Two Years of DeVry's AI Lab: From Classroom AI Assistants to Workforce-Ready Credentials
DeVry marks two years of its AI Lab, weaving AI into courses, coaching, and career tools. New programs and an AI assistant aim to build job-ready skills across every discipline.
AI-Driven Education: DeVry University Redefines Learning and Innovation
DeVry University marks two years of its Artificial Intelligence (AI) Lab-an initiative focused on one thing: closing the gap between emerging tech and workforce-ready skills.
Since 2023, the university has pushed AI into curriculum, faculty development, student support and credentials. The goal is simple: make AI literacy a standard across programs and careers.
Why this matters for educators
AI is reshaping job roles and expectations across sectors. Projections point to higher demand in data, software and cybersecurity roles, with growth across professional, scientific, technical and information fields-key signals for program design and workforce partnerships.
Research cited by DeVry shows a split reality: many workers expect AI to make work easier and want to reskill, while many employers see employees falling behind. The World Economic Forum estimates a majority of workers will need reskilling by 2030, yet a portion may never receive it. For context, see the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics employment projections and WEF's Future of Jobs overview.
What DeVry has rolled out
- Launched DeVryPro, an AI-enabled online learning platform with practical, self-paced courses developed with industry input.
- Introduced HireDeVry, a centralized hub for career planning and job search support.
- Expanded academic options:
- Graduate certificate and a new MBA track in AI & Business Analytics
- AI and Data Analytics undergraduate certificate, plus a new specialization in the bachelor's in Software Development
- More than a dozen courses across AI, machine learning and analytics
- Sponsorship of 1871's AI Innovation Lab to support Chicago-area tech startups.
AI across the learning experience
All DeVry and Keller courses now include an integrated AI assistant to provide around-the-clock support. Learners also use AI tutors for writing and for many engineering and technology courses.
The university is expanding AI-led solutions in health information programs and applying AI-enabled, competency-based learning in business disciplines. The intent is to increase engagement and keep learners moving forward.
Agentic AI in practice
DeVry's approach emphasizes interaction over one-off transactions. AI learning coaches inside DeVryPro prompt better thinking, accountability and real-world application.
- Answering questions
- Prompting deeper thinking
- Providing assignment feedback
- Researching class topics
- Offering new perspectives and encouraging discussion
"AI skills are the new currency," said Dr. Shantanu Bose, provost and chief academic officer. Richard Korczyk, chief experience officer, added that Agentic AI acts like a teaching partner-recognizing progress, adapting responses and encouraging critical thinking.
Commitment and what's next
DeVry plans to embed AI literacy and skill-building into 100% of courses by the end of this academic year. From foundational topics to advanced graduate work, the aim is job-relevant practice that matches current and emerging roles.
The focus remains clear: stay responsive to industry shifts, remove barriers to lifelong learning and help students lead through change.
For institutions and academic teams
If you're building AI upskilling pathways for faculty or staff, you can also explore curated programs by role to speed selection and adoption.
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About DeVry University
Founded in 1931, DeVry University offers undergraduate and graduate programs online and onsite across Business, Healthcare and Technology. DeVry University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (www.hlcommission.org/). The Keller Graduate School of Management is included in this accreditation.
