MS Artificial Intelligence at University of Idaho

Programme overview

Be a leader in the artificial intelligence career paths reshaping industry, research and everyday life. University of Idaho’s Master of Science in artificial intelligence prepares you to develop intelligent systems, conduct advanced research and solve complex challenges.

What you will study

Required courses listed in the catalogue include CS 5771 Python for Machine Learning; CS 5715 Deep Learning; CS 5701 Artificial Intelligence; CS 5741 Natural Language Processing (Natural Language Processing); CS 5621 Data Science; CS 5702 AI Governance, Ethics, and Professional Responsibility.

Career pathways

This program prepares you for careers in artificial intelligence across industries and fields while strengthening your ability to think critically, innovate and lead. Related occupations listed for this programme include Computer and Information Scientists; Software Developers; Computer Systems Engineers/Architects; Data Scientists.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Education level: Bachelor's degree in a related or similar field Transcripts for all post-secondary education will be required. Unofficial transcripts may be used for initial admission review.; GPA: 3.0 (Applicants with a lower undergraduate GPA who have relevant professional experience in the field, have already earned a graduate degree, or have completed graduate-level credits may still be considered for admission with approval from the academic program.); Letters of recommendation: Three academic or professional references; Statement of Purpose; Valid picture ID (required to verify students’ identity and will be kept confidential); English proficiency (for applicants whose education was completed in countries where English is not an official language). Accepted tests: TOEFL: 4.5, IELTS: 6.5, Duolingo: 115, PTE-A: 58. Learn what qualifies as proof of English proficiency. Applicants must also meet University of Idaho College of Graduate Studies admission requirements.

Entry terms: fall (August start), spring (January start) and summer (mid-May start). Fall 2027 applications are open and the university admits on a rolling basis.

Graduate priority dates for full consideration for admission and funding: fall Jan. 15, spring Sept. 1, summer Jan. 15. Domestic deadlines: fall July 30, spring Dec. 1. International deadlines: fall Apr. 15, spring Oct. 1. Programme-specific deadlines take precedence. The online application fee is $50 (non-refundable); GRE only where a programme requires it.

Law (JD): apply through the LSAC portal; the Fall 2027 application opens Sept. 1, 2026 and the final deadline is June 30, 2027. The application fee is $50 (waived through Jan. 15, 2027).

Apply through the official page: https://www.uidaho.edu/graduate-studies/admissions

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