Artificial Intelligence Certificate

The artificial intelligence certificate is self-paced so you can take as many courses in a semester that make sense with your schedule and goals.

The artificial intelligence certificate program at Saint Joseph’s prepares students to be precise thinkers with the intellectual preparation they need to apply what they have learned and continue to be lifelong learners. In the program, you will hone your skills, learn from top faculty experts and obtain real-world experience and specialized skills for a successful career. The certificate curriculum is focused on a specific field of study, providing you the opportunity to take a deep dive into an area that interests you and further your career.

learn from top faculty experts for a successful career

Graduates of the artificial intelligence certificate are critical thinkers solving complex problems and implementing solutions in an appropriate computational environment. You will apply the knowledge you gain to real-world problems in computer science roles. Your coursework will help prepare you for a range of career paths by instilling the values of careful, precise thinking and the ability to identify, formulate and solve problems encountered when constructing solutions in computer science and related fields. Pursuing a computer science degree at Saint Joseph's gives you the added benefit of being in Philadelphia, one of the major corporate centers in the U.S. and headquarters for more than a dozen Fortune 500 companies.

The artificial intelligence certificate can be completed as a standalone certificate or as part of the Computer Science M.S. from Saint Joseph's. To earn your computer science master's degree, you can stack the artificial intelligence certificate with our five-course software development certificate. Once you complete both certificates, you will be awarded a Master of Science in computer science.

Whether you enroll in the certificate on its own or stack it as part of a Computer Science M.S., you will receive a certificate credential that can be added to your resume.

The artificial intelligence certificate from Saint Joseph’s provides functional knowledge in computer science that is valuable in the workplace for career advancement or a stepping stone on the path to a graduate degree. You will learn fundamental concepts such as the role of logic in reasoning, deductive proofs, and blind and informed search techniques. The curriculum also includes machine learning algorithms for supervised and unsupervised learning with an emphasis on recent advances in deep learning with neural networks, and you will gain hands-on experience through various programming projects.

As a student in the artificial intelligence certificate program at Saint Joseph’s, you will learn from faculty experts in the Department of Computer Science who are on the cutting edge of the computer science industry. This certificate is completed in five courses or 15 credits. The certificate curriculum is designed with current industry practices as well as the future of computing in mind, covering topics including big data and web intelligence as well as advanced machine learning.

View required courses for this program in the academic catalog. Please contact us if you have any questions about the program curriculum.

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Tuition & Fees: Affordable tuition options start at $1,011 per credit hour.*

*This rate applies to all students accepted by Saint Joseph’s University after June 1, 2023. Tuition and fee rates for students accepted prior to June 1, 2023 differ. Pricing does not include room and board, health insurance or any professional, clinical or transportation fees. Visit our tuition & fees page or contact us for more information.

Financial Aid & Discount Eligibility: Financial aid and discount options may be available to you to help offset the cost of your degree. Explore your options on our financial aid page.

Graduate assistantships are offered on a limited basis. Please contact the program director for availability.

• Apply online.
• Submit official college transcripts from all colleges attended.
• Submit a personal statement.
• Submit resume.
• Submit two letters of recommendation.

Visit our graduate admission information page to learn more about admission requirements, key deadlines and how to submit your application.

Graduate applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. New students may enroll in courses during the fall, spring or summer semesters.

Start Terms:

1. Fall: August and October
2. Spring: January and March
3. Summer: May

If you’re applying as an international student, you must provide proof of English Language Proficiency and Certification of Finances along with your application. Check the graduate admission page for additional requirements.

SJU is a Yellow Ribbon School that accepts GI education benefits. Our Office of Veterans’ Services can help you access and understand your benefits.