University of Nebraska at Omaha

How this program compares

Budget-wise, $31.7K puts this bachelor's program at the 16th percentile on cost — roughly 65% 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 or ACT scores optional but recommended for competitive admission.

About This Program

This concentration focuses on the technologies and methods used to program autonomous behavior in software agents, robots, and game avatars. Coursework concentrates on Machine Learning and Computer Vision. Most students complete it in about 4 years.

Estimated total tuition is $31.7K, below the $89.8K average for AI bachelor's programs in our database and in the 16th percentile on cost at this level. That makes it one of the more affordable options for students weighing return on investment.

It is one of 8 AI-related programs we track in Nebraska, of which about 63% offer an online option. On price, it comes in higher than about 75% of the Nebraska programs in our data, where typical tuition runs near $18.9K.

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

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

Career Outcomes

The BS in Computer Science - Artificial Intelligence Concentration at University of Nebraska at Omaha (Omaha, Nebraska) is oriented toward AI Engineer hiring, with alumni reporting pay near $120,000. Its focus on Machine Learning and Computer Vision 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 Specialist

What You'll Learn

• Design and implement machine learning models for data-driven decision making
• Develop neural networks for pattern recognition and prediction tasks
• Apply AI techniques to solve real-world problems in computer vision and NLP
• Evaluate ethical implications and biases in artificial intelligence systems

Curriculum Highlights

The curriculum includes core computer science courses plus specialized training in machine learning, generative AI, robotics, and human-computer interaction.

Top Employers

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

Admissions

Admission to University of Nebraska at Omaha'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: Optional
• Resume: Optional
• Transcripts: Official transcripts required

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