
MS in Artificial Intelligence
The MS in Artificial Intelligence provides a comprehensive framework of foundational algorithms, theory, and practice in the emerging field of AI, equipping you with the knowledge you’ll need to explore, design, and implement AI systems. Specialize in computer vision, natural language processing, robotics, intelligent interaction, machine learning, or knowledge management as you pursue a holistic and interdisciplinary course of study incorporating data science, machine learning, deep learning, and robotics.
Program highlights
Locations
Boston, Portland (admit term varies by location), Silicon Valley
Credit hours
32 total semester hours required
Schedule
Core courses: Fall, Spring, Summer
Program modality
In person

Take your career to the next level
A master’s in artificial intelligence from Khoury College combines the “three pillars” of AI — technical, applied, and social/ethical — that empower students with what they need to be a meaningful part of the AI workforce. Learn more.
Campus locations
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Boston
Located in the heart of Boston, Northeastern’s oldest campus is home to a vibrant community of students, researchers, and faculty working across disciplines to build a better world through CS.
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Portland
The collaborative nature of Northeastern’s Roux Institute in Portland connects students with corporate and governmental power players across the Northeast, and beyond.
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Silicon Valley
Located in the heart of the tech revolution (and where it began), the San Jose campus offers students the opportunities to advance the CS field in a program known for industry connections and diverse work opportunities.
Applications and admissions

Deadlines
Domestic
Fall 2025 semester: August 1
Spring 2026 semester: December 1
International
Fall 2025 semester: May 1
Spring 2026 semester: October 1
Meet our faculty
Get to know the engaged, experienced professors who are here to support you every step of the way.

Ehsan Elhamifar
Ehsan Elhamifar is an associate professor at Khoury College, affiliated with the College of Engineering. The overarching goal of his research is to develop AI that learns from and makes inferences about visual data analogous to humans.
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