West Virginia University

How this program compares

Budget-wise, $17.9K puts this master's program at the 18th percentile on cost — roughly 58% below the $42.9K average across 394 comparable listings. It is one of the 54% of programs in our database offered fully or partly online.

Admission Snapshot

Typical admitted student: A bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required; relevant programming experience and coursework in mathematics or statistics are often preferred.

About This Program

This fully online graduate program prepares students for real-world, industry-ready roles through a blend of theoretical foundations and applied skills. Coursework concentrates on Machine Learning and AI Ethics/Policy. Most students complete it in about 1.5 years.

At roughly $17.9K total, West Virginia University's MS in Artificial Intelligence sits below the $42.9K average among AI master's programs we track — the 18th percentile on price. That makes it one of the more affordable options for students weighing return on investment.

It is one of 6 AI-related programs we track in West Virginia, of which about 50% offer an online option. On price, it comes in cheaper than about 83% of the West Virginia programs in our data, where typical tuition runs near $45.4K.

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

Design and implement machine learning models for predictive analytics.

Career Outcomes

West Virginia University positions this master track for Machine Learning Engineer careers — typical offers cluster around $120,000. Its focus on Machine Learning and AI Ethics/Policy 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 Research Scientist
• 3. Data Scientist
• 4. AI Systems Architect

What You'll Learn

• Design and implement machine learning models for predictive analytics
• Develop deep neural networks for complex pattern recognition
• Apply natural language processing to analyze and generate human-like text
• Build computer vision systems for image and video processing

Curriculum Highlights

The flexible structure includes core courses in AI methodologies and electives in domains such as robotics, health informatics, and cybersecurity.

Top Employers

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

Admissions

Admission to West Virginia University's MS in Artificial Intelligence generally expects a bachelor's degree. 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: 2–3
• Resume: Required
• Transcripts: Official transcripts required

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