Earn a full-stack tech Master's in the U.S. at half the cost

Earn a full-stack tech Master's in the U.S. at half the cost

MS in Applied Artificial Intelligence

MS in Applied Artificial Intelligence

2 Semesters Online + 2 Semesters On-Campus

2 Semesters Online + 2 Semesters On-Campus

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Starts from

Starts from

6th May, 2026

6th May, 2026

6th Jan, 2026

Tuition Fees

Tuition Fees

$40,800

50% lesser than average On-Campus program

50% lesser than average On-Campus program

Duration

17 Months

Format

Online to On-Campus

Online to On-Campus

30 Credits
(12 Online + 18 On-Campus)

30 Credits
(12 Online + 18 On-Campus)

MS in Applied Artificial Intelligence

MS in Applied Artificial Intelligence

Gain Applied AI Expertise Recognized across Borders and Industries

Top 50

Top 50

Best College in USA

Best College in USA

#4

#4

Best Master's in AI

Best Master's in AI

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Program details

Program details

Duration

17 months

Tuition Fees

$40,800

Average Salary

$116,510

What students learn

Natural Language Processing and GenAI | Neural Networks and Deep Learning | Applied AI Ethics | Applied Computer Vision for AI

Where students work

Roles

Applied ML Specialist

AI Programmer

AI Engineer

ML Applied Researcher

Here’s why Nasim Obeid, an Automation Engineer at a Healthcare Company, chose USD’s MS in Applied Artificial Intelligence

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Designed by Leading Innovators and Educators

Designed by Leading Innovators and Educators

USD faculty brings deep tech expertise to the program, guided by elite advisory boards of Silicon Valley veterans, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders. The curriculum is refreshed annually to align with evolving industry demands.

Eric Colson

DS & ML Advisor, Activation Fund
AI Program Advisory Board Member

Former VP of Data Science & Engineering, Netflix

Damien Benveniste, PhD

Founder, TheAIEdge
AI Program Advisory Board Member

Formerly, Machine Learning Tech Lead at Meta

Chell Roberts, PhD

Dean, Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering

Designed an award-winning, real-world-focused engineering curriculum.

Imane Khalil, PhD

Associate Dean of Graduate Programs and Professor, Mechanical Engineering

Led structural analysis for NASA’s Mars rover Curiosity.

Vitor Carvalho, PhD

Principal Applied Science Manager at Microsoft
AI Program Advisory Board Member

Formerly, developed AI & ML products at Intuit, Snapchat, Qualcomm

Albert Wang

Sr. Investment Director, Qualcomm Ventures
AI Program Advisory Board Member

Launched the $100M Qualcomm AI Fund

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Unique Advantages of Choosing This Degree

Unique Advantages of Choosing This Degree

Unique Advantages of Choosing This Degree

Save up to 50% in living & tuition costs i.e. a minimum saving of 35 lakhs (vis-a-vis a full on-campus experience)

Prior technical knowledge is optional, yet beneficial.

Guided by leaders driving industrial change

Priority Application Decision

Application Fee Waiver

Generous scholarships of up to 100% available for tuition

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USD’s Career Development Center

USD’s Career Development Center

Our dedicated career development ecosystem connects students with global employers, mentorship networks, and industry experiences that accelerate real-world success. We support students in developing and achieving career goals that lead to meaningful lives.

Handshake

Find your dream job or internship with Handshake tool — your gateway to top employers, USD career counselors, and on-campus opportunities.

Career exploration trips

Explore careers firsthand through Torero Treks — visits to leading companies across the US, offering insider access to industries, alumni, and real workplace environments.

Alumni Network

Join a powerful community of 50,000+ USD alumni — with 60% in Silicon Valley - offering lifelong connections, mentorship, and exclusive job opportunities.

Career Readiness Program

The Career Readiness Program delivers personalized guidance, résumé & interview prep, job-search tools, and dedicated career support throughout your journey.

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Stay Ahead with a Program That Evolves with AI

Stay Ahead with a Program That Evolves with AI

"Job opportunities in AI are rising rapidly in various industries. In the AAI program, our graduate students develop and practice technical and soft skills that are critical for building and deploying AI solutions ethically and socially."

Ebrahim Tarshizi, PhD, MBA

Program Director, MS in Applied Artificial Intelligence

Program Director, MS in Applied Artificial Intelligence

Program Director, MS in Applied Artificial Intelligence

Early applications are encouraged. Seats are limited.

Early applications are encouraged. Seats are limited.

Early registrations are encouraged.
Seats fill up quickly.

To ensure rich faculty interaction and peer learning, USD keeps every cohort small and high-caliber.
Apply early to secure your place before the batch fills.

To ensure rich faculty interaction and peer learning, USD keeps every cohort small and high-caliber.
Apply early to secure your place before the batch fills.

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America’s Finest City

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  • #46 best city in the word- World Best Rankings

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Booming Tech Hub

Booming Tech Hub

  • Home to Qualcomm, Cubic, Illumina and General Atomics

  • Reported to have 2,000 tech companies and 76,000 jobs by 2025

Thriving Startup Community

Thriving Startup Community

  • 70+ startup incubators and accelerators

  • Home to 378+ AI companies, indicating AI-readiness

A Few FAQs to Your Rescue

A Few FAQs to Your Rescue

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Best Colleges in the US

(Wall Street Journal Annual Ranking 2024)
Ranked in the top 50
Best Colleges in the US

(Wall Street Journal Annual Ranking 2024)

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