PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Master of Professional Studies in Applied AI

Portland, ME

Full-Time, Part-Time

12-18 Months

$54.3K

The MPS in Applied AI program will prepare you to proactively and thoughtfully navigate the changing AI landscape and its challenges.

The curriculum focuses on building and implementing AI and machine learning technologies, emphasizing collaborative learning, interdisciplinary innovation, and ethics. You’ll gain functional government and industry expertise, challenge your creativity, and learn to lead through real-world experiences.

This comprehensive approach, along with the opportunity to specialize your learning through concentrations and electives, ensures you are equipped with the computer science, analytical, and problem-solving skills to transform your workplace through AI.

With a modular curriculum, you can easily customize your learning activities and experiences across multiple contexts both online and on-ground. Plus, you can earn your degree in less than two years.

All Roux Institute programs provide content relevant to the urgent and emerging needs of industry in Maine and the rapidly evolving regional, national, and global economy. Opportunities for experiential learning will be concentrated in Portland, the state of Maine, and the Northeast region. Students are encouraged to pursue co-ops and special virtual Experiential Network projects with the institute’s founding corporate partners, a group of leading employers in Maine.

Unique Features

In this program, you’ll build a comprehensive foundation in machine learning and AI concepts, methodologies, and applications and be prepared for careers as a developer, engineer, or data scientist.

  • Analytical competencies
    Evaluate the efficacy of and employ advanced data analysis methods, data management technologies, and modern AI analytical techniques for public and private sector challenges.
  • Human-focused solutions
    Integrate the theory and practice of human-computer interaction and usability to analyze and design solutions to key management and ethical issues throughout the data lifecycle.
  • Real-world applications
    Apply strategic and effective analysis, problem-solving, decision-making, communication, and leadership skills to implement ML and AI solutions in real-world situations.
  • Communication skills
    Communicate complex quantitative information to different audiences using exploratory data visualization, dashboard design, scorecard design, and spatial data representation.
Career Outlook

$103k

Job Title Average Salary Source
AI Solutions Architect $163,945 (Maine avg) indeed
AI Engineer $103,003 (Maine avg) ZipRecruiter
Computer Programmer $90,000 (estimated) Payscale
Data Scientist $123,372 (estimated) indeed

Tuition & Admission

This is an estimate based on the tuition rates for Academic Year 2025-2026 and does not include any fees or other expenses. Some courses and labs have tuition rates that may increase or decrease total tuition. Tuition and fees are subject to revision by the president and Board of Trustees at any time. For more detailed information, please visit Student Financial Services.

$54.3K

Tuition


Admission Requirements

  • Online application
  • Professional resumé
  • Unofficial, personal copies of transcripts from all colleges and universities attended; official transcripts are required at the time of enrollment
  • The Foreign Credential Evaluation (FCE) is a required assessment of all transcripts and documents. Please review the FCE requirements by country.
  • English language proficiency proof
  • Students must have a degree in engineering, computer technology, or coursework in place of statistics. If an applicant does not have the reflected degrees, they will be directed to the Connect version of the program
  • Please refer to the CPS Apply Now page to learn about additional materials that may be required

All students accepted to the MPS in Applied AI will be required to complete a Python Placement Exam upon acceptance. Those who achieve an 85% or greater will start with AI 6000 and those 84% and below will have to take a required Python course in their first term that will count towards a required elective.


Admissions Dates

Please note: Beginning fall 2026, this program will shift from a quarter-based academic calendar to a semester format. View the program conversion guide for curriculum details or visit our FAQ page for more information.

If you enter this program before fall 2026, your academic advisor will work with you to ensure a smooth transition. This change will not impact your academic progress, path to graduation, or tuition costs.

Application deadline for domestic applicants: March 2

Application deadline for international applicants out-of-country: February 2

Application deadline for international applicants in-country: March 9

Application deadline for domestic applicants: August 3

Application deadline for international applicants out-of-country: July 6

Application deadline for international applicants in-country: August 3

 

Scholarships and Aid

Generous Scholarships

The Roux Institute is currently offering generous scholarships to meet the financial needs of all students through its Alfond Scholars Initiative. Each award is determined by an individual assessment. And Northeastern alumni receive a Double Husky Scholarship —a tuition discount of 25 percent.

Learn More About the Alfond Scholars Initiative
Corporate Tuition Benefits

Many employers subsidize education for their employees. Speak with yours about any tuition benefits your company may offer.

Special Military Scholarships

For military veterans and service members, a limited number of donor-funded scholarships are available even after all other aid has been awarded to help with commuting costs, childcare, and other costs of living.

Learn more about military scholarships
Federal Aid

You can apply for federal aid grants and loans through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA.

Learn about the FAFSA

Curriculum

Please view the Course Catalog for information regarding the program curriculum.

Ready to Get Started?

Apply now, or learn more about our admissions process. We look forward to hearing from you!