Bachelor's Degree in Artificial Intelligence

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Build Powerful Solutions in Any Field, from Healthcare to Sustainability, with Our Degree in Artificial Intelligence (AI)

At a Glance

Bachelor's + Master's Program

BS/MS available: Earn both degrees in five years.

STEM-Designated Degree

Qualifies international students for extended U.S. work authorization through Optional Practical Training (OPT)

Career Outlook

AI and Machine Learning Specialist is the No. 3 fastest-growing job of 2025–30 (World Economic Forum).

Career & Salary Outlook

Application Deadlines

Early Decision/Early Action I: Nov. 1 

Early Decision/Early Action II: Jan. 5 

Regular Decision: Feb. 1 

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Customize Your Path

Your WPI degree is yours to shape. Specialize with a concentration to go deeper into the area driving your curiosity. Complement your major with a minor, or fill the rest with electives that interest you. And if you're not ready to be done, the accelerated BS/MS program earns you both your bachelor's and master's in just five years.

Concentrations

Advanced AI Methods and Technologies*
Built and Natural Environment 
Business Applications 
Electrical and Computer Engineering 
Experience Design 
Life Sciences and Biotechnology 
Life Sciences and Molecular Biochemistry 
Optimization and Decision Theory 
Robotics 
Social Science and Policy 
Sustainable Chemical Production 

 

*You’ll start in the Advanced AI Methods and Technologies concentration by default, with the flexibility to switch to any of our other specialized pathways.

Undecided? No problem. Apply now and explore before committing to a specific path. 

Why WPI

What Makes WPI’s Artificial Intelligence Degree Distinct

Through WPI’s project-based artificial intelligence degree, you become the in-demand AI expert who will lead the “Fourth Industrial Revolution.”  


Through WPI’s immersive seven-week terms and hands-on project work, you will pursue pathways to: 

LEARN

machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, and human-AI interaction 

Apply

AI theory to solve important problems for businesses, organizations, and communities out in the world 

Develop

ethical AI practices that are grounded in understanding how this technology affects society

Build

a professional portfolio of completed projects at one of our 50+ project centers worldwide

CUSTOMIZE

your expertise by choosing a mix of electives or a concentration to match your interests

Collaborate

with teams across disciplines to develop solutions for today’s complex challenges

Resources & Tech You’ll Tap Into

Autonomous vehicle

AI-Focused Labs

Specialized labs for robotics, self-driving vehicles, computer vision, and human-computer interaction research 
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Technology

Advanced GPU computing clusters and cloud-computing resources for training deep-learning models and large-scale machine learning experiments
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Team Workspaces

Collaborative workspaces designed for building physical AI systems with 3D printers, laser cutters, and electronics labs

Research and Partnership Opportunities  

Work alongside faculty who are making discoveries at the intersection of AI and important fields, such as:

  • Autonomous vehicles
  • Education
  • Healthcare
  • Materials science
  • Robotics 

Can’t get enough research? Follow a direct pathway to advanced graduate research through our BS/MS program.  

Potential to collaborate with industry partners, including GameStop, Google, IBM, Mass General Brigham, MathWorks, MassMutual, Microsoft, MIT Lincoln Lab, MITRE, UMass Chan Medical School, and more.  

Project-Based Learning Experiences

Apply artificial intelligence theory and practice starting on your first day. Build a professional portfolio with real work that matters.

At WPI, learn in an immersive environment where classroom concepts transform into hands-on projects, thanks to our intensive, seven-week terms. Complete increasingly advanced projects for industry partners and community organizations, both local and global. Present your solutions directly to organizations that will implement what you create.  

Below, explore real projects completed by WPI students.

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Global

📍Melbourne, Australia

Students built custom sensor networks and automated databases to track temperature and biodiversity data, helping communities combat extreme heat and monitor wildlife populations.

Global

Teams implemented secure tracking algorithms for vaccine supply chains during the pandemic.

Local

Students built autonomous drones delivering medical supplies to disaster relief areas.

Local

📍Westborough, Mass.

Teams developed predictive models analyzing student behavior to flag mental health risks.

Industry

Students deployed chatbots using natural language processing to tutor students through math problems.

Industry

Teams created algorithmic trading systems analyzing market patterns for Bank of America.

Skills

Skills You’ll Gain

With an artificial intelligence degree from WPI, you’ll develop the in-demand technical and professional skills that set you apart.

Machine Learning Mastery

 

Develop, train, and deploy AI learning models for diverse applications. Code with PyTorch, TensorFlow, and scikit-learn—the same tools used at Google and OpenAI. 

Deep Learning Systems

 

Build neural networks for computer vision (self-driving cars), natural language processing (chatbots), and autonomous systems (robots that make decisions). 

AI Ethics and Responsibility

 

Design AI that’s fair and transparent, with responsible deployment built on deep understanding of bias, privacy, accuracy, and societal impact. 

Data Science Fundamentals

 

Master data modeling, statistical analysis, and computational methods essential for AI model development.

Human-AI Interaction

 

Learn about virtual worlds and the different models for interacting with them. Discover how humans engage with robots and AI software systems.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

 

Lead diverse teams building AI solutions and clearly explain complex models to engineers, executives, and users who need to understand your work. 

Student Voice

“As part of the IQP, I developed Earthovia, a GenAI platform to empower faculty to audit, align, and generate sustainability-focused curriculum in minutes. With support from the Office of Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship, I was also able secure a provisional patent and patent pending status. WPI creates an ecosystem where student innovation is supported from concept to impact that’s truly empowering.” 

Ronak Wani ’26
Ronak Wani ’26
BS in Computer Science/MS in Artificial Intelligence; minor in Data Science

Ronak works to develop innovative projects with impactful AI and computer science research while staying highly involved on campus.[...]

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Career

Artificial Intelligence Career & Salary Outlook

What’s the driving force behind this growth in computer and mathematical occupations? Tremendous demand for AI solutions and data analysis. With a BS in artificial intelligence, you’ll be prepared for this rapidly expanding job market.  

Career Path 

Industry Sector 

Entry Level (0–5 years) 

Mid-Level (5–10 years) 

Senior Level (10+ years) 

Machine Learning (ML) Engineering 

Technology 

Machine Learning Engineer 
$110K 

Senior Machine Learning Engineer 
$175K 

Director of ML Engineering 
$280K 

AI Research & Development 

Research & Development 

AI Research Scientist 
$115K 

Lead AI Researcher 
$190K 

Chief AI Scientist 
$295K 

Computer Vision Systems 

Emerging Tech

Computer Vision Engineer 
$120K 

Senior Computer Vision Engineer 
$195K 

Vice President of Computer Vision 
$310K 

Natural Language Processing (NLP)

Emerging Tech

NLP Engineer 
$105K 

Lead NLP Engineer 
$168K 

Principal NLP Architect 
$270K 

AI Product Development 

Consulting 

AI Product Manager 
$95K 

Senior AI Product Manager 
$152K 

Vice President of AI Product Strategy 
$245K 

Data Science & Analytics 

Commercial 

Data Scientist 
$100K 

Senior Data Scientist 
$160K 

Chief Data Scientist 
$260K 

Salary data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics 

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Financing Your Future

College is a great investment in your future—and we’re here to help you plan for it. Explore WPI’s cost of attendance and learn how our Office of Financial Aid can guide you through options for funding your education. 

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Start Building Your Future Today

WPI’s simple formula helps students thrive: “Go to class. Do the work. Ask for help.” With our artificial intelligence degree, you’ll gain the skills, experience, and connections to create AI technologies that transform the world responsibly.  

Continue Your Studies

Master’s in AI
Graduate Certificate in AI
PhD in Data Science

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