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Graduate Pathway in Artificial Intelligence (Data Science) (Non-Background Program)

The University of Alabama at Birmingham

The Graduate Pathway program is a supportive program that allows students to earn credits towards their degree while providing additional academic, cultural and language support customized for international students. Graduate Pathway is two to three semesters in length and allows students to automatically continue in their degree program with good academic standing.

Completing a Graduate Pathway successfully assures admission to the desired degree program.

Key Information

  • Graduate on time with a graduate admission route that leads to a master's degree by taking language classes alongside degree classes.
  • Earn a Pathway I-20 that reflects language learning and your degree program.
  • Benefit from tutoring, personalized academic support and cultural support. These services are all included in your tuition.
  • Consult with our Pre-arrival Success Services (PASS) team for any questions about the visa process.
  • Access pre-arrival support designed around you – from booking your flight to coordinating your arrival.

Program Details

Graduate Pathway in Artificial Intelligence (Data Science) (Non-Background Program)

The University of Alabama at Birmingham

Age Requirement

16

Academic Requirements
Minimum 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale; 4-year bachelor's degree or equivalent in Engineering or related field. Previous coursework required: Calculus I, Calculus II
English Language Requirements
TOEFL 80, IELTS 6.5, PTEA 56, Duolingo 120, TOEFL Essentials 8.5, Completion of Academic English Level 5

2026 Fall Start (August)

Degree start date : 19th August 2026 - Degree end date: 30th April 2027

  • Semester 1 fall: 19th August 2026 - 11th December 2026
  • Semester 2 spring: 6th January 2027 - 30th April 2027
2027 Spring Start (January)

Degree start date : 6th January 2027 - Degree end date: 13th August 2027

  • Semester 1 spring: 6th January 2027 - 30th April 2027
  • Semester 2 summer: 5th May 2027 - 13th August 2027

Estimated cost of attendance

Tuition fee

$ 33,470.00

Approximate cost

$ 33,470.00

Detailed pricing breakdown coming soon

Degree Program Components

30 credit hour degree program 3 - 4 credit hours apply from Pathway 26 - 27 credit hours remaining toward degree

Credit Number
Sample Classes Title
Credit Units

Semester 1

Academic Success Skills for International Students
3 Credit Units
CS 203
Object Oriented Programming
3 Credit Units
CS 250*
Discrete Structures
3 Credit Units
TBD
Data Science Major Course
3 Credit Units
Total credit units
12 Credit Units

Semester 2

CS 303
Data Structures & Algorithms
3 Credit Units
CS 532
Systems Programming
3 Credit Units
TBD
Data Science Major Course
3 Credit Units
TBD
Data Science Major Course
3 Credit Units
Total credit units
12 Credit Units
Notes

    P

    = Placement option available

    A

    = Study abroad option available

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