Prepare Your Application for the M.S. in AI for Business
The application and interview for the Master of Science in AI for Business has some requirements you will see listed below. As you ready yourself for application to SMU Cox though, we encourage you to reach out to our team ahead of time with any questions you may have.
Our team is ready to help you leverage every opportunity you have at the Cox School; before you even apply, we’re ready to discuss your options and goals.
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Admissions Criteria
M.S. in AI for Business Application Requirements
- Current resume
- Written essays
- Unofficial transcripts or degree progress reports
- Degree progress reports must show cumulative GPA and grades for each course taken
- Official transcripts from any university or college where a student earned 12 or more credit hours are required after a student is offered admission
- Two references
- Name and contact information only
- Recommendation letters are not required
- Optional: Unofficial GMAT or GRE score report
International Students have the additional option to submit a TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo score as a part of their application. This testing component is not a requirement. For applicants without a test score, we will assess the application based on a holistic review process that takes all your application components into consideration.
Application Deadlines
Application deadlines for the Master of Science in AI for Business program are below. For any questions about Fall admission, please email gradadmissions@smu.edu to connect with a member of the admission team.
| Deadlines for 2026 - 2027 Entry |
| Round |
Application Due
(11:59pm CST day of deadline) |
| 1* |
October 14, 2025 |
| 2* |
January 13, 2026 |
| 3 |
March 10, 2026 |
| 4 |
April 21, 2026 |
| 5 |
May 26, 2026 |
| Rolling Admissions based on availability after May 26, 2026 |
*Priority deadline for scholarships and fellowships
Tuition & Financing
We recognize that financing your degree is an important part of your decision-making process. The SMU Cox MSAIB program offers a limited number of merit-based scholarships, automatically available to all applicants—no separate application required. These scholarships are awarded based on academic achievement and GMAT/GRE scores. Additional funding can be obtained through a range of loan and private scholarship opportunities.
Admitted MSAIB students will be directed to the SMU Graduate Financial Aid Office for guidance on the financial aid process and resources tailored to graduate students.
| Estimated Tuition & Fees |
Tuition |
$50,000 |
|
University and Program Fees |
$10,872 |
|
Health Center Fee |
$280 |
|
International Student Orientation Fee* |
$100 |
|
International Student Fee* |
$250 |
|
Total Tuition & Fees |
$61,502 |
| Estimated Living Expenses** |
Housing |
$24,528 |
|
Other Expenses (Books, supplies, health insurance, transportation, etc.) |
$11,347 |
|
Total Estimated Living Expenses |
$35,875 |
|
Total Estimated Program Cost |
$97,377 |
*This fee may not apply to all students and depends on international student status.
**This estimated total is based on a 9-month school year for the 2026-27 academic year. The cost may be more or less depending on the student's lifestyle, whether the student lives on-campus or off-campus and whether any family members accompany the student. If family members accompany the student, add $9,000 if 1 dependent (spouse or child) and $4,500 for each dependent after 1.
| Example Semester Cost |
Tuition (assuming 8-credit hour enrollment) |
$12,560 |
| |
University Fees |
$2,704 |
|
Program Fees |
$693 |
|
Health Center Fee |
$140 |
|
Media Fees |
$10 |
|
Estimated Per Semester |
$16,107 |
| |
Estimated Total Cost (all credit hours)* |
$66,336 |
*Tuition and fees are based on 2026-2027 academic year rates and do not reflect future possible tuition and fee increases from year to year.
