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 as you finish your master’s online.  

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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.

 

Build More Than a Transcript

Combining a computer science bachelor’s degree with advanced AI education helps prepare you to pursue opportunities across computing, data, automation, and intelligent technology. Plus, you’ll build real technology throughout your degree programs and graduate with a polished portfolio you’ll be proud to show off.

The master’s program builds on your undergraduate foundation and helps you prepare for exciting career paths such as:

  • AI Engineer 

  • Machine Learning Engineer  

  • Data Scientist 

  • AI Solutions Engineer 

    Cloud Engineer 

  • AI Product Manager 

  • Intelligent Systems Engineer 

 

Who Is the 3+1 Pathway For?

The 3+1 Accelerated Pathway was built for tech lovers who want to streamline their college experience without lowering their ambitions.

Neumont 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?

  1. Launch Your Career Faster: Finish your computer science bachelor’s degree in three years and your Applied AI master’s in one additional year.

  2. Learn from Experienced Pros: Work with instructors who bring both industry experience and practical knowledge to the classroom.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. Graduate With More: Neumont grads have more credentials, more employment options, and more work experience, with no extra years required.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

  • Description text goes hereNeumont's accelerated year-round academic model is designed for students who want to  complete a bachelor's degree in three years instead of the traditional four. Through the 3+1 Pathway, you'll begin your master's coursework during your senior year, allowing you to transition directly into graduate study and complete both degrees in four years.

  • After successfully completing the 3+1 Pathway, you'll graduate with:

    • A Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

      • Student who want to enroll in another degree outside Computer Science will need to stick around for an additional 6 months in order to complete both their BS and MS degrees.

    ·      A Master of Science in Applied Artificial Intelligence

  • Description text goes hereThis pathway is ideal for students who want to build a strong foundation in computer science while developing advanced expertise in artificial intelligence. Designed for students interested in machine learning, intelligent software, automation, data science, and other AI-driven technologies who want to earn their degrees faster and enter the workforce prepared to make an impact.

  • Artificial intelligence is transforming nearly every industry. Earning your master's immediately after your bachelor's allows you to build on the skills you’ve already developed, deepen your technical expertise, practice advanced AI technologies, and enter the workforce with a credential that can help distinguish you from other graduates.

  • Nope. Our Bachelor of Science in Computer Science program helps students build a strong foundation in computer science before introducing them to the advanced AI concepts in the Master of Science in Applied Artificial Intelligence program. The curriculum is designed to help students naturally progress from core programming skills to building advanced artificial intelligence applications.

  • Yes. Students begin graduate-level coursework during their final year of the bachelor's degree, allowing them to seamlessly transition into the Master of Science in Applied Artificial Intelligence.

  • Students will complete their Master of Science in Applied Artificial Intelligence coursework online, giving them increased flexibility while completing their final year of the 3+1 pathway, including the ability to work full-time if necessary.

  • Yes.

    The master's coursework is completed online during the evenings, giving students the flexibility to begin working full-time after completing their bachelor's degree.

  • Because graduates earn both a Computer Science bachelor's and a Master of Science in Applied Artificial Intelligence, they're qualified for a broader range of positions than a CS-only program. The computer science foundation opens software engineering opportunities, while the master's provides specialized AI expertise that set Neumont graduate apart on the job market.

    Below are just a few of the exciting roles you could land post-graduation:

    ·      AI Engineer

    ·      Machine Learning Engineer

    ·      Software Engineer

    ·      AI Solutions Engineer

    ·      Data Scientist

    ·      Machine Learning Ops Engineer

    ·      Cloud Engineer

    ·      Natural Language Processing Engineer

    ·      AI Product Manager

    ·      Intelligent Systems Engineer

    ·      Solutions Architect

  • Traditional universities typically require four years of study for a bachelor's degree and an additional one to two years to earn a master's. Neumont University's accelerated 3+1 Pathway allows students to earn both degrees in just four years, helping you save time and money while gaining advanced technical skills through project-based learning.