Best AI Degree Programs in Minnesota: 2026 Rankings
76 AI and machine learning programs at 25 schools in Minnesota.
Updated
The strongest AI programs in Minnesota on this list are led by Concordia University, St. Paul; University of Minnesota-Twin Cities; and University of St Thomas. Schools are ordered using our ranking for Minnesota, drawn from 76 programs at 25 schools.
Best AI programs in Minnesota
Rank
School
Location
1
Concordia University, St. Paul
St. Paul, MN
2
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN
3
University of St Thomas
Saint Paul, MN
4
Saint Johns University
Collegeville, MN
5
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN
6
St Olaf College
Northfield, MN
7
Bethel University
Saint Paul, MN
8
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
9
North Hennepin Community College
Brooklyn Park, MN
10
Augsburg University
Minneapolis, MN
11
Metropolitan State University
Saint Paul, MN
12
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota
Winona, MN
13
Saint Cloud State University
Saint Cloud, MN
14
Winona State University
Winona, MN
15
St Catherine University
Saint Paul, MN
16
Minnesota State University-Mankato
Mankato, MN
17
University of Minnesota-Morris
Morris, MN
18
Carleton College
Northfield, MN
19
Normandale Community College
Bloomington, MN
20
University of Minnesota-Duluth
Duluth, MN
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 90% of programs on this list have full scoring data. Read the full ranking methodology.
Top schools in Minnesota
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
Concordia University, St. Paul
St. Paul, MN
MS in Artificial Intelligence
Overview
Availability: Online
Estimated tuition total: $15,750 (~$525/credit)
Credits: 30
Best for: Learners seeking a dedicated AI master's
Accreditation: HLC
Program summary
Concordia University, St. Paul anchors this ranking slot. 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. Plan on roughly 1.5 years. Dedicated AI master's—not an add-on to another 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
Program summary
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities sits in Minneapolis. 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.
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 (University of St Thomas)
Program summary
Students looking at Saint Paul will find University of St Thomas on this list. 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.
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 (Saint Johns University)
Program summary
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.
BS in IT · Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence specialization
Overview
Availability: Online
Estimated tuition total: Confirm on school site
Credits: 90
Best for: Data professionals adding an AI/ML concentration (AI/ML concentration)
NSA CAE: NSA CAE (CAE-CD)
Program summary
Students looking at Minneapolis will find Capella University on this list. 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/ML is a concentration on a data science or analytics bachelor's—not a standalone AI degree.
BA in Business with Analytics and Artificial Intelligence for Business Emphasis
Overview
Availability: Varies
Estimated tuition total: Confirm on school site
Credits: Confirm on school site
Best for: Data professionals adding an AI/ML concentration (Bethel University)
Program summary
Bethel University is based in Saint Paul. This is a specialization on a larger program, not a standalone AI diploma; the parent major still drives required courses and campus-visit rules. AI/ML is a concentration on a data science or analytics bachelor's—not a standalone AI degree.
Home unit: Department of Business. Details: program page.
Master's in Data Science / Artificial Intelligence
Overview
Availability: Online
Estimated tuition total: Confirm on school site
Credits: Confirm on school site
Best for: Data professionals adding an AI/ML concentration (Walden University)
Accreditation: HLC
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. AI/ML is a concentration on a data science or analytics master's—not a standalone AI degree.
Best for: Students comparing this specialty on cost and delivery (North Hennepin Community College)
Program summary
North Hennepin Community College is based in Brooklyn Park. 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 (Augsburg University)
Program summary
Augsburg University sits in Minneapolis. 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, Concordia University, St. Paul; University of Minnesota-Twin Cities; and University of St Thomas appear near the top. We list 25 schools offering AI programs in Minnesota. Confirm format and admissions on each school site.
How many AI programs are in Minnesota?
About 76 AI programs at 25 schools show up for Minnesota 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 90% 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.
