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2 years
Students enrolled year-round can earn their degree in as little as two years.
$2,440/quarter
Full Pell Grant recipients can attend with little to no out-of-pocket tuition costs.1
[1] Financial aid is available to those who qualify. Eligibility is determined through the FAFSA and may vary by student.Live online classes
With professors who also teach at world-class universities.
Build AI skills
Build practical AI skills with ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude.
The future of IT includes AI. So does this degree.
The Applied AI concentration within the Associate of Science in Information Technology program at Campus is designed to prepare you for an industry where AI isn't a future consideration, it's already reshaping how systems are built, managed and secured. This program pairs the core foundations of IT with hands-on AI coursework, giving you fluency in both the technical infrastructure that organizations depend on and the AI tools that are transforming how that infrastructure is designed and maintained.
You'll learn to build functional AI-powered applications, analyze complex data and integrate AI into the kinds of workflows IT professionals navigate every day. Students complete a GitHub portfolio of published technical projects designed to demonstrate applied skills. In a field where demand for professionals with AI-related knowledge and skills continues to grow, this program builds practical skills that align with the evolving use of AI and technology across modern IT environments.
Build an AI skillset that can help you stand out
The Applied AI concentration is designed to cultivate a wide range of skills essential for success in today's rapidly evolving technology landscape. Unlike programs that teach AI in isolation, each course builds directly on the last, moving from AI literacy to data analysis to document analysis to workflow integration to tool development to enterprise strategy, so you graduate with a cohesive body of work rather than a collection of disconnected skills. These include:
- Integrate ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude into real technical workflows, developing the platform fluency that employers expect but rarely find in entry-level candidates.
- Work with real technical datasets covering system performance, operational metrics and IT workflows to surface insights and communicate findings.
- Analyze the complex documents IT professionals work with every day, including system specifications, security policies, vendor contracts and compliance requirements, using AI-enhanced research methods.
- Build and deploy functional AI-powered applications using AI-assisted development tools and publish completed projects to a professional GitHub portfolio, a hands-on capability that sets graduates apart in the entry-level job market.
- Design and present AI implementation strategies that account for security risk, organizational impact and responsible deployment across technical environments.
Employers value IT talent that know how to use AI
AI is reshaping IT roles, not replacing them. The professionals who understand how to apply AI tools to real IT work are pulling ahead in salary, flexibility and opportunity.
56%
Research suggests AI skills are becoming more valuable across many roles and industries
66%
of leaders say they wouldn't hire a candidate without AI skills
71%
of business leaders said AI skills can outweigh experience.
Program Costs
Grants and other forms of tuition assistance are available to those who qualify. To find out what you're eligible for, contact an admissions counselor.
Tuition and Fees
Admissions Registration Fee: $0
Enrollment Deposit: $15
Full Program Tuition: $19,520
Books and Supplies: Included in Tuition
Total: $19,535
Students enrolled in 7–12 credits per quarter are charged a flat tuition rate of $2,440. Students taking 6 credits or fewer are charged $200 per credit. Students enrolling in more than 12 credits are charged the flat rate of $2,440, plus $200 per credit for each additional credit above 12.
| Academic Year* | Calendar Year** | |
|---|---|---|
| Quarter 1 | $2,440 | $2,440 |
| Quarter 2 | $2,440 | $2,440 |
| Quarter 3 | $2,440 | $2,440 |
| Quarter 4 | — | $2,440 |
| Annual Cost | $7,320 | $9,760 |
*Students completing three quarters per year will complete the program in 2.5 years.
**Most Campus students attend classes during all four quarters of the year.
A one-time $15 enrollment deposit may be required, to reserve a student's seat in class. Refund eligibility and applicable terms vary by program and enrollment status. Additional details regarding enrollment deposit terms, deferrals, and refund conditions can be found in the Campus Catalog.
Financial aid is available to those who qualify. Eligibility is determined through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and other applicable requirements. Awards may vary based on financial need, program, enrollment status, and availability of funds. Campus does not guarantee financial aid or student loan approval.
Meet your professors
You'll gain unparalleled access to professors who also teach at prestigious institutions like UC Berkeley and NYU. Our Applied AI faculty are subject matter experts with extensive online and industry experience, enhancing your virtual classroom experience. Engage with these experts through dynamic live sessions and optional weekly office hours, ensuring your learning is both interactive and enriching.
Learn more about our professors here.
Donald Rarick
Captain
U.S. Air Force
Program courses
Concentration Overview
Students in the Online Associate of Science in Information Technology degree program with a concentration in Applied AI must complete 96 quarter credits, which includes specialized coursework in AI. As part of the eight-quarter program, students will engage in six Applied AI courses that focus on equipping them with the skill set relevant to the evolving technology and IT landscape.
Visit the Information Technology degree program page to explore the full course sequence.
Each quarter spans 11 weeks, consisting of 10 weeks of instruction followed by a final exam week. Below are the detailed course descriptions for the entire program.
Course descriptions for the AI Concentration
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FAQ
No. The Applied AI concentration courses are built directly into your degree program and fulfill existing graduation requirements. You earn your Information Technology degree and AI concentration on the same timeline with no additional credits required.
Graduates are prepared for entry-level roles in IT support, systems administration, technical operations, network management and IT project coordination. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects computer and mathematical occupations to grow 10.1% through 2034, more than three times faster than the all-occupation average, with information security analysts projected to grow 28.5% over the same period.
No prior programming or AI experience is required. The program is designed to meet you where you are, starting with foundational concepts and building progressively toward hands-on tool development. By the time you reach AI Tool Development, you'll have the context and skills to build real applications using AI coding assistants as collaborative partners throughout the process.
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