University of Massachusetts Dartmouth

How this program compares

Budget-wise, $44.4K puts this bachelor's program at the 35th percentile on cost — roughly 51% below the $89.8K average across 186 comparable listings. It runs on a full-time schedule (on-campus).

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. Related high school coursework in math (calculus) and programming strengthens applications.

About This Program

This undergraduate program prepares students to design and develop intelligent software systems. It focuses on the application of computer science to fields requiring advanced computational intelligence. Coursework concentrates on Machine Learning and AI Engineering / Applied AI. Most students complete it in about 4 years.

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

Design and implement machine learning models for predictive analytics.

Estimated total tuition is $44.4K, below the $89.8K average for AI bachelor's programs in our database and in the 35th percentile on cost at this level. That puts it in the mid-range on price among comparable programs.

It is one of 27 AI-related programs we track in Massachusetts, of which about 56% offer an online option. On price, it comes in cheaper than about 65% of the Massachusetts programs in our data, where typical tuition runs near $58.9K.

Career Outcomes

University of Massachusetts Dartmouth positions this bachelor track for AI Engineer careers — typical offers cluster 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. Machine Learning Engineer
• 2. AI Software Developer
• 3. Data Scientist
• 4. Computer Vision Engineer

What You'll Learn

• Design and implement machine learning models for predictive analytics
• Develop neural networks for pattern recognition and decision-making
• Apply AI techniques to process natural language and visual data
• Evaluate ethical implications and biases in AI systems

Curriculum Highlights

The curriculum includes a computer science core plus specialized electives in machine learning, mobile robotics, computer vision, and data mining. Students must complete specific technical electives to fulfill the concentration.

Top Employers

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

Admissions

Admission to University of Massachusetts Dartmouth's BS in Computer Science - Artificial Intelligence Concentration 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: Optional
• Letters of Recommendation: 1–2 recommended
• Resume: Optional
• Transcripts: Official transcripts required

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