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Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence

Join the next generation of AI leaders at WPI

Go Beyond GPTs. Build the Next AI Innovation.

Become the AI expert companies everywhere are looking for. The AI master’s program at Worcester Polytechnic Institute will help you grow your knowledge and technical expertise in developing, deploying, and innovating AI techniques and systems with a responsible approach.

Not ready for a master's degree?  WPI also offers graduate certificate options for professionals looking to advance their AI knowledge and career growth.

Program Highlights

  • Build in-demand skills sought by employers in machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, generative AI, robotics planning, computer vision, responsible AI, and much more. 
  • Get hands-on practice with emerging AI uses in your team-based capstone project, working with industrial mentors. 
  • Stay competitive in a rapidly changing landscape—thanks to WPI’s decades-long history of AI leadership, innovation, and hands-on training.
  • Collaborate across disciplines and hone your artificial intelligence skills in interesting courses from every corner of campus.
  • Learn from world-class faculty who are industry and academic leaders pioneering research in areas critical to our economy and society. 
  • Customize your AI master’s degree with one of 13 specializations, such as AI & Security, AI & Health, and AI & Software Systems. See the full list below.

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13 AI Specializations

Business

Transform operations with ML analytics & optimization

Engineered Systems

Build intelligent sensors & signal processing

Foundations

Master mathematical core of AI algorithms

Game Development

Create adaptive NPCs & procedural content

Global Development

Apply AI to climate & social impact

Health

Advance diagnostics & drug discovery

Human Experience

Design intuitive human-centered systems

Learning Sciences

Personalize education with adaptive tech

Material Sciences

Accelerate smart materials discovery

Neuroscience

Bridge brain science & neural interfaces

Robotics

Build autonomous drones to surgical robots

Security

Detect threats with defensive AI

Software Systems

Scale AI for cloud & edge computing

Background Requirements: WPI's Master's Program

  • Four-year U.S. bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with a quantitative and computational background including coursework in programming, linear algebra, and statistics.
  • Ideal backgrounds include Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Electrical Engineering, Robotics Engineering, Information Technology, Business Analytics, Quantitative Sciences, or related fields.
  • Students from other backgrounds are welcome if they can demonstrate readiness through GRE exams, professional certifications, or relevant technical work experience. GRE is not required for admission.

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