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25 Best Foundation Science Programs in the United States

There are 25 Foundation Science programs in the United States, spread across 15 universities — most run 1 year. The list starts with courses at Sussex County Community College, University of Arkansas - Monticello and Northwestern State University.

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#2,131 in United States United States

Natural Sciences

Shelton State Community College — The Foundation course in Natural Sciences at Shelton State Community College offers students a comprehensive introduction to the basic principles of the natural sciences,...

FoundationLevel
1 yearDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Science

How these courses are ranked

The rest are ordered by research impact. Sussex County Community College has the largest research record in this group, with 44,280 citations and an h-index of 94. 2 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

What the courses look like

The usual length is 1 year and 2 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (100% of courses with a stated intake). Carl Albert State College offers the widest choice, with 5 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Foundation Science in the United States?

Sussex County Community College (#983 in United States), University of Arkansas - Monticello (#1,101 in United States) and Northwestern State University (#1,182 in United States) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does a Foundation Science course take in the United States?

Most listed courses run 1 year, with 2 years the next most common.

When do Foundation Science courses start in the United States?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Which university has the most Foundation Science courses in the United States?

Carl Albert State College, with 5, ahead of Sheridan College (2).

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