AI Architect

What You'll Learn

• Design and implement advanced AI models for complex problem-solving
• Conduct original research in machine learning and AI theory
• Analyze and optimize AI systems for scalability and ethics
• Apply AI techniques to domains like vision, language, and robotics

Curriculum Highlights

The curriculum requires a minimum of 40 graduate course hours, including core seminars in ethics and data mining, plus a dissertation representing independent thinking and technical mastery.

Top Employers

Top employers include Google, Microsoft, OpenAI, Amazon, and research institutions like national labs and universities.

Admissions

Admission to University of Georgia's PhD in Artificial Intelligence generally expects a master's degree preferred. 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: 3
• Resume: Required
• Transcripts: Official transcripts required

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