
Lead the Next Wave of Innovation in AI at the University of New Haven
Offered both online and on-ground, our Master of Science degree in artificial intelligence (MSAI) prepared students to emerge with advanced technical depth, ethical perspective, and leadership skills that position them as innovators in the AI landscape.
Graduates of the MSAI program will be ready to lead in one of the world’s fastest-growing fields—designing, deploying, and managing AI systems that define the next era of technological innovation.
Program Highlights
Build Your Portfolio, Course by Course
Our comprehensive 33-credit curriculum balances foundational AI theory with applied engineering and real-world deployment. Each course produces portfolio-ready projects you can showcase to employers, from intelligent search agents and computer vision applications to custom AI tools powered by Large Language Models (LLMs). With immediate access to hands-on development environments, you will begin creating AI solutions from your very first class.
Focusing on Responsible AI, our artificial intelligence graduate program integrates ethics, bias mitigation, security, and privacy into the coursework. Internship and capstone opportunities with industry partners provide real-world experience, ensuring that graduates of our master’s degree in artificial intelligence are better than ready to tackle complex challenges in the AI landscape.
Innovation, Leadership, and Responsible AI
The program is built to develop innovators and leaders in the AI domain. You will gain not only technical mastery but also the ability to engineer solutions that address complex organizational and societal challenges. Topics such as bias detection, privacy-preserving techniques, and AI security are included to ensure that you are prepared to design systems that are both powerful and trustworthy. Graduates of the MSAI program emerge ready to pioneer advancements in AI while guiding their organizations toward responsible and transformative adoption.
QUICK FACTS
- Total Credits: 33, with Thesis or Non-Thesis tracks
- Length to Complete: 2 years
- Formats:
On-Ground (West Haven, Conn.)
Online or Hybrid
Full-Time or Part-Time - Designation: STEM-designated
- Public Safety Personnel 50% discount
Career Opportunities and Sample Employers
Graduates with a master’s degree in artificial intelligence are prepared for high-impact roles that shape the future of intelligent systems and automation. Career pathways include:
- AI Engineer
- Machine Learning Engineer
- AI Product Manager
- AI Research Scientist
- Cloud AI Architect
- AI Security Engineer
These roles span industries such as healthcare, finance, cybersecurity, manufacturing, automotive, and technology, where AI experts are driving innovation and transformation. Graduates are well-positioned for careers with leading employers such as Google, Microsoft, IBM, Amazon, Lockheed Martin, Travelers, Yale New Haven Health, and regional AI startups.
$168K
AI and Machine Learning Engineer*
80% Growth 2025-2030
$146K
AI Product Manager**
30% Growth 2025-2030
$158K
AI Research Scientist^
45% Growth 2025-2030
Why the University of New Haven?
Located in Connecticut, the Northeast’s innovation corridor, the University of New Haven is home to faculty who are actively shaping the future of artificial intelligence through research, policy, and industry engagement. Our faculty lead research groups that regularly publish cutting-edge findings in areas such as large language models, reinforcement learning, trustworthy and secure AI, and applied AI in cybersecurity, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing.
The University plays a leadership role beyond the classroom. As co-founder of the Connecticut AI Alliance, our faculty contribute directly to state and national conversations on AI policy, governance, and workforce development. Students benefit from this unique connection between academic research and real-world impact, gaining insights from faculty who are both innovators and policy advisors.
Industry collaboration is central to our program. Courses are project-based and integrated with applied opportunities through internships, capstones, and research partnerships with companies and organizations across the region and beyond. This ecosystem ensures that graduates are prepared not only with advanced technical expertise but also with the innovation mindset and leadership skills to guide AI adoption responsibly and effectively.
Join a program where academic excellence, active research, policy influence, and industry partnerships come together to prepare you to lead in the rapidly evolving field of artificial intelligence.

The University of New Haven took a leadership role in bringing together a group including 16 academic institutions and six community organizations and nonprofit agencies that will collaborate with the goal of establishing Connecticut as a premier hub for artificial intelligence, innovation, and application.
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Admissions Eligibility
Applicants should possess a bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, data science, or related fields. Professionals seeking to transition into AI roles are encouraged to apply to our graduate program in artificial intelligence. Bridge coursework is available for those without prior preparation, ensuring all candidates can meet the program's rigorous standards.
Next Steps
An advanced degree from the University of New Haven will help you take your career to the next level. Each program offers convenient scheduling, personalized attention, and state-of-the-art facilities.
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