About this field of study · CIP 11.0102
A program that focuses on the symbolic inference, representation, and simulation by computers and software of human learning and reasoning processes and capabilities, and the computer modeling of human motor control and motion. Includes instruction in computing theory, cybernetics, human factors, natural language processing, and applicable aspects of engineering, technology, and specific end-use applications.
- Institution tuition
- $12,483 in-state / $23,352 out-of-state annual rate at this institution, not program-specific
- Field
- Artificial Intelligence
- Median earnings (1 yr)
- $88,247
- National, this field
- $89,417 – $179,256 national benchmark for the field
- Median debt
- $41,000
- Level
- Master's Degree
- Degrees awarded
- 7 (reporting year)
- Institution website
- Visit institution site
Common careers
Computer and Information Research Scientists
Conduct research into fundamental computer and information science as theorists, designers, or inventors. Develop solutions to problems in the field of computer hardware and software.
Extensive preparation needed
Software Developers
Research, design, and develop computer and network software or specialized utility programs. Analyze user needs and develop software solutions, applying principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis. Update software or enhance existing software capabilities. May work with computer hardware engineers to integrate hardware and software systems, and develop specifications and performance requirements. May maintain databases within an application area, working individually or coordinating database development as part of a team.
Considerable preparation needed
Clinical Data Managers
Apply knowledge of health care and database management to analyze clinical data, and to identify and report trends.
Considerable preparation needed
Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary
Teach courses in computer science. May specialize in a field of computer science, such as the design and function of computers or operations and research analysis. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Extensive preparation needed
Occupations linked to this field of study by the NCES CIP-SOC crosswalk; descriptions from O*NET.