Four years looks different here.
Most computer science students spend four years earning one degree.
We can do better.
At Neumont, you can earn your bachelor's in just three years, finish your Applied Artificial Intelligence master's degree online in year four, and graduate with two degrees, a portfolio of real projects, and a serious head start on your career. In fact, you can start working in the industry in year four while you finish your master’s degree online.
3 + 1 > 4
Why Take the Long Way to your career?
Year 1–3
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Master programming, algorithms, databases, networking, operating systems, and the fundamentals that power modern computing. Along the way, you'll build real projects that you can add to your growing portfolio.
Year 4
Master of Science in Applied Artificial Intelligence
Take your CS skills to the next level in Neumont’s online master’s program that includes advanced courses in Python, ML.net, data analysis, machine learning, predictive modeling, and natural language processing.
Same input. More output.
Four years, two degrees – You do the math.
For students at a traditional university, year four is spent finishing a bachelor’s degree. At Neumont, you could already have yours.
After completing the Bachelor of Science in Computer Science in just three years, you can begin your career while finishing your Applied AI master’s online in the evening. Work during the day, study after hours.
Through the 3+1 Pathway, you’ll gain real industry experience, get paid faster, and keep moving toward your second degree without putting your career on pause. By the time you graduate, you’ll have two degrees and a year of professional experience already on your résumé.
Who Is the 3+1 Pathway For?
The 3+1 Accelerated Pathway was built for tech lovers who want to streamline their college experience and start their career faster.
Neumont’s 3+1 Pathway may be a great fit if you:
Want to earn a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in 4 years
Are ready for an accelerated, year-round academic experience
Want a strong computer science foundation before specializing in AI
Prefer building projects over sitting through lectures
Are ready to launch your career while in graduate school
This pathway starts with enrollment in the Bachelor of Science in Computer Science program.
Why Neumont?
Launch Your Career Faster: Finish your computer science bachelor’s degree in three years and your Applied AI master’s in one additional year.
Learn from Experienced Pros: Work with instructors who bring both industry experience and practical knowledge to the classroom.
Study Technology Year-Round: No frivolous generals here. Our tech-focused programs are designed to run year-round, with breaks between quarters, so you can keep things moving toward your career goals.
Start Working Earlier: You’ll finish your bachelor’s degree in three years and then complete the applied AI master’s program online in the evenings, meaning you could have up to a year of real work experience before graduation.
Graduate With More Opportunity: Neumont grads have more credentials, more employment options, and more work experience, with no extra years required.