52 AI and machine learning programs at 17 schools in Alabama.
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The strongest AI programs in Alabama on this list are led by University of Alabama at Birmingham, University of Alabama in Huntsville, and Auburn University. Schools are ordered using our ranking for Alabama, drawn from 52 programs at 17 schools.
Best AI programs in Alabama
Rank
School
Location
1
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, AL
2
University of Alabama in Huntsville
Huntsville, AL
3
Auburn University
Auburn, AL
4
Alabama A & M University
Normal, AL
5
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL
6
Samford University
Birmingham, AL
7
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL
8
Athens State University
Athens, AL
9
Troy University
Troy, AL
10
Alabama State University
Montgomery, AL
11
Auburn University at Montgomery
Montgomery, AL
12
Faulkner University
Montgomery, AL
13
Oakwood University
Huntsville, AL
14
Spring Hill College
Mobile, AL
15
Talladega College
Talladega, AL
16
Tuskegee University
Tuskegee, AL
17
University of Montevallo
Montevallo, AL
School names are plain text in the table. Profiles and write-ups are below when available.
How we ranked this list
We order schools on this page using our ranking method, with more weight on affordability (30%), student outcomes (25%), curriculum (25%). Figures draw from published school tuition and U.S. Department of Education outcomes data when available. Schools cannot pay for a higher rank. About 81% of programs on this list have full scoring data. Read the full ranking methodology.
Top schools in Alabama
Each school lists a quick overview (program, estimated cost, format) plus a short program summary with links to official school pages and related program paths. Tuition figures are published estimates—confirm current totals on the school’s program page before you apply.
1
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, AL
MS in Artificial Intelligence in Medicine
Overview
Availability: Varies
Estimated tuition total: Confirm on school site
Credits: 45
Best for: Learners seeking a dedicated AI master's
NSA CAE: NSA CAE (CAE-R)
Program summary
Start with University of Alabama at Birmingham if this ranking angle matches your goals. Positioned as an AI/ML program on paper; verify labs, final projects, and math required courses match the intensity you want. Dedicated AI master's—not an add-on to another degree.
Best for: Students comparing this specialty on cost and delivery (Alabama A & M University)
Program summary
Alabama A & M University is based in Normal. It’s built as a dedicated undergraduate AI major—confirm direct-admit rules and whether students can transfer in after a general first year.
Best for: Working adults comparing this online AI/ML path on cost and fit
Program summary
Samford University sits in Birmingham. Named as an AI or ML degree—use the course list to separate theory-heavy terms from tool-focused applied semesters. Delivery is fully online—confirm live vs recorded sessions and any intensives.
Best for: Data professionals adding an AI/ML concentration
NSA CAE: NSA CAE (CAE-R)
Program summary
The University of Alabama sits in Tuscaloosa. Most of the work is on campus—labs and cohort access are part of the draw. AI/ML is a concentration on a data science or analytics master's—not a standalone AI degree.
MS in Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence Concentration
Overview
Availability: Online
Estimated tuition total: Confirm on school site
Credits: 31
Best for: CS students specializing in AI/ML within an MSCS
NSA CAE: NSA CAE (CAE-CD)
Program summary
Expect the parent degree’s core plus an AI-focused set of electives—confirm how many credits must be AI-labeled before you treat it as an AI credential. Delivery is fully online—confirm live vs recorded sessions and any intensives. AI is an MSCS specialization—not a standalone AI master's.
Best for: CS students specializing in AI/ML within an MSCS (Troy University)
Program summary
Start with Troy University if this ranking angle matches your goals. This is a CS master’s with an AI/ML lane—compare specialization coursework against a dedicated AI M.S. if you want the diploma title to say artificial intelligence. Delivery is fully online—confirm live vs recorded sessions and any intensives.
Best for: Students comparing this specialty on cost and delivery (Alabama State University)
Program summary
Students looking at Montgomery will find Alabama State University on this list. Most of the work is on campus—labs and cohort access are part of the draw. This is a broader degree, not a standalone AI program.
On this state ranking, University of Alabama at Birmingham, University of Alabama in Huntsville, and Auburn University appear near the top. We list 17 schools offering AI programs in Alabama. Confirm format and admissions on each school site.
How many AI programs are in Alabama?
About 52 AI programs at 17 schools show up for Alabama on this list. Confirm current offerings on each school site.
Online or campus?
Both can appear on state lists. Check each program’s delivery format and any required campus visits.
How does AIDegrees rank these programs?
We order schools on this page using our ranking method, with more weight on affordability (30%), student outcomes (25%), curriculum (25%). Figures draw from published school tuition and U.S. Department of Education outcomes data when available. Schools cannot pay for a higher rank. About 81% of programs on this list have full scoring data. See the full ranking methodology for weights and data sources.
State list or overall ranking?
Use both—state lists help with in-state tuition and local networks; overall lists compare research strength and online options.
