111 AI and machine learning programs at 25 schools in Indiana.
Updated
The strongest AI programs in Indiana on this list are led by Purdue University, Ball State University, and Indiana University-Indianapolis. Schools are ordered using our ranking for Indiana, drawn from 111 programs at 25 schools.
Best AI programs in Indiana
Rank
School
Location
1
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN
2
Ball State University
Muncie, IN
3
Indiana University-Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN
4
Indiana University Online
Indianapolis, IN
5
Indiana University
Bloomington, IN
6
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
Terre Haute, IN
7
Purdue University Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne, IN
8
Indiana Wesleyan University-National & Global
Marion, IN
9
University of Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN
10
Valparaiso University
Valparaiso, IN
11
DePauw University
Greencastle, IN
12
Taylor University
Upland, IN
13
Anderson University
Anderson, IN
14
Indiana Institute of Technology
Fort Wayne, IN
15
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN
16
Purdue University-Northwest
Hammond, IN
17
Indiana University-Southeast
New Albany, IN
18
Purdue University Global
West Lafayette, IN
19
Butler University
Indianapolis, IN
20
Earlham College
Richmond, IN
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 85% of programs on this list have full scoring data. Read the full ranking methodology.
Top schools in Indiana
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
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN
MS in Artificial Intelligence
Overview
Availability: Online
Estimated tuition total: $27,990 (~$933/credit)
Credits: 30
Best for: Learners seeking a dedicated AI master's
Accreditation: HLC
NSA CAE: NSA CAE (CAE-R)
Program summary
The title reads AI/ML-first; still open the curriculum map to see how much is core AI versus borrowed CS, stats, or engineering electives. Delivery is fully online—confirm live vs recorded sessions and any intensives. Plan on roughly 2 years. Dedicated AI master's—not an add-on to another degree.
Best for: Managers who want AI literacy inside an MBA
Program summary
Ball State University sits in Muncie. AI/ML sits as a concentration or track inside a broader degree—scan required vs elective AI courses so you know how deep the path actually goes. Delivery is fully online—confirm live vs recorded sessions and any intensives. AI is an MBA concentration—not a standalone AI master's.
Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence (BS in AI)
Overview
Availability: Online
Estimated tuition total: $38,071 (~$317/credit)
Credits: 120
Best for: AI bot designers & developers and human-centered AI
Program summary
Indiana University-Indianapolis anchors this ranking slot. It’s built as a dedicated undergraduate AI major—confirm direct-admit rules and whether students can transfer in after a general first year. Delivery is fully online—confirm live vs recorded sessions and any intensives. Plan on roughly 4 years.
Best for: indiana residents, choice between BA and BS
Program summary
Indiana University Online sits in Indianapolis. Positioned as an AI/ML program on paper; verify labs, final projects, and math required courses match the intensity you want. Delivery is fully online—confirm live vs recorded sessions and any intensives.
Best for: Working adults comparing this online AI/ML path on cost and fit
NSA CAE: NSA CAE (CAE-CD, CAE-R)
Program summary
Indiana University sits in Bloomington. It’s built as a dedicated undergraduate AI major—confirm direct-admit rules and whether students can transfer in after a general first year. Delivery is fully online—confirm live vs recorded sessions and any intensives.
Bachelor's in Data Science / Artificial Intelligence
Overview
Availability: On campus
Estimated tuition total: Confirm on school site
Credits: Confirm on school site
Best for: Data professionals adding an AI/ML concentration
Program summary
Start with Purdue University Fort Wayne if this ranking angle matches your goals. It’s built as a dedicated undergraduate AI major—confirm direct-admit rules and whether students can transfer in after a general first year. 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 bachelor's—not a standalone AI degree.
MS in Artificial Intelligence with Data Analytics Specialization
Overview
Availability: Online
Estimated tuition total: Confirm on school site
Credits: Confirm on school site
Best for: Data professionals adding an AI/ML concentration (AI/ML concentration)
Program summary
Indiana Wesleyan University-National & Global sits in Marion. 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/ML is a concentration on a data science or analytics master's—not a standalone AI degree.
Home unit: DeVoe School of Business, Technology and Leadership. Course map: curriculum bulletin.
MS in Data Analytics with Artificial Intelligence and Data Strategy Certificate
Overview
Availability: Online
Estimated tuition total: Confirm on school site
Credits: Confirm on school site
Best for: Data professionals adding an AI/ML concentration (University of Indianapolis)
Program summary
Start with University of Indianapolis if this ranking angle matches your goals. The title reads AI/ML-first; still open the curriculum map to see how much is core AI versus borrowed CS, stats, or engineering electives. Delivery is fully online—confirm live vs recorded sessions and any intensives. AI/ML is a concentration on a data science or analytics master's—not a standalone AI degree.
Bachelor's in Data Science / Artificial Intelligence
Overview
Availability: On campus
Estimated tuition total: Confirm on school site
Credits: Confirm on school site
Best for: Data professionals adding an AI/ML concentration (Valparaiso University)
Program summary
Valparaiso University anchors this ranking slot. It’s built as a dedicated undergraduate AI major—confirm direct-admit rules and whether students can transfer in after a general first year. 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 bachelor's—not a standalone AI degree.
On this state ranking, Purdue University, Ball State University, and Indiana University-Indianapolis appear near the top. We list 25 schools offering AI programs in Indiana. Confirm format and admissions on each school site.
How many AI programs are in Indiana?
About 111 AI programs at 25 schools show up for Indiana 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 85% 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.
