Artificial Intelligence, PhD
Artificial Intelligence, Autonomous Systems, Computational Science, Computer Science, Data Driven Decision Making, Human-Computer Interaction, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Robotics, approved for STEM-OPT extension
Acquire the technical expertise necessary for leadership in the design, analysis and development of artificial intelligence systems. Cultivate the capability to enhance both the science and application of creating reliable AI systems alongside a highly active team of internationally recognized AI faculty.
The Doctor of Philosophy program in artificial intelligence trains students to conduct original and impactful research in AI. The program helps students develop proficiency in both theoretical and practical AI research aimed at enabling them to independently analyze, evaluate and invent new concepts for designing efficient and reliable AI systems.
Students have the opportunity to work with highly active faculty research groups, gaining expertise in the cutting-edge of AI while simultaneously developing the skills to invent and deploy novel AI algorithms and systems. The curriculum encompasses a core of foundational courses in AI, complemented by electives from three prominent AI streams: statistical learning; embodied AI, cognition and perception; and reasoning and decision making. Furthermore, students learn how conduct original research, culminating in a research-oriented dissertation that advances knowledge in the field of AI.
Graduates are able to develop new AI paradigms, applications and systems, and advance knowledge of the field itself.
GI Bill® benefits
This new program is not yet approved for use with GI Bill® benefits.
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill/.
This program may be eligible for an Optional Practical Training extension for up to 24 months. This OPT work authorization period may help international students gain skills and experience in the U.S. Those interested in an OPT extension should review ASU degrees that qualify for the STEM-OPT extension at ASU's International Students and Scholars Center website.
The OPT extension only applies to students on an F-1 visa and does not apply to students completing a degree through ASU Online.
- College/school:
Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering
- Location: Tempe
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: Yes
Required Core (6 credit hours) Other Requirements (12 credit hours) Electives and Research (36 credit hours) Research (18 credit hours) Culminating Experience (12 credit hours) Additional Curriculum Information
CSE 551 Foundations of Algorithms (3)
CSE 555 Theory of Computation (3)
CSE 571 Artificial Intelligence (3)
CSE 792 Research (18)
CSE 799 Dissertation (12)
Students complete two of the core courses for a total of six credit hours. Eighteen credit hours of CSE 792 Research are required, and up to 54 credit hours are allowed on the plan of study. Students with research credit hours in excess of 18 add these credit hours to their electives and research coursework. To obtain a complete list of coursework for the other requirements and the electives and research sections, students should consult their program advisors.
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
U.S.
applicants | International
applicants | English
proficiency
Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering.
Applicants are eligible to apply to the program if they have earned a bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, mathematics, electrical engineering or a related field from a regionally accredited institution.
Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = ''A'') in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program or a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = ''A'') in an applicable master's degree program.
Applicants are required to submit:
- graduate admissions application and application fee
- official transcripts
- personal statement
- professional resume
- three letters of recommendation
- proof of English proficiency
Additional Admission Information
An applicant whose native language is not English must demonstrate proficiency in the English language by scoring at least 90 on the TOEFL iBT taken in a testing center, 7 on the IELTS or 115 on the Duolingo English test regardless of their current residency.
The application does not require GRE scores, although they are considered if submitted. ASU does not accept the GRE® General Test at home edition.
The personal statement should be one to two pages, and focus on the candidates' intended area of research and their academic background.
At least two letters of recommendation should be from academic references.
If the student is assigned any additional foundational coursework upon admission, those classes must be completed with a grade of "B"(scale is 4.00 = "A") or higher within two semesters of admission to the program. These additional foundational courses do not apply to the total credit hours required to complete the degree program.
Applicants are expected to have foundational coursework in the following topics:
- CSE 310 Data Structures
- MAT 242 Elementary Linear Algebra or MAT 342 Linear Algebra or MAT 343 Applied Linear Algebra
- MAT 266 Calculus for Engineers II or MAT 271 Calculus with Analytic Geometry II
| Session | Modality | Deadline | Type |
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| Session A/C | In Person | 01/15 | Priority |
| Session | Modality | Deadline | Type |
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| Session A/C | In Person | 09/15 | Priority |
Graduates with a doctoral degree in artificial intelligence are able to pursue a wide range of careers with roles such as:
- AI consultant
- AI engineer
- AI researcher
- ML researcher
- NLP specialist
- robotics researcher
Computer Science and Engineering Program
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CTRPT 105
scai.grad.admission@asu.edu
480-965-3199
Admission deadlines
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
