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Artificial Intelligence, Online, MS

Seattle University’s Online MS in Artificial Intelligence goes beyond technical skills, combining rigorous academics, ethics and responsible innovation with hands-on projects and industry experience. Gain the tools to apply AI for meaningful, real-world impact.

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About this Program

Master the Future of Technology with a Fully Online AI Degree

Seattle University’s Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence is a 49-credit, fully online program preparing students for advanced, in-demand AI roles. With asynchronous courses and a two-year completion timeline, it offers flexibility for recent graduates, working tech professionals and those pivoting from related fields.

The multidisciplinary curriculum spans computer science, machine learning, data science and human-centered design—equipping you with the technical and ethical foundations to lead in this rapidly evolving field.

You’ll also benefit from Seattle University’s strong connections to top Seattle-area employers, where AI is transforming industries from health care to finance. As part of the College of Science and Engineering, you’ll join a community known for rigorous academics, real-world projects and social impact.

Lock In Current Grad PLUS Benefits Before They’re Gone

Major federal loan changes take effect July 1, 2026—including the elimination of Grad PLUS Loans for new graduate borrowers, lower annual and lifetime borrowing limits. Start your program in 2025-2026 academic year, file a FAFSA and borrow a Grad PLUS loan, and you’ll be grandfathered into today’s Grad PLUS borrowing terms—allowing you to borrow up to your cost of attendance. 

Extended Application Deadline: September 8

Good news—there’s still time to apply! The application deadline for fall 2025 entry into CSE’s graduate degree and certificate programs in computer science, data science and artificial intelligence is extended to September 8. Apply today for free.

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No Application Fee

We are committed to removing barriers to graduate education by waiving the application fee for all applicants.

Graduate Artificial Intelligence Degree At A Glance

Learn how this degree from the Department of Computer Science will contribute to your career goals. Then, explore course requirements and see how impactful a Seattle University degree can be.

Seattle University’s Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence (MSAI) program is a flexible, asynchronous online experience tailored for working professionals and ambitious graduates ready to lead in the fast-paced world of artificial intelligence.

This cutting-edge program delivers a robust curriculum designed to transform students into skilled innovators, responsible designers and ethical leaders in AI-powered systems.

With a strong focus on both mastering AI algorithms and technologies and developing practical, hands-on expertise, graduates will be prepared to design and deploy impactful AI solutions. Through engaging real-world projects, students apply their skills to tackle complex AI challenges, emerging as adaptable and forward-thinking leaders in this dynamic field.

At graduation, students with a Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence will be able to:

  • Master of the core areas of artificial intelligence and advanced knowledge in state-of-the-art areas of the field.
  • Understand artificial intelligence literature, with sufficient mathematical and analytical maturity, to maintain professional currency.
  • Convey technical material through both formal written papers and oral presentations.
  • Apply appropriate artificial intelligence concepts and methods to solve real-world AI problems, exhibiting awareness of relevant ethical and social considerations.
  • Work professionally in a team to solve an integrated artificial intelligence problem from problem definition and goal setting to design, implementation and analysis.

Required Coursework:

  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Machine Learning
  • Advanced Machine Learning
  • Big Data Systems
  • AI Systems
  • AI Governance
  • Ethics and Philosophy of AI
  • Generative AI and LLMs
  • AI Capstone Projects
  • Either Computer Vision or Natural Language Processing

Electives:

  • AI and Machine Learning for Cybersecurity
  • Numerical Methods for Machine Learning
  • Data Visualization
  • Social Network Analysis

Learn more about the courses you'll take in the Course Catalog. 

What You'll Learn

Explore the classes you’ll take as a student here.

Career Outlook

14%

Projected Job Growth

By 2028, the Bureau of Labor Statistics expects significant job growth in areas requiring a master’s degree with a concentration in AI (Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2024).

19%

Average Salary Increase

Tech and data professionals with a master’s degree earn an average of 19 percent more than those with only a bachelor’s (Payscale, 2023).

3,976

Annual Job Openings

In 2024, WA Employment Security Department projected nearly 4,000 annual new roles for AI professionals in Washington state until 2031 (WA Employment Security, 2024).

Virtual Information Sessions

Have questions about Seattle University's Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence? Attend a one-hour virtual information session to learn more about graduate programs in the College of Science and Engineering, meet a knowledgeable admissions representative and get answers to your questions about the program, the application process and more. If you can't attend a live information session, you can request access to a pre-recorded information session below.

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Where AI Education Meets Flexibility, Ethics and Real-World Application

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Industry Collaboration That Translates to Career-Ready Skills

Our curriculum is designed with input from top tech and business leaders, giving you the most in-demand skills for today’s competitive job market. The MSAI degree culminates in a three-quarter capstone through Seattle University’s Project Center, where small teams define, plan and execute an AI project for an industry partner. These projects provide students with connections to some of the region’s leading employers, and our graduates go on to work for companies such as Google, Microsoft, Meta, Amazon and many others.

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Ethics, Justice and Responsible AI Innovation

A Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence from Seattle University does more than prepare you to thrive in a rapidly evolving field—it equips you to lead and innovate for a better future. True to Seattle University's mission of empowering leaders for a just and humane world, the program emphasizes the critical ethical and legal dimensions of artificial intelligence, ensuring you build solutions that are as responsible as they are groundbreaking. For an inside look at how our professors are advancing ethical AI innovation, watch the pre-recorded conversation, Inside the Online MS in AI: A Faculty Conversation on Purpose and Possibility.

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Preview an Online AI Course

Explore a sample asynchronous course from our Online Master's in Artificial Intelligence to see firsthand how our flexible, engaging curriculum is delivered. Experience the interactive lessons, hands-on projects and expert instruction—all designed to fit your schedule and prepare you for success in the field.

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Get in Touch

We’re here to help. For information about the artificial intelligence program at Seattle University, contact:

Christine Campbell

Assistant Director of Graduate Online Programs

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