The MPS in Applied AI Connect program is designed to help you break into the tech industry, no matter your undergraduate degree. With just nine additional credits of study, you can gain the skills you need for a successful career in AI.

You’ll begin the program with skill-building courses that will build your foundation in essential competencies, then focus on creating and implementing AI and machine learning technologies in the traditional program, which emphasizes collaborative learning, interdisciplinary innovation, real-world applications, and ethics.

This approach and the ability to specialize your learning through concentrations and electives equip you with the computer science, analytical, and problem-solving skills to transform your workplace through AI.

Special Admissions Information

For the 2025–2026 academic year, MPS Applied AI and MPS Applied AI Connect are being offered as a collaboration between the College of Professional Studies (CPS) and the Office of the Provost. During this period, students will follow Northeastern University’s Graduate (GR) Academic Calendar and be governed by the academic policies and procedures documented in the university’s Graduate Catalog. CPS will continue to provide each student with full academic and student support services (e.g., academic advising services, co-op and career advising services, International Tutoring Center, etc.).

Beginning in the 2026–2027 academic year, students enrolled in MPS Applied AI and MPS Applied AI Connect will transition to the College of Professional Studies, and their official college designation will be updated accordingly in the academic system of record. At that time, students will be governed by CPS’ academic policies and procedures within the university’s Graduate Catalog.

Tuition Scholarship

Domestic students beginning their studies for the inaugural Fall 2026 cohort are eligible for a tuition scholarship of 25% towards their total tuition for the duration of the program.