Educads

North America

Europe

Asia

Oceania

South America

Africa

See all destinations →
All universities in United States Public universities2,465 Private universities50 Texas13 Massachusetts9 New Jersey9 Ohio9 Pennsylvania9 Puerto Rico9 New York32
Business & Management1,085 Social Sciences & Psychology1,001 Medicine & Health Sciences957 Computer Science & IT942 Education907 Arts, Design & Architecture893 Science860 Life Sciences771 Engineering758 Professional Accounting & Finance746 Media & Communication708 Languages & Linguistics611 Law508 Agriculture & Environment507 Music & Performing Arts492 Economics & Public Policy405 Sports & Recreation374 Built Environment131
Bachelor's universities1,024 Master's universities523 Professional universities288 Diploma universities219 PhD universities196 Foundation universities40 Bachelor's programs24,131 Master's programs4,407 Diploma programs2,659 Professional programs1,135 PhD programs736 Foundation programs256 Bachelor's Business & Management760 Master's Business & Management330 Diploma Business & Management131 Bachelor's Social Sciences & Psychology733 Master's Medicine & Health Sciences257 Diploma Medicine & Health Sciences123 Bachelor's Computer Science & IT668 Master's Education244 Diploma Engineering106 Bachelor's Science626 Master's Social Sciences & Psychology237 Diploma Computer Science & IT92
All scholarships Deadlines closing soon Business & Management1,034 Social Sciences & Psychology959 Arts, Design & Architecture929 Medicine & Health Sciences926 Computer Science & IT920 Education916 Science883 Life Sciences779 Engineering777 Professional Accounting & Finance769
Student visa Student life Cost of living Working & jobs Guides

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.

3865Master's Degree
SN Southern New Hampshire University logo
#1,395 in United States United States

Accounting (MS)

Southern New Hampshire University — The Master of Science in Accounting at Southern New Hampshire University is designed to equip students with the comprehensive knowledge and practical skills necessary for...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
View program → About the university
3866Master's Degree
SN Southern New Hampshire University logo
#1,395 in United States United States

Psychology (MS)

Southern New Hampshire University — The Master's degree in Psychology at Southern New Hampshire University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the intricacies of human beha...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Social Sciences & Psychology
View program → About the university
3873Master's Degree
MC Montreat College logo
#1,403 in United States United States

Business Administration

Montreat College — The Master's Degree in Business Administration at Montreat College is designed for aspiring leaders in the business world, providing a comprehensive understanding of key...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Business & Management
View program → About the university
3875Master's Degree
MC Montreat College logo
#1,403 in United States United States

Christian Ministries

Montreat College — The Master's Degree in Christian Ministries at Montreat College is designed for individuals seeking to deepen their understanding of church leadership, biblical studies,...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
View program → About the university
3876Master's Degree
MC Montreat College logo
#1,403 in United States United States

Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Montreat College — The Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Montreat College offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip students with the critical skills necessa...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
View program → About the university
3877Master's Degree
MC Montreat College logo
#1,403 in United States United States

Kinesiology

Montreat College — The Master's degree in Kinesiology at Montreat College offers a comprehensive exploration of human movement, exercise science, and the factors influencing physical activi...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
View program → About the university
3878Master's Degree
MC Montreat College logo
#1,403 in United States United States

Management

Montreat College — The Master's Degree in Management at Montreat College focuses on equipping students with essential leadership and management skills necessary to excel in today’s dynamic...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Business & Management
View program → About the university
3879Master's Degree
MC Montreat College logo
#1,403 in United States United States

Marriage and Family Therapy

Montreat College — The Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at Montreat College offers an in-depth exploration of relationships and family dynamics. This comprehensive program del...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
View program → About the university
3880Master's Degree
NS Northern State University logo
#1,405 in United States United States

Accounting Analytics

Northern State University — The Master's in Accounting Analytics at Northern State University is designed to equip students with vital skills that blend traditional accounting principles with modern...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
View program → About the university
3881Master's Degree
NS Northern State University logo
#1,405 in United States United States

Art Education

Northern State University — The Master’s Degree in Art Education at Northern State University is designed for individuals looking to enhance their teaching skills and deepen their understanding of a...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Education
View program → About the university
3882Master's Degree
NS Northern State University logo
#1,405 in United States United States

Banking and Financial Services

Northern State University — The Master's Degree in Banking and Financial Services at Northern State University offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip students with advanced knowledge an...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
View program → About the university
3883Master's Degree
NS Northern State University logo
#1,405 in United States United States

Educational Studies

Northern State University — The Master's Degree in Educational Studies at Northern State University is designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of educational theories, practice...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Education
View program → About the university
3884Master's Degree
MC Molloy College logo
#1,407 in United States United States

Accounting MBA

Molloy College — The Accounting MBA at Molloy University is designed to equip students with advanced accounting knowledge and managerial skills needed to succeed in today’s complex busine...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Business & Management
View program → About the university
3886Master's Degree
MC Molloy College logo
#1,407 in United States United States

Adolescent Education Biology

Molloy College — The Master's Degree in Adolescent Education with a focus on Biology at Molloy University prepares educators to effectively teach biological concepts to middle and high sc...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Education
View program → About the university
3888Master's Degree
MC Molloy College logo
#1,407 in United States United States

Adolescent Education Chemistry

Molloy College — The Master's Degree in Adolescent Education with a focus on Chemistry at Molloy University prepares future educators to engage and inspire secondary school students in th...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Education
View program → About the university

Programs at other levels

Bachelor's Programs Diploma Programs Foundation Programs PhD Programs Professional Programs

By state

Florida Massachusetts New York Puerto Rico Texas Washington

By city

Commerce Mayaguez New York Orlando Washington

Browse by subject

Business & Management Engineering Computer Science & IT Medicine & Health Sciences Law Social Sciences & Psychology Education Arts, Design & Architecture Science Media & Communication Agriculture & Environment Life Sciences

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).

Get your destination country university & scholarship updates

New scholarships, application deadlines and admission guides — a couple of emails a month, no spam.

Stay updated

Get admission alerts, scholarship deadlines & university news — free.