Best AI Degree Programs in Maryland: 2026 Rankings
109 AI and machine learning programs at 25 schools in Maryland.
Updated
The strongest AI programs in Maryland on this list are led by University of Maryland-Baltimore County, Johns Hopkins University, and University of Maryland. Schools are ordered using our ranking for Maryland, drawn from 109 programs at 25 schools.
Best AI programs in Maryland
Rank
School
Location
1
University of Maryland-Baltimore County
Baltimore, MD
2
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD
3
University of Maryland
College Park, MD
4
University of Maryland, Global Campus
Adelphi, MD
5
Montgomery College
Rockville, MD
6
Towson University
Towson, MD
7
Morgan State University
Baltimore, MD
8
Capitol Technology University
Laurel, MD
9
Bowie State University
Bowie, MD
10
Loyola University Maryland
Baltimore, MD
11
University of Maryland-Baltimore
Baltimore, MD
12
University of Baltimore
Baltimore, MD
13
Salisbury University
Salisbury, MD
14
Carroll Community College
Westminster, MD
15
Goucher College
Baltimore, MD
16
Harford Community College
Bel Air, MD
17
Washington College
Chestertown, MD
18
Mount St. Mary's University
Emmitsburg, MD
19
Frostburg State University
Frostburg, MD
20
Allegany College of Maryland
Cumberland, MD
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 Maryland
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 Maryland-Baltimore County
Baltimore, MD
MS in Information Systems · Artificial Intelligence Track
Overview
Availability: Online
Estimated tuition total: $45,630 (~$1,521/credit)
Credits: 30
Best for: focus wider than AI
Accreditation: MSCHE
NSA CAE: NSA CAE (CAE-CD, CAE-R)
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. Plan on roughly 2 years.
Best for: Learners seeking a dedicated AI master's
NSA CAE: NSA CAE (CAE-R)
Program summary
Johns Hopkins is based in Baltimore. 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 up to 5 years. Dedicated AI master's—not an add-on to another degree.
Best for: CS students specializing in AI/ML within a bachelor's
Accreditation: MSCHE
NSA CAE: NSA CAE (CAE-R)
Program summary
This is a specialization on a larger program, not a standalone AI diploma; the parent major still drives required courses and campus-visit rules. Most of the work is on campus—labs and cohort access are part of the draw.
Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence (BS in AI)
Overview
Availability: Online
Estimated tuition total: $40,440 (~$337/credit)
Credits: 120
Best for: ML-focused engineers who want applied AI coursework
NSA CAE: NSA CAE (CAE-CD)
Program summary
University of Maryland, Global Campus is based in Adelphi. 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.
Associate in Data Science / Artificial Intelligence
Overview
Availability: On campus
Estimated tuition total: Confirm on school site
Credits: 60
Best for: Data professionals adding an AI/ML concentration
NSA CAE: NSA CAE (CAE-CD)
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. 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.
Best for: Students comparing this specialty on cost and delivery
NSA CAE: NSA CAE (CAE-CD, CAE-CO, CAE-R)
Program summary
Towson University's program is the one profiled here. 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.
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 (Morgan State University)
NSA CAE: NSA CAE (CAE-CD)
Program summary
Morgan State University is based in Baltimore. 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.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Artificial Intelligence
Overview
Availability: Online
Estimated tuition total: Confirm on school site
Credits: Confirm on school site
Best for: Working adults comparing this online AI/ML path on cost and fit
NSA CAE: NSA CAE (CAE-CD)
Program summary
Capitol Technology University sits in Laurel. 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: Students comparing this specialty on cost and delivery (Loyola University Maryland)
Program summary
Loyola University Maryland is based in Baltimore. Most of the work is on campus—labs and cohort access are part of the draw. Plan on roughly 8 semesters. This is a broader degree, not a standalone AI program.
On this state ranking, University of Maryland-Baltimore County, Johns Hopkins University, and University of Maryland appear near the top. We list 25 schools offering AI programs in Maryland. Confirm format and admissions on each school site.
How many AI programs are in Maryland?
About 109 AI programs at 25 schools show up for Maryland 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.
