Best AI Degree Programs in Missouri: 2026 Rankings
90 AI and machine learning programs at 25 schools in Missouri.
Updated
The strongest AI programs in Missouri on this list are led by Maryville University, Missouri University of Science and Technology, and Avila University. Schools are ordered using our ranking for Missouri, drawn from 90 programs at 25 schools.
Best AI programs in Missouri
Rank
School
Location
1
Maryville University
St. Louis, MO
2
Missouri University of Science and Technology
Rolla, MO
3
Avila University
Kansas City, MO
4
Washington University in St Louis
St. Louis, MO
5
University of Missouri-Kansas City
Kansas City, MO
6
Saint Louis University
Saint Louis, MO
7
University of Missouri-St Louis
Saint Louis, MO
8
Missouri State University-Springfield
Springfield, MO
9
Truman State University
Kirksville, MO
10
Lindenwood University
Saint Charles, MO
11
University of Missouri-Columbia
Columbia, MO
12
Webster University
Saint Louis, MO
13
Park University
Parkville, MO
14
Missouri Western State University
Saint Joseph, MO
15
Missouri Southern State University
Joplin, MO
16
Southwest Baptist University
Bolivar, MO
17
University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, MO
18
University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis
Saint Louis, MO
19
Westminster College
Fulton, MO
20
William Jewell College
Liberty, MO
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 87% of programs on this list have full scoring data. Read the full ranking methodology.
Top schools in Missouri
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
Maryville University
St. Louis, MO
Online Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence
Overview
Availability: Online
Estimated tuition total: $25,245 (~$765/credit)
Credits: 33
Best for: Learners seeking a dedicated AI master's
Accreditation: HLC
NSA CAE: NSA CAE (CAE-CD)
Program summary
Students looking at St. Louis will find Maryville University on this list. 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. Plan on roughly 2 years. Dedicated AI master's—not an add-on to another degree.
Best for: Practitioners who want applied AI over research-heavy CS
NSA CAE: NSA CAE (CAE-R)
Program summary
Missouri University of Science and Technology sits in Rolla. Named as an AI or ML degree—use the course list to separate theory-heavy terms from tool-focused applied semesters.
M.S. in Technology Management 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
Program summary
Avila University sits in Kansas City. 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.
BS in Computer Science — Artificial Intelligence Emphasis
Overview
Availability: On campus
Estimated tuition total: Confirm on school site
Credits: Confirm on school site
Best for: CS students specializing in AI/ML within a bachelor's
NSA CAE: NSA CAE (CAE-R)
Program summary
University of Missouri-Kansas City anchors this ranking slot. 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. Most of the work is on campus—labs and cohort access are part of the draw.
Best for: Students comparing this specialty on cost and delivery (Saint Louis University)
NSA CAE: NSA CAE (CAE-CD)
Program summary
Saint Louis University 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.
Best for: Data professionals adding an AI/ML concentration
NSA CAE: NSA CAE (CAE-CD)
Program summary
University of Missouri-St Louis is based in Saint Louis. 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 (Missouri State University-Springfield)
Program summary
Missouri State University-Springfield anchors this ranking slot. Most of the work is on campus—labs and cohort access are part of the draw. Plan on roughly 10 semesters. This is a broader degree, not a standalone AI program.
Best for: Students comparing this specialty on cost and delivery (Truman State University)
Program summary
Truman State University is based in Kirksville. 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.
BA in Interdisciplinary Studies with Human-Centered AI Emphasis
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 (Lindenwood University)
Program summary
Lindenwood University sits in Saint Charles. This is a specialization on a larger program, not a standalone AI diploma; the parent major still drives required courses and campus-visit rules. Delivery is fully online—confirm live vs recorded sessions and any intensives.
On this state ranking, Maryville University, Missouri University of Science and Technology, and Avila University appear near the top. We list 25 schools offering AI programs in Missouri. Confirm format and admissions on each school site.
How many AI programs are in Missouri?
About 90 AI programs at 25 schools show up for Missouri 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 87% 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.
