Kennesaw State University (KSU) will introduce a Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence beginning in Fall 2026, following approval by the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia. This move makes KSU the first university in Georgia to offer both undergraduate and graduate degrees specifically focused on artificial intelligence.
The new program will be available at KSU’s Marietta Campus as well as online, under the College of Computing and Software Engineering. The initiative aims to address the rising demand for AI professionals both within Georgia and across the United States.
KSU already offers an artificial intelligence concentration within its Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and began a Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence in 2024.
“With AI driving innovation across industries including healthcare, manufacturing, logistics, public safety and business services, our new degree is structured to help meet Georgia’s expanding need for a highly skilled workforce,” said Ivan Pulinkala, KSU’s provost and executive vice president for academic affairs. “Students will gain the training necessary to enter careers that support the state’s economic competitiveness and respond to employer demand for professionals who can build and apply AI-driven technologies.”
The curriculum includes experiential learning opportunities such as a first-year experience course, a writing-intensive course tailored to computing, and an applied AI capstone project where students collaborate with industry partners relevant to their minor area. Students may also participate in internships or undergraduate research for academic credit.
“The interdisciplinary nature of the degree, including the core foundation in computing and the required minor in a field where AI applications are growing, will equip our students to maximize the limitless potential of artificial intelligence,” said Yiming Ji, interim dean of the College of Computing and Software Engineering. “At a time when technology is transforming business and industry at an extraordinary pace, our graduates will be prepared to apply artificial intelligence ethically and effectively in real world settings.”
A report from the Georgia Chamber of Commerce indicated that artificial intelligence is expected to play a significant role as Georgia anticipates adding 186,000 new STEM jobs over five years. Over 60 percent of executives surveyed said they plan increased investment in AI technologies within three years. Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows employment for computer and information research scientists—which includes many AI roles—is projected to grow by 21 percent between 2021 and 2031.
