With applications now open for spring and fall 2026, West Virginia University is expanding access to career-focused education with new online programs from the College of Applied Human Sciences and the Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources. These new offerings provide more ways for students to advance their goals from anywhere.
Photo: Students walk past the new mural at the Mountainlair during Welcome Week.
Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources Launches Online Master's in Artificial Intelligence
The Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence from the Statler College is designed for professionals with a background in computer science or related fields who want to apply AI in real-world settings. This fully online graduate program allows students to explore machine learning, data science, and ethical AI practices — preparing them for roles in engineering, data science, analytics and beyond across a range of industries.
Learn more about the exciting work going on at Statler in their recent article about the new online master's degree in artificial intelligence.
College of Applied Human Sciences Expands Educator and Sports Leadership Offerings
The College of Applied Human Sciences has expanded its online portfolio with two new degree programs and a selection of graduate certificates designed for educators and sports professionals.
The fully online Master of Arts in Leadership Studies in Education equips current educators to lead in their schools and communities. With an emphasis on place-based leadership, the program helps students develop the skills to respond to the unique needs of their local school environments.
The new graduate certificates are designed to stack with the new master's degree, allowing students to earn credentials over time and customize their learning to specific career ambitions. The certificates in principalship, general instructional supervision, and combined school and district leadership are also available as standalone options.
For those interested in athletics, coaching, and sport management, the College of Applied Human Sciences now offers flexible online programs designed to support those who want to lead teams, empower athletes, and make a meaningful impact in the world of sports.
The Bachelor of Arts in Sport Leadership provides a flexible pathway for students pursuing careers in coaching, athletic administration, or sport management. Through coursework in team management, strategy, and communication, students gain the skills to thrive in a variety of athletic environments.
In addition to the new online undergraduate program, the graduate certificates in applied sport science and coaching, athlete empowerment through positive coaching, and athlete talent identification and development offer focused, flexible options for professionals looking to strengthen their expertise in key areas of sport leadership.
West Virginia University continually explores and develops programs to meet the needs of today's workforce. Stay tuned for news on future online program offerings.