MS Artificial Intelligence at West Virginia University

Programme overview

The Lane Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering offers the Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence (M.S.A.I.), a fully online graduate program designed to prepare students for real-world, industry-ready roles in today’s rapidly evolving AI landscape. Tailored for professionals and recent graduates with foundational knowledge or practical experience in computer science or related fields, the program blends theoretical foundations with applied skills in machine learning, intelligent systems, and data-driven decision-making.

Faculty: Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources | Duration: 30 credit hours | Study mode: online | Location: Morgantown, WV, United States

What you will study

Programme/major requirements total 30 credit hours.

Career pathways

The flexible structure supports full-time professionals, career changers, recent graduates, and aspiring researchers alike, providing a rigorous yet accessible pathway into one of the most in-demand fields of the future. The objective of the program is to produce graduates who have the knowledge, skills, and mindset that will ensure success in professional positions in business, industry, research, or governmental service.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Submit a personal statement. Personal statements should be 750 to 1,000 words and double-spaced. This is an opportunity to tell the admissions committee more about your reasons to earn this degree and should not repeat the information on your resume. Submit two (2) professional and/or educational references. Submit official transcripts showing degree completion of a bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, cybersecurity, or a closely related field from an accredited University, with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 (on a 4-point scale) or better. Students with a degree in other fields of study from accredited institutions, but having at least one year experience in cybersecurity/AI/ML may be considered for provisional admission. One year experience should be highlighted through reference letter(s) and other documents. Provisional students will be required to complete three core courses with a ‘B’ or above. After successful completion of three core courses, the student will move to regular graduate status. Submit a resume that reflects your education and experience. Submit a resume that reflects your education and experience. International applicants must meet the WVU requirement of English language proficiency. Major Code: 3028

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate applications are made through the WVU online graduate application with a $75 application fee (waivers for WVU and WVU Medicine employees, active military and veterans, AmeriCorps and Peace Corps members); minimum cumulative GPA 2.75 on a 4.0 scale for regular admission, and some programmes require higher. International graduate applicants also pay the non-refundable $75 fee.

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