University of Pennsylvania Launches the First Ivy League AI Undergraduate Degree

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University of Pennsylvania Launches the First Ivy League AI Undergraduate Degree

The University of Pennsylvania has announced that it will offer the first undergraduate degree in artificial intelligence (AI) from an Ivy League university. Starting in fall 2024, Penn will offer a Bachelor of Science in Engineering in Artificial Intelligence. 

This new program recognizes the growing importance of AI across many fields like healthcare, transportation, robotics, and more. With AI becoming more advanced, there is a need for engineers who understand AI principles and how to apply them ethically. 

The degree will provide students with a strong foundation in machine learning, algorithms, data analytics, and robotics. Courses will be taught by top Penn faculty in the new Amy Gutmann Hall building. 

Raj and Neera Singh, pioneers in innovation, established this new AI program through a donation to Penn Engineering. They hope this program will help shape the future of the AI field. 

Students can apply for the new AI program starting this fall for the 2024-2025 academic year. Applications for the following year, 2025-2026, will open next fall. Upon graduating, students will be well-positioned to help develop and apply AI technologies responsibly.