What excites you about AI?
Northwestern Engineering’s Mohammed Alam shares his excitement for MSAI students on the courses they take that build their theoretical and practical skills in AI.
Learn to lead in the design and development of world-changing AI
The growth of artificial intelligence and its use in the development of systems that can reason and respond to increasingly complex situations has exploded. This advancement results in an increased demand for individuals who can create complex systems that can partner with, rather than replace or even augment, human users.
Northwestern’s Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence (MSAI) program aims to serve this demand by producing graduates who have exceptional technical skills to create new AI systems and who also understand the nature of the human environments in which the systems they build will be deployed.
Northwestern Engineering’s Mohammed Alam shares his excitement for MSAI students on the courses they take that build their theoretical and practical skills in AI.
Program Director Kris Hammond discusses the importance of AI and how partnering with machines that gather data can give us access to the wealth of information the machines collect.
Alumna Neelanshi Varia discusses how the MSAI program's curriculum and format of pure AI provides a full experience of knowledge exchange to prepare her for a robust career in AI.
The basics at-a-glance
Degree earned: Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence
 LocationNorthwestern University’s Evanston campus Easy access to Chicago’s STEM industries |  TimingMSAI (traditional track) 15-months, full-time MSAI+X track 12 months, full-time Classes held weekdays and begin in September (MSAI traditional) or June (MSAI+X) |  Class sizeCohort of ~45 students |  AdmissionsPriority deadline: Final deadline: First consideration given to applications received by priority deadline Application opens September 1 |
“ The MS in Artificial Intelligence program at Northwestern is outstanding as this program is aimed to support many types of career trajectories in the artificial intelligence world: AI architect, machine learning engineer, or even data analysts.”
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“ Coming to a company like Deloitte, or a company like McDonald's, you recognize the tech stack right away… MSAI set the groundwork for me”
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“ MSAI has done an amazing job of teaching me how to best use the most powerful tools in Computer Science today.”
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“ I have always been passionate about climate science and environmental sustainability. I was introduced to machine learning and national language processing and realized that I needed more formal skills. Northwestern had the best program to offer; 16 subjects in just 15 months, pure AI.”
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“ My cohort comes from a lot of different backgrounds. That brings a really interesting dynamic to the classroom. You have different perspectives on the projects that you're working on, and you're able to not only learn from the classes but also learn from your classmates.”
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“ The MSAI curriculum has been very good about covering both the modeling and the platform side of DS/ML/AI, much like the way my internship has been framed … I’ve been fortunate that almost all topics had been previously introduced to me in some capacity through a MSAI lecture or talk.”
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“ If you're seeking a perfect blend of theory and practice, MSAI is one of the best programs out there. It offers a comprehensive learning experience that effectively combines these two aspects.”
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“ Everyone has different starting points, and MSAI is built so the focus is on building from that starting point toward where you want to be. Now I'm using those skills daily and building models to impact the products at TikTok.”
Read moreUnique program features
Northwestern’s MSAI program goes beyond the technologies of AI to look at the problems in the world that AI seeks to solve, creating powerful AI systems integrated into workflows, business, and human interactions. Our goal is to educate and train students in all aspects of how the emerging technologies of machine intelligence can be designed and deployed, and our graduates leave ready to identify opportunities and lead teams in the design and development of sophisticated AI technologies and products.
Master the depth and breadth of complex AI technologies and workflows.
Learn to recognize the psychological and design implications of human interactions with intelligent systems.
Understand how business needs affect the way intelligent systems are considered and deployed.
Learn how to look beyond technology to first find the global problems AI seeks to solve.
Graduate prepared to conceive, design, and integrate systems that have a transformational impact on the world.
Broaden your outlook through exposure to an array of perspectives and knowledge from renowned Northwestern faculty and leading AI and business executives.
Engage with faculty conducting world-class research in a variety of cutting-edge AI systems.
Collaborate directly with industry through a capstone project and optional three-month summer internship.
Explore MSAI corporate partnerships to expand your nation-wide network of companies across all sectors.
Work with up-and-coming leaders who can dive into business needs and recommend AI solutions
You provide the platform for our students to hone their skills on modern-day challenges, and you will benefit from fresh, creative minds working under the watchful eye of our leading faculty to set your business up with the latest AI techniques and their applications.
New students to Northwestern Engineering's MSAI program participated in a variety of improvisational games and activities led by Second City Works.
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