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    MBAi (Joint MBA and Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence)

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    Evanston, USMBAIn-person15 months
    STEM-OPT
    $119,996.00
    Tuition
    over 15mo
    29%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    45
    Cohort
    students
    22
    Credits
    $250.00
    App fee

    MBAi (Joint MBA and Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence) at Northwestern University is a 22-credit, 15-month, in-person MBA program based in Evanston, US. Tuition is $119,996 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program integrates MBA core courses with technical courses in AI, machine learning, computational thinking, and data science from Kellogg School of Management and McCormick School of Engineering. It emphasizes practical application through a summer internship and industry capstone project partnering with MS in Artificial Intelligence students.

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    After the program

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    12 months OPT + 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $29,412.00
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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does MBAi (Joint MBA and Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence) at Northwestern University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for MBAi (Joint MBA and Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence) at Northwestern University is $119,996 across 22 required credits.
    Is MBAi (Joint MBA and Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence) at Northwestern University online or in-person?
    MBAi (Joint MBA and Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence) at Northwestern University is offered in-person.
    How long does MBAi (Joint MBA and Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence) at Northwestern University take to complete?
    MBAi (Joint MBA and Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence) at Northwestern University is structured around 15 months and 22 credits.
    Is MBAi (Joint MBA and Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence) at Northwestern University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - MBAi (Joint MBA and Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence) at Northwestern University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How competitive is MBAi (Joint MBA and Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence) at Northwestern University?
    MBAi (Joint MBA and Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence) at Northwestern University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 29%.