Launching in Fall 2025, Master of Science in AI
The rapid adoption of artificial intelligence across industries and government is revolutionizing business practices, enhancing public services, and reshaping the workforce. As artificial intelligence transforms an increasing number of economic sectors, decision-making across the government, and daily life, there is a growing demand for professionals who can ethically design, interpret, and deploy artificial intelligence systems.
Multidisciplinary Courses
Become an AI Innovator
Enroll in the Master of Science (MS) in Artificial Intelligence, a cutting-edge graduate program in the College of Engineering and Computing. Designed to equip the next generation of AI innovators, this program offers a solid, interdisciplinary education that blends foundational theory with real-world application, preparing graduates to address complex challenges in industry, government, and beyond.
Graduates will be adept in managing the full machine learning operations lifecycle, integrating open-source AI frameworks, and developing secure, scalable AI solutions while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams and communicating complex AI concepts to diverse stakeholders.
Tailor your learning with a specialized focus in four areas
AI Policy, Ethics, and Society
Learn about the intersection of technology, policy, and ethics. The topic area focuses on the societal impacts and governance challenges of emerging technologies using artificial intelligence in contexts such as economics and policymaking.
Advanced AI
Discover specializes in artificial intelligence techniques and applications specific to a domain of artificial intelligence. It focuses on human-faced interactive tools, building artificial intelligence models, and language structure.
Scalable and Secure AI Infrastructures
Learn about secure and scalable implementations of artificial intelligence technologies across computing environments and platforms. Focus on protecting against potential threats and adapting to increasing computational demands.
User-Inspired AI
Explore the practical applications of artificial intelligence technologies. Obtain specialized knowledge of artificial intelligence in areas such as interpretable machine learning in decision-making, cybersecurity, and health.
Gain unparalleled access to one of the nation’s most dynamic technology and policy hubs—the National Capital Region. Positioned at the nexus of government, industry, and research, our program offers unparalleled opportunities for professional advancement, networking, and impact.
Elevate your career
- Develop a deep understanding of AI principles and methodologies and the ability to identify AI-solvable problems and implement cutting-edge solutions
- Gain expertise to build, deploy, and evaluate AI systems across various computing platforms
- Master AI technologies—including machine learning, deep learning, and blockchain
- Learn to critically assess ethical, societal, and security implications of AI
- Improve technical proficiency, ethical reasoning, and strategic thinking
- Prepare for leadership roles in the evolving AI landscape.

inaugural vice president and chief artificial intelligence officer (CAIO) for George Mason University.

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Students design and program BLIMPS in the Research Hall Aviary at the Mason Autonomy and Robotics Center on Fairfax Campus.
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