Artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML)
Certificate, graduate
Advance your career with AI
Artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) are transforming industries — from public health and finance to smart cities and beyond. In this graduate certificate program, you’ll build a strong foundation in AI/ML, working with advanced models, data pipelines and algorithmic prediction techniques to solve real-world challenges.
You’ll gain experience analyzing complex data, developing and training machine learning models, and applying techniques like classification, clustering, optimization and automation. Along the way, you’ll strengthen your collaboration and leadership skills while working with expert faculty from across disciplines, preparing you to make a lasting impact in an increasingly AI-driven world.
Overview
Related Topics
Build, analyze and lead with AI
Application information
Applicants for the Artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) graduate certificate must meet the following admission requirements:
- Education level: Bachelor's
- GPA: 3.0
- GRE: No
- TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo: 79/6.5/115 (for applicants whose education was completed in countries where English is not an official language)
- Number of references: no references required
- Other requirements: No
Program availability
- Semester intake: Summer, Fall, Spring
- Not eligible for international students who require F-1 or J-1 visa status
- Deadlines: general application deadlines
- For more information, check the Graduate Certificate page
Visit Graduate Admissions to learn more and start your application.
Contact information
Computer Science contact:
Hasan Jamil
jamil@uidaho.edu
Graduate Admissions contact:
graduateadmissions@uidaho.edu
208-885-4001
Tuition and Fees
Students pursuing a graduate certificate as a standalone program are not eligible for financial aid. However, students enrolled in a separate U of I graduate degree program may apply their financial aid or graduate funding toward a graduate certificate if they are pursuing both simultaneously.
For more information or to explore funding options, visit Financial Aid.
Learn more about cost of attendance.
Degree fit
This program could be a good fit if you:
- Have a background in computer science, engineering, mathematics or a related field and are looking to specialize in AI/ML technologies.
- Are a working professional seeking to enhance your skills in AI/ML to stay competitive in industries such as healthcare, finance, urban planning or technology.
- Desire a flexible learning environment, as the program offers online courses accessible to remote students, allowing you to balance studies with other commitments.
- Aim to apply AI/ML concepts to real-world problems, gaining hands-on experience with machine learning models, data analysis and algorithm development.
Related clubs and organizations
The College of Engineering offers 20+ student clubs and organizations, many of which are connected to national and international professional societies — including teams that compete on the national stage.
For those interested in AI/ML, consider joining organizations and clubs such as:
- Cyber Defense Club
- CyberForce Competition Team
- Humanitarian Engineering Corps (HEC)
- Polymorphic Games Studio
- National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)
- Robotics Club
- Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE)
- Society of Women Engineers (SWE)
- Tau Beta Pi – Engineering Honor Society (TBP)
Career outcomes
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