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4,407 Best Master's Programs in the United States

There are 4,407 Master's programs in the United States, spread across 524 universities, typically lasting 1–2 years. Courses from Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Stanford University and University of Chicago come first, because those universities rank highest.

244Master's Degree
CS Claremont School of Theology logo
United States

Master of Theological Studies

Claremont School of Theology — The Master of Theological Studies (MTS) offered at Claremont School of Theology provides a comprehensive understanding of theological principles, biblical studies, ethics...

Master's DegreeLevel
48 creditsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Social Sciences & Psychology
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245Master's Degree
HT Hood Theological logo
United States

Master of Theological Studies

Hood Theological — The Master of Theological Studies at Hood Theological Seminary prepares students for various contexts within ministry and theological reflection. The course encompasses a...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Social Sciences & Psychology
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249Master's Degree
PI Pratt Institute logo
United States

Media Studies

Pratt Institute — The Master's Degree in Media Studies at Pratt Institute is designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of media's role in society and its powerful impac...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
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250Master's Degree
PI Pratt Institute logo
United States

Media Studies

Pratt Institute — The Master's Degree in Media Studies at Pratt Institute offers an interdisciplinary exploration of media practices, theories, and technologies. The program covers a compr...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
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252Master's Degree
PI Pratt Institute logo
United States

Museums and Digital Culture

Pratt Institute — The Master's Degree in Museums and Digital Culture at Pratt Institute equips students with the essential skills to navigate and innovate in the ever-evolving landscape of...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
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254Master's Degree
PI Pratt Institute logo
United States

Packaging, Identities and Systems Design

Pratt Institute — The Master's Degree in Packaging, Identities and Systems Design at Pratt Institute focuses on the intricate relationship between design, packaging, and branding. This mul...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
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255Master's Degree
PI Pratt Institute logo
United States

Packaging, Identities and Systems Design

Pratt Institute — The Master's program in Packaging, Identities and Systems Design at Pratt Institute provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the complex nature of packagin...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
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257Master's Degree
PI Pratt Institute logo
United States

Photography

Pratt Institute — The Master's Degree in Photography at Pratt Institute-Main offers a comprehensive curriculum that blends technical proficiency with artistic expression. Students engage w...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
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261Master's Degree
UP University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez logo
Mayaguez, Puerto Rico, United States

Protección de Cultivos

University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez — La Maestría en Protección de Cultivos es un programa integral que se centra en las técnicas y métodos científicos para salvaguardar la agricultura ante diversas amenazas....

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Agriculture & Environment
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264Master's Degree
UP University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez logo
Mayaguez, Puerto Rico, United States

Recursos Humanos

University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez — The Master's Degree in Human Resources at the University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez is designed for students seeking to deepen their understanding of human capital managemen...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Business & Management
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How these courses are ranked

33 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #1 (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) to #575 (University of South Carolina); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. Stanford University has the largest research record in this group, with 89,857,545 citations and an h-index of 2,527. 24 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 most common subjects are Business & Management (820), Education (611), Medicine & Health Sciences (599) and Social Sciences & Psychology (460). The usual length is 1–2 years and null. 82% are full-time and 679 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (100% of courses with a stated intake). Pratt Institute offers the widest choice, with 73 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Master's in the United States?

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (QS World #1), Stanford University (QS World #3) and University of Chicago (QS World #13) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Master's in the United States?

Of those with published fees, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez is the least expensive at about USD 5,274 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Master's course take in the United States?

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

When do Master's 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.

Can I study Master's online with a university in the United States?

679 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Master's courses in the United States?

Pratt Institute, with 73, ahead of University of Texas at Tyler (60).

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