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Learn AI in the Format that Fits Your Life

Wherever you are in your AI journey, CMU is where you will take the next step. On campus or online. 

Learn essential, foundational skills in Machine Learning & Data Science to advanced topics in Generative AI with our online gradaute certificates. And for those ready to go deeper, the prestigious, on-campus Master's in Computational Data Science (MCDS) program prepares future leaders in machine learning, data engineering, and large-scale systems. All taught by the same world-class faculty from the School of Computer Science. What are you waiting for? 

Explore Our Programs Below

Machine Learning & Data Science Certificate (Online)

This program teaches early- to mid-career computer science professionals how to harness the power of large-scale data systems with AI and machine learning technology. Through rigorous coursework in Python, machine learning and computational data science, students gain the skills to design algorithms, analyze massive data sets and apply intelligent systems across industries.

  • For students with a bachelor’s degree who want to learn how to build machine learning models and analyze trends
  • Successful students will have a strong academic background in advanced math and proficiency in Python, R or another coding language
  • Complete in 12 months
  • Start class in January 2026
  • Earn an online graduate certificate

Generative AI & LLMs Certificate (Online)

This program teaches early to mid-career computer science professionals how to harness the power of large scale data systems with AI and ML technology. Through rigorous coursework in Python, machine learning and computational data science, students gain the skills to design algorithms, analyze massive data sets, and apply intelligent systems across industries.

  • For students with a bachelor’s degree who want to learn how to build machine learning models and analyze trends
  • Successful students will have a strong academic background in advanced math and proficiency in Python, R or another coding language
  • Complete in 12 months
  • Start class in January 2026
  • Earn an online graduate certificate

M.S. in Computational Data Science (On-Campus)

This program focuses on engineering and deploying large-scale information systems and includes concentrations in Systems, Analytics, and Human-Centered Data Science. Through coursework, seminars, a capstone project and a summer internship, you’ll gain the skills to build massive next-generation information systems and analyze the data they produce.

  • For students with a bachelor’s degree who want to pursue a job in corporate research or development laboratories
  • Successful students will have basic analytic skills and a strong aptitude for mathematics, programming and logical reasoning
  • Complete in 16 months
  • Start classes in Fall 2026
  • Earn a master's degree

School of Computer Science Rankings

# 1 in the Nation

For AI graduate programs

# 1 in the Nation

For programming languages courses

# 2 in the Nation

For computer science graduate programs