MS in AI

Admissions & Financial Aid

Within this page, you can find information on what materials you need to apply for the Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence and the Foundations of Artificial Intelligence Graduate Certificate. Additionally, this page contains information on the application deadlines and financial aid opportunities available to online graduate students at Purdue University. 

Interested in pursuing both credential options?  Connect with our enrollment specialist to learn more about this option prior to applying.  

We’re also excited to partner with organizations using artificial intelligence to solve real-world challenges on innovative capstone projects with our students. If you would like to discuss capstone project opportunities, please reach out to Keith J. Ellis (kjellis@purdue.edu).

Ready to dive into the world of AI?

The admissions process selects highly qualified applicants into the Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence program by considering each of the following criteria in judging the overall strength of the applicant. Typically, no single criterion is used as a sole determinant for admission.

English Proficiency testing is required for international applicants. It will be waived for applicants who have received a baccalaureate degree or graduate or professional degree, within the last 36 months at the time of recommendation for admission, from a school where English is the primary language of instruction in a country/location where English is the native language. 

The GRE or GMAT exam is not required for admission. Applicants who have taken the GRE or GMAT exam may upload their scores into the online application system for consideration.

The Foundations of Artificial Intelligence has the following admission requirements: 

  • Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or equivalent  
  • A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution   
  • Professional resume   
  • Official transcripts from all universities attended, including transfer credits.  
  • International Students only: Proof of English proficiency 
  • The GRE or GMAT exam is not required for admission 

English Proficiency testing is required for international applicants. It will be waived for applicants who have received a baccalaureate degree or graduate or professional degree, within the last 36 months at the time of recommendation for admission, from a school where English is the primary language of instruction in a country/location where English is the native language. 

The GRE or GMAT exam is not required for admission. Applicants who have taken the GRE or GMAT exam may upload their scores into the online application system for consideration.

Semester
Application Deadline
Start Date
Summer 2025
April 1, 2025
May 5, 2025
Fall 2025
August 1, 2025
August 25, 2025
Spring 2026
December 1, 2025
January 12, 2026

Start by reviewing these application tips to walk through the process, then put together your application packet: 

Qian Song, Senior Online Enrollment Counselor,
Recruitment and Engagement

 Recruiter Email: song121@purdue.edu
Schedule Appointment

General Email: POApply@purdue.edu 
Phone: 765-496-0990

Rachel Lundstrom, Online Enrollment Counselor, Recruitment and Engagement

Recruiter Email: rlundstr@purdue.edu 
Schedule Appointment
 
General Email: POApply@purdue.edu 
Phone: 765-496-0990

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