Artificial Intelligence Major

What You'll Learn

Artificial intelligence, suddenly, is everywhere. Where it’s going is harder to say—but a bachelor’s degree in AI from Drake University will prepare you for all directions this world-changing technology could take.

Blending computer science, statistics, and the humanities, Drake’s interdisciplinary major develops your critical thinking, systems thinking, entrepreneurship, and cultural agility for a bright future full of possibility. Our approach goes far deeper than just wrestling with code; you’ll also gain broader training to understand the impact and implications of artificial intelligence.

Through this pathway, you’ll emerge with a sought-after technical background in computer science and machine learning. You’ll also take classes that address the legal and ethical issues you’ll encounter over this new frontier, as well as the underlying philosophical concerns about the far-reaching effects of technology on society and the self.

In a field where strategy, prescience, and scalability continue to shape innovation, you’ll be equipped to power tomorrow’s advances and thrive in professions that will likely look far different in a decade.

About the AI Major

• Be part of one of the first programs of its kind in the country.
• Study with faculty in disciplines including computer science, information systems, statistics, psychology, neuroscience, philosophy, English/writing, business and law, linguistics, design, and education.
• Drake AI majors are prepared to pursue graduate programs in a related discipline, professional work as AI specialists or machine learning engineers, or even policy-influencing roles.
• Build your own AI product in a senior capstone, a project that shows employers what you’re capable of.
• By adding a second major to your studies, you’ll make yourself even more attractive to prospective employers.

Program Facts

• 120 credits; 51 credits for the major