Master of Science in Quantum AI Applications
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Accelerate Your Career With Leading-Edge Quantum AI Skills
Quantum computing is rapidly moving out of research labs to bring powerful new technologies to fields such as business, cybersecurity and healthcare. Merrimack’s online Master of Science in Quantum AI Applications equips you with the technical expertise, hands-on lab work and professional skills to build and apply quantum solutions to real-world challenges — no advanced physics or prior quantum experience required.
Quick Facts:
36-credit master’s degree
Complete in 19 months part time
100 percent online coursework with recorded and live evening classes
Scholarships available
Financial aid eligible
No prerequisites or experience required
Learn more about Merrimack’s M.S. in Quantum AI Applications.
Why Merrimack’s M.S. in Quantum AI Applications?
Discover how our program is designed to make quantum AI practical, accessible and immediately relevant to your career.
Run Code on Real Quantum Hardware
Learn and apply quantum programming frameworks to solve complex business problems in industries such as finance, healthcare, cybersecurity and logistics.
No Advanced Math or Physics Required
Unlike many quantum computing programs, you don’t need a background in advanced physics or linear algebra. No prerequisites or experience are required.
Hands-On, Real-World Projects
Apply what you learn through actual use cases. For example, in the Quantum Machine Learning course, you’ll develop a therapeutic design using genomics data.
Solve With Quantum AI Industry Tools
Gain experience with tools used by today’s quantum professionals to create practical solutions to business challenges, including IBM Qiskit, PennyLane and Google Colab.
Quantum Computing Is Where AI Goes Next
Acquire the knowledge and practical skills to apply next-generation technologies where organizations need them most. Throughout the program, you’ll learn how to:
Solve complex challenges: Apply quantum computing, AI and data science to address critical business and technical problems.
Drive practical solutions: Leverage emerging technologies to improve decision-making, optimize operations and strengthen cybersecurity.
Connect technology and strategy: Translate quantum capabilities into measurable business value for cross-functional teams and key stakeholders.
Build the Skills To Lead in Quantum AI
In our program, you develop a blend of technical expertise and strategic problem-solving skills that prepare you to apply quantum AI in varied business environments.
Technical Skills
AI and machine learning: Integrating machine learning and artificial intelligence solutions
Data analytics and modeling: Utilizing advanced data analysis, predictive modeling and strategy
Quantum cybersecurity: Employing cryptographic risk assessment and post-quantum encryption strategies
Risk management: Mitigating technical and operational risks in emerging tech
Power Skills
Solution architecture: Framing complex problems and designing end-to-end solutions
Business alignment: Translating technical capabilities into measurable business impact
Strategic innovation: Leading strategic planning and decision-making for emerging tech
Technical communication: Communicating complex concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders
Industry Tools
Gain hands-on experience with platforms and technologies used in today’s quantum computing ecosystem, including:
- IBM Qiskit
- Google Colab
- PennyLane
- Python-based environments
Earn Career-Ready Graduate Certificates as You Learn
As you progress through the Master of Science in Quantum AI Applications, you’ll earn two embedded graduate certificates that recognize the specialized skills you acquire throughout the program and provide valuable credentials:
- Data Science Foundations Certificate
- Quantum Computing Certificate
Note: Both Data Science Foundations and Quantum Computing are available as standalone 12-credit graduate certificates for students with a working knowledge of Python.
Position Yourself for Emerging Careers in Quantum AI
As demand for quantum-skilled talent accelerates across industries, new opportunities are opening for professionals who can translate complex theory into practical business solutions.
Potential Career Paths
Graduates of our program are ready to pursue varied roles, including:
- Quantum machine learning engineer
- Quantum software developer
- AI & quantum solutions architect
- Quantum algorithms engineer
Relevant Industries
The quantum computing skills you acquire can be applied across a wide range of industries, including:
- Business operations and logistics
- Cybersecurity
- Data science and analytics
- Finance
- Healthcare and life sciences
M.S. in Quantum Computing Coursework and Structure
The Master of Science in Quantum AI Applications integrates quantum computing, artificial intelligence and data science into a practical, hands-on curriculum.
Curriculum (36 credits)
The 36-credit curriculum is divided into three components: foundational coursework in data science and AI, specialized courses in applied quantum systems and a capstone project that brings everything together. Each stage builds the knowledge and skills needed to apply quantum AI to real-world challenges.
Core Courses (16 credits)
- DSE 5001 – Introduction to Data Science and Statistics
- DSE 5002 – SQL and Python Programming
- DSE 6111 – Predictive Modeling
- DSE 6211 – Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence
Applied Quantum Systems Courses (16 credits)
- DSE 6115 – Quantum Applications
- DSE 6116 – Quantum Machine Learning
- DSE 6117 – Quantum Communication and Networks
- DSE 6118 – Post-Quantum Readiness Engineering
Capstone Project (4 credits)
- DSE 6311 – Capstone in Quantum AI Applications
Learn From Faculty Driving Quantum AI Innovation
Study alongside faculty at the forefront of quantum computing and AI innovation. Gain insight from industry-leading researchers and discover how innovative technologies are being applied to solve critical global problems.
Faculty Spotlight
Dr. Don Roosan
Associate Professor of Data Science and Principal Investigator of Merrimack’s Quantum AI (QAI) Lab
Dr. Don Roosan brings more than a decade of experience in developing advanced artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning applications. His work focuses on harnessing healthcare data to enhance patient outcomes through innovative AI solutions. Additionally, Dr. Roosan specializes in creating quantum computing applications for the healthcare sector, emphasizing drug discovery and molecular design. His contributions to the field are distinguished by a deep understanding of both AI and quantum computing, aimed at driving transformative advancements in patient care and medical research.
Dr. Roosan has edited two books on the subject: “Quantum Informatics for Novel Therapeutics, AI-Enhanced Cybersecurity and Data Science for Next-Generation Healthcare” and “Quantum Computing in Medicine: Transforming Drug Discovery, Protein Folding, and Genomics Research through Artificial Intelligence Integration.”
Research Spotlight
Quantum AI (QAI) Lab
Merrimack’s Quantum AI (QAI) Lab is an interdisciplinary research hub dedicated to advancing quantum computing and artificial intelligence. The lab brings together experts across disciplines to translate emerging technologies into practical healthcare solutions while preparing the next generation of interdisciplinary leaders.
Research areas include:
- Quantum biology
- Quantum-safe cybersecurity
- AI-powered clinical decision-making
Student Support Resources
Students in Merrimack’s Master of Science in Quantum AI Applications program benefit from a comprehensive network of academic, career and wellness resources designed to support success inside and outside the classroom. These include:
- Specialized, graduate-level tutoring in computer science topics, providing dedicated support for coursework and technical skill development
- Dedicated academic advising and student success coaching
- Writing assistance, library services, accessibility services and virtual tutoring
- Career counseling, resume reviews, interview preparation, networking opportunities and access to virtual career tools
- Mental health and wellness counseling services
- On-campus fitness center access and opportunities to participate in intramural and club sports
- Online student communities, including Discord groups, that foster peer connection and informal academic support
- Access to collaborative lab and maker spaces for hands-on learning and applied experimentation
- Use of the Quantum AI (QAI) Lab
Many of these services are available remotely, ensuring online and hybrid learners receive the same high level of support as on-campus students.
It’s Easy to Apply Online
A complete application includes:
- Online application (no fee)
- Official college transcripts from all institutions attended
- Resume or LinkedIn profile
GRE and GMAT scores are not required. Additional materials may be requested.
Tuition and Financial Aid
$750
per credit*
36
credits
$27,000
tuition
*Tuition based on 2026-2027 academic year.
Tuition and fees are subject to change annually.
Additional program fees may apply.
Financial Aid
Merrimack College remains committed to providing one of the most affordable online M.S. in Quantum AI Applications programs, ensuring students can access a high-quality, regionally accredited, private business school education at a competitive price.
As a graduate student, you may qualify for federal loans. We strongly encourage all eligible graduate students to apply for federal financial aid, even if they don’t demonstrate an exceptional financial need.*
Graduate students also have the option of obtaining private loans and/or enrolling in an institutional payment plan.
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Merrimack College’s FAFSA school code is 002120.
*Certificate programs do not qualify for federal financial aid.
Scholarships
Alumni discount: Double Warrior Scholarships are available to all Merrimack graduates. New alumni automatically receive a 33 percent savings on tuition if they begin a graduate degree program within two terms following graduation. All other alumni (i.e., those with an earlier graduation date) are eligible for a tuition discount of 25 percent.
Key Dates and Deadlines
This program enrolls six times a year. Each term is eight weeks.
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