Admissions

Your application, supporting documents and personal interview are all very important to us, but most of all, we want to get to know you. Please reach out to us with your questions, try to visit us on campus so we can meet in person, and consider attending an admissions event or class. Studying at ÍæÅ¼½ã½ãCox is an intimate experience and connections matter — starting now.

Prepare Your Application for the MS 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 ÍæÅ¼½ã½ãCox 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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The ÍæÅ¼½ã½ãCox Master of Science in AI for Business (MSAIB) is an Early Action 4+1 program. Meeting certain criteria, Cox undergraduates can supplement their business education by joining the MSAIB program immediately after graduation. The 4+1 program comes with a guaranteed scholarship. Ask us how!

Admissions Criteria

MS 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 MSAIB 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
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 ÍæÅ¼½ã½ãCox 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 ÍæÅ¼½ã½ãGraduate Financial Aid Office for guidance on the financial aid process and resources tailored to graduate students. 

Estimated Annual Tuition & Fees:

Item
32 Credit Hours
Tuition
$45,936
University and Program Fees
$9,780
 Health Center Fee
 $300
International Student Fee*
 $200
Total
$55,716

 

Estimated Living Expenses*:

Housing $23,380
Books and Supplies
$2,080
Transportation
$2,905
Misc. Expenses (health ins., etc.)
$4,260

*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 one (1).

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This graduate program at ÍæÅ¼½ã½ãCox will have its first cohort in Fall 2026, contingent upon approval by the ÍæÅ¼½ã½ãBoard of Trustees.