{"id":3309,"date":"2024-02-16T15:52:50","date_gmt":"2024-02-16T15:52:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/online\/?page_id=3309"},"modified":"2026-06-02T16:47:10","modified_gmt":"2026-06-02T16:47:10","slug":"admissions","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/online\/artificial-intelligence\/admissions\/","title":{"rendered":"Admissions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n    <div  class=\"purdue-home-diagonal-hero has-none-background\">\n        <div class=\"section has-padding-top-large has-padding-bottom-large\">\n            <div class=\"purdue-home-diagonal-hero__content\">\n                                    <p class=\"purdue-home-hero__subheader tagged-header tagged-header--gold purdue-home-diagonal-hero__subheader\">MS in AI<\/p>\n                \n                                                        <h1 class=\"second-level-page-heading purdue-home-diagonal-hero__header\"><strong>Artificial intelligence admissions start here<\/strong><\/h1>\n                \n                                    <div class=\"purdue-home-diagonal-hero__subtext\">\n\n                        \n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Artificial intelligence is transforming industries, redefining careers and driving innovation across the globe. Purdue University\u2019s online Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence is designed for professionals ready to lead in this rapidly evolving field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you&#8217;re looking to deepen your technical expertise, transition into AI or accelerate your current role, the admissions process is your first step toward building real-world impact.<\/p>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"image\">\n                            <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/2022RM2-0015.jpg\"\/>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<div  class=\"purdue-home-cta-strap full-width-bleed\">\n    <div class=\"section has-black-background\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <p class=\"purdue-home-cta-strap__content\"><strong>Ready to dive into the world of AI?<\/strong><\/p>\n            <div class=\"purdue-home-cta-strap--wrap\">\n                                                            <a class=\"purdue-home-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/gradschool\/admissions\/how-to-apply\/index.html\" target=\"_self\" >Apply Now<\/a>\n                  \n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div  class=\"purdue-home-custom-container has-gold-background remove-color container\">\n    <div class=\"section has-gold-background has-padding-top-small has-padding-bottom-none has-standard-sidepadding\">\n            \n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading font-h\">An Admissions Process Built for Working Professionals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We know you\u2019re balancing career, life and future goals. That\u2019s why Purdue\u2019s admissions process is designed to be clear, efficient and accessible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>No GRE requirement for qualified applicants<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fully online application process<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Multiple start opportunities throughout the year<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support from enrollment specialists every step of the way<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This isn\u2019t just about getting in\u2014it\u2019s about setting you up to succeed from day one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"purdue-accordion-wrap  purdue-accordion-wrap--small\">\n    <div class=\"section has-none-background has-padding-top-none has-padding-bottom-none has-no-sidepadding\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"purdue-accordion has-no-bottomborder\">\n                <h3 class=\"accordion__heading purdue-accordion__title  purdue-accordion__title--small\" id=\"title-0606c156-1127-443f-a5e9-4beffe5aa2db\">\n                    <button aria-controls=\"content-0606c156-1127-443f-a5e9-4beffe5aa2db\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence<\/button>\n                <\/h3>\n                <div class=\"accordion__content purdue-accordion__content\" id=\"content-0606c156-1127-443f-a5e9-4beffe5aa2db\" hidden aria-hidden=\n                \"true\">\n                    \n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A bachelor\u2019s degree from an accredited institution&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or equivalent&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An applicant\u2019s prior education must include the following prerequisites:\u202f&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>For the major in AI and Machine Learning:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>(1) Prior programming experience and coursework (in Python, Data Science, and\/or Computer Science)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prior coursework in algorithms, calculus, linear algebra, and probability theory.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>For the major in AI Management and Policy:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>At least 24 months of work experience. &nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"purdue-accordion-wrap  purdue-accordion-wrap--small\">\n    <div class=\"section has-none-background has-padding-top-none has-padding-bottom-none has-no-sidepadding\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"purdue-accordion has-no-bottomborder\">\n                <h3 class=\"accordion__heading purdue-accordion__title  purdue-accordion__title--small\" id=\"title-7ed15f97-4024-40b3-80af-952ade5fc23d\">\n                    <button aria-controls=\"content-7ed15f97-4024-40b3-80af-952ade5fc23d\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Foundations of Artificial Intelligence Graduate Certificate<\/button>\n                <\/h3>\n                <div class=\"accordion__content purdue-accordion__content\" id=\"content-7ed15f97-4024-40b3-80af-952ade5fc23d\" hidden aria-hidden=\n                \"true\">\n                    \n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Foundations of Artificial Intelligence has the following admission requirements:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or equivalent&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A bachelor\u2019s degree from an accredited institution\u202f&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Professional resume\u202f&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Official transcripts from all universities attended, including transfer credits.\u202f<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>International transcripts may require&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/academics\/ogsps\/admissions\/how-to-apply\/documents-required-by-country\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">additional documents<\/a>.&nbsp;Please note that proof of English proficiency is not required for admission, regardless of your country of origin.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The GRE or GMAT exam is not required for admission.&nbsp;Applicants who have taken the GRE or GMAT exam may upload their scores into the online application system for consideration.<br><br>* Please select \u201cWest Lafayette\u201d as the campus when starting your application.<br><br>* Please select \u201cFoundations of Artificial Intelligence\u201d on the application if you intend to apply for the AI Graduate Certificate Program<\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"purdue-accordion-wrap  purdue-accordion-wrap--small\">\n    <div class=\"section has-none-background has-padding-top-none has-padding-bottom-none has-no-sidepadding\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"purdue-accordion\">\n                <h3 class=\"accordion__heading purdue-accordion__title  purdue-accordion__title--small\" id=\"title-a29ea8ac-d2da-4b71-9b12-2b70556ea154\">\n                    <button aria-controls=\"content-a29ea8ac-d2da-4b71-9b12-2b70556ea154\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Application Deadlines and Materials<\/button>\n                <\/h3>\n                <div class=\"accordion__content 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class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Apply<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This program&nbsp;<strong>does not require an application fee<\/strong>, so you can apply for free. Start by reviewing these application tips to walk through the process, then put together your application packet:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/academics\/ogsps\/admissions\/how-to-apply\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Complete\u202fonline application&nbsp;<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/gradschool\/admissions\/how-to-apply\/apply-recommendation.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Three letters of recommendation<\/a>&nbsp;<br>* We accept academic and professional recommendations. The graduate application will ask for recommenders\u2019 contact information, and Purdue University will contact your recommenders directly. Recommendations are required only for the Master\u2019s program, not for the graduate certificate.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/gradschool\/admissions\/how-to-apply\/apply-transcripts.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Official transcripts from all institutions<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Resume<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>International transcripts may require&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/academics\/ogsps\/admissions\/how-to-apply\/documents-required-by-country.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">a<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/academics\/ogsps\/admissions\/how-to-apply\/documents-required-by-country\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">dditional documents<\/a>.<br>Please note that proof of English proficiency is not required for admission, regardless of your country of origin.<br><br>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.&nbsp;<br><br>* Please select \u201cWest Lafayette\u201d as the campus when starting your application.<br><br>* Please select \u201cFoundations of Artificial Intelligence\u201d on the application if you intend to apply for the non-technical AI Graduate Certificate Program.<br>* Please select \u201cFoundations in AI for Technical Professionals\u201d on the application if you intend to apply for the technical AI Graduate Certificate<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:54px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading font-h\">Enrollment Support &#8211; You\u2019re Not Doing This Alone<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From your first question to your first class, Purdue provides dedicated support to guide you through the admissions process. Our team is here to help you understand requirements, evaluate your fit and move forward with confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-image-fill-element\" style=\"grid-template-columns:25% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"534\" height=\"669\" src=\"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Qian-Song-1-e1729778285872.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5653 size-full\" style=\"object-position:45% 15%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Qian-Song-1-e1729778285872.jpg 534w, https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Qian-Song-1-e1729778285872-239x300.jpg 239w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 534px) 100vw, 534px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Qian Song<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Senior Online Enrollment Counselor<br>Recruiter Email:&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:song121@purdue.edu\">song121@purdue.edu<\/a><br>General Email:\u202f<a href=\"mailto:POApply@purdue.edu\">POApply@purdue.edu&nbsp;<\/a><br>Phone: 765-496-3142<\/p>\n\n\n<div  class=\"purdue-home-buttons purdue-home-buttons--left \">\n    <div class=\"purdue-home-button-list\">\n                    <div class=\"\"><a class=\"purdue-home-button \" href=\"https:\/\/app.acuityscheduling.com\/schedule.php?owner=22118565&amp;appointmentType=63164791\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Schedule Appointment (Opens in a new tab)\">Schedule Appointment<\/a><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:54px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-image-fill-element\" style=\"grid-template-columns:25% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Rachel-Lundstrom-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4105 size-full\" style=\"object-position:54% 49%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Rachel-Lundstrom-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Rachel-Lundstrom-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Rachel-Lundstrom-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Rachel-Lundstrom.jpg 1350w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rachel Lundstrom<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Online Enrollment Counselor<br>Recruiter Email:&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:rlundstr@purdue.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">rlundstr@purdue.edu<\/a>&nbsp;<br>General Email:\u202f<a href=\"mailto:POApply@purdue.edu\">POApply@purdue.edu&nbsp;<\/a><br>Phone: 765-494-4379<br><\/p>\n\n\n<div  class=\"purdue-home-buttons purdue-home-buttons--left \">\n    <div class=\"purdue-home-button-list\">\n                    <div class=\"\"><a class=\"purdue-home-button \" href=\"https:\/\/app.acuityscheduling.com\/schedule.php?owner=22118565&amp;appointmentType=63164791\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Schedule Appointment (Opens in a new tab)\">Schedule Appointment<\/a><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:63px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading font-h\">Start Your Application Today<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your future in artificial intelligence starts with a single step. Take the next move toward advancing your career with Purdue University.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"purdue-home-video-embed \">\n        <div class=\"section has-none-background has-padding-top-none has-padding-bottom-none has-no-sidepadding\">\n        <div class=\"container is-16by9\">\n            \n            <div class=\"purdue-home-cta-card purdue-home-cta-card--horizontal purdue-home-cta-card--video\">\n    <div class=\"image is-16by9\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"purdue-home-background-image\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/img.youtube.com\/vi\/O1GuEAmkp3s\/maxresdefault.jpg\" \/>\n            <\/div>\n    <div class=\"flex-container flex-container--align-center lyt-playbtn\">\n        <button class=\"playbtn\">\n            <span class=\"cta-link purdue-home-cta-card__link\">Watch Video<\/span>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"cta-icon cta-icon--play\" src=\"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/online\/wp-content\/themes\/purdue-home-theme\/imgs\/play_icon_gold.svg\" alt=\"\">\n        <\/button>                                       \n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"iframe-container is-sr-only\">\n        <div class=\"youtube-video\" id=\"O1GuEAmkp3s\" data-title=\"\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/O1GuEAmkp3s?rel=0&#038;autoplay=1&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;mute=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading font-h\">Take our Readiness Self-Assessment to evaluate your skills and start your journey to success!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Take the first step toward mastering artificial intelligence with our tailored self-assessment tool. 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