College of Arts and Sciences
Department of Computer Science
www.kent.edu/cs

About This Program

The Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence program provides rigorous training in the theory and application of AI, equipping you with the skills to develop intelligent systems that can solve complex problems in a variety of fields. With access to state-of-the-art technology and experienced faculty, you'll gain the knowledge and practical experience needed to make an impact in this rapidly growing field. Read more...

Contact Information

• Program Coordinator: Arvind Bansal | gradinfo@cs.kent.edu | 330-672-9047
• Connect with an Admissions Counselor: U.S. Student | International Student

Program Delivery

• Delivery:
  • In person
• Location:
  • Kent Campus

Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries*

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For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.

Admission Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in artificial intelligence, computer science, computer engineering or related area from an accredited college or university (A degree in artificial intelligence, computer science, computer engineering or related area is no longer required starting with spring 2024 admission)
• Minimum 3.000 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale
• Core components of an undergraduate computer science curriculum (no longer required starting with spring 2024 admission)¹
• Course Proficiency: Successful course completion of high-level algebra, geometry and calculus (equivalent to MATH 12002, MATH 12003, MATH 21001) is required starting with spring 2024 admission²
• Official transcript(s)
• GRE scores
• Résumé
• Goal statement
• Three letters of recommendation (Two letters of recommendation are required starting with spring 2024 admission)
• English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions) by earning one of the following:
  • Minimum 525 TOEFL PBT score (paper-based version)
  • Minimum 71 TOEFL IBT score (Internet-based version)
  • Minimum 74 MELAB score
  • Minimum 6.0 IELTS score
  • Minimum 50 PTE score
  • Minimum 100 Duolingo English Test score

Highly qualified students lacking preparation in some standard areas may be considered for admission on a case-by-case basis.

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Prospective students must successfully have completed undergraduate coursework in algorithms, databases, data structures, programming skills and probability and statistics. In addition, course(s) in operating systems is recommended. Highly qualified students lacking preparation in certain standards areas may be admitted.

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Recommended but not required: Successful course completion in computer programming, discrete structures, data structures and abstraction, operating systems, database and computer algorithms (equivalent to CS 13011, CS 13012, CS 23001, CS 23022, CS 33007, CS 33211, CS 46101).

Application Deadlines

• Fall Semester
  • Application deadline: June 15
• Spring Semester
  • ​Application deadline: November 1
• Summer Term
  • Application deadline: April 1

Applications submitted after this deadline will be considered on a space-available basis.

Program Requirements

Major Requirements

Progression Requirements

Students should complete a minimum of two required courses and either CS 53302, CS 64301 or CS 67302 before taking elective courses.

Students must maintain a minimum 3.000 GPA. Students earning less than a 3.000 GPA or earning a C grade or lower in two courses will be placed on academic probation.

Graduation Requirements

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

1. Combine intelligent analytics and automation, human-computer interaction and robotics techniques to optimize and automate transportation, industrial processes and/or healthcare processes.
2. Apply machine learning techniques on big data to predict, classify, data mine and explore patterns.
3. Apply intelligent visualization and Internet-based techniques for smart homes and communities.
4. Perform research, discovery and integration by applying knowledge of artificial intelligence theory and techniques.

Full Description

The Master of Science degree in Artificial Intelligence prepares students with a focused educational and research environment to develop career paths through necessary learning and training with emerging artificial intelligence technologies and applications to intelligent analytics, smart homes and communities and robotics and automation. Graduates have technical knowledge and research and development skills necessary for applying artificial intelligence to industry, community and military. These areas include sectors requiring intelligent pattern-analysis of big data such as retail, healthcare, biology, psychology and intelligent human-machine interactions and interfaces.