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Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence (Align)

Northeastern University - Boston Campus

USA,Massachusetts

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36 Months

Duration

CAD 22,500/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 100 FREE

Application Fee

Sep 2026

Apply Date

USA, Massachusetts

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1898

Total Students: 48,812 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

360 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115, USA

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence (Align)

Program Overview

Northeastern’s Align Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence lets you launch your AI career from any background. You’ll begin with a two-semester introduction that provides the foundational knowledge and tools you’ll need to succeed as you earn your degree. You’ll then move into your master’s curriculum, engaging in coursework that covers topics including machine learning, vision, intelligent interaction, robotics/agent systems, and knowledge management and reasoning. Our program allows you to approach AI responsibly with a human-centric focus. You can study full time or part time and boost your resumé with an optional paid four- to eight-month co-op or internship—graduating in as little as 2.5 years with the expertise to lead and build real-world AI.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Master's Degree

Application Processing Days

30 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

36 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
sep 2026		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 100 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 22,500 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Northeastern University - Boston Campus

CAD 31,194 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 90

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

Minimum CGPA Required: 75.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

FALL 2026 SCHOLARSHIPS:

Scholarships and Awards for International Students

International Impact Award: Students with Indian citizenship will be eligible for a 5% tuition award.
International Academic Excellence Scholarship:

Scholarship value: 10% of tuition
Academic requirement: GPA 3.5 or higher
Applicable colleges: College of Engineering, Khoury College of Computer Sciences, D’Amore-McKim School of Business, and College of Science

College of Professional Studies Leaders and Scholars Awards:

Scholarship value: 5 to 15% of tuition (stackable up to 50% of tuition) Academic requirement: GPA 3.5 or higher: 15%, GPA 3.0 to 3.49: 10%, GPA below 3.0 or no GPA available: 5%

Khoury College of Computer Sciences Network Scholarships:

Scholarship value: 15 to 25% of tuition (stackable up to 50% of tuition)
Academic requirement: GPA 3.5 or higher: 25%, GPA 3.49 or below: 15%
Available campuses: All campuses, except Toronto and Boston

College of Engineering Network Scholarships:

Scholarship value: 25% of tuition (stackable up to 50% of tuition)
Available campuses: All campuses, except Portland and Boston

College of Social Sciences and Humanities Network Scholarships:

Scholarship value: 25 to 40% of tuition (stackable up to 50% of tuition)
Available campuses: Arlington, Oakland, Seattle, and Portland

Type of Scholarship	Scholarship Information	Amount/ Range
Undergraduate Merit based scholarship-prestigious Dean’s Scholarship Northeastern National Scholarships Graduate Merit scholarships by college	Undergraduate Merit based scholarship-prestigious Dean’s Scholarship: All fall first-year applicants who apply for undergraduate admission to Northeastern no later than the Regular Decision deadline of January 1 are considered. Northeastern National Scholarships-Awarded to admitted students who are designated as National Merit Finalists and list Northeastern University–Boston as their first-choice college with the National Merit Scholarship Corporation by the priority deadline (April 11, 2025). Note: Students can receive only one of the above scholarships. These awards are not available to students in the Northeastern London double degree program. LINK: https://admissions.northeastern.edu/cost-financial-aid/merit-scholarships/ Merit scholarships by college you may be considered for merit-based scholarships through your chosen college. To be considered for these awards, you must submit your application for admission by the application deadline. Bouvé College of Health Sciences College of Arts, Media and Design College of Engineering College of Professional Studies College of Science College of Social Sciences and Humanities D’Amore-McKim School of Business Khoury College of Computer Sciences School of Law Please note that scholarship eligibility criteria may vary depending on the scholarship and the program or college, and awards are managed by individual academic departments—not the Office of Student Financial Services. If you have questions regarding merit-based scholarships for graduate programs, please contact the department, college, or school to which you are applying or are currently enrolled. LINK: https://graduate.northeastern.edu/admissions-aid/tuition-financial-aid/scholarships/	Undergraduate Merit based scholarship-prestigious Dean’s Scholarship: up to $28,000 annually Northeastern National Scholarships-Competitive merit-based award (exact amount not specified); replaces other Northeastern merit awards Graduate Merit scholarships by college: varies

Registration Scholarship – January 2026 Intake Northeastern University will be offering a registration scholarship of $1,000 to eligible students.
Eligibility and Deadlines:

Confirmed Commits: Students who register by December 5, 2025 will receive $1,000.
Admitted but Not Yet Confirmed:
Students who commit on or before November 3, 2025 and register by December 5, 2025 → $1,000.
Students who commit or are admitted after November 3, 2025 must register within 21 days of their commitment/admission date to qualify for the $1,000.
Final date to qualify: December 19, 2025.

Scholarship Processing:

Awards will be applied by the end of February 2026.
The process is managed manually by Student Financial Services (SFS).
If a student does not see the award posted by the end of February,

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.