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Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence
Northeastern University’s Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence (MSAI) in Seattle provides a comprehensive framework of theory and practice in the rapidly changing field of AI. The program delivers the foundational knowledge needed to explore key contextual areas and complex technical applications of AI systems.
The Seattle-based MS Artificial Intelligence curriculum incorporates elements of data science, machine learning, and human-computer interaction—enabling you to pursue a holistic and interdisciplinary course of study while preparing for a position in AI research, operations, software, or hardware development, or a doctoral degree in a sector poised for explosive growth.
Unique advantages of the Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence in Seattle:
- Learn in an interdisciplinary curriculum that incorporates data science, machine learning, and human-computer interaction elements.
- Choose two electives from one of five specializations: vision, intelligent interaction, robotics and agent-based systems, machine learning, or knowledge management and reasoning.
- Gain an understanding of ethical concerns in developing responsible AI technologies.
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Entry terms
- Fall and spring
Credits required
- 32 credit hours
Commitment
- 24 months
Studying in Seattle
- Expand your network in one of the top-five cities for STEM professionals (WalletHub, 2025).
- Advance your career in the #1 city for tech worker momentum (Burning Glass Institute, 2023).
- Access classrooms, collaborative spaces, conference rooms, and study areas across three state-of-the-art buildings
- Get support from college and career advisors, wellness and student affairs staff, and world-class faculty members.
- Attend industry chats, job fairs, and other networking events right on campus.
About Northeastern
Founded in 1898, Northeastern is a global research university and the recognized leader in experiential lifelong learning. Our approach of integrating real-world experience with education, research, and innovation empowers our students, faculty, alumni, and partners to create worldwide impact.
Our global university system provides our community and academic, government, and industry partners with unique opportunities to think locally and act globally. The system—which includes 13 campuses across the U.S., U.K., and Canada, 320,000-plus alumni, and more than 3,800 partners worldwide—serves as a platform for scaling ideas, talent, and solutions.
Northeastern’s personalized, experiential undergraduate and graduate programs lead to degrees through the doctorate in 10 colleges and schools across our campuses. Learning emphasizes the intersection of data, technology, and human literacies, uniquely preparing graduates for careers of the future and lives of fulfillment and accomplishment.
Our research enterprise, with an R1 Carnegie classification, is solutions oriented and spans the world. Our faculty scholars and students work in teams that cross not just disciplines, but also sectors—aligned around solving today’s highly interconnected global challenges and focused on transformative impact for humankind.