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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.

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Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN)

ECPI University — The Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN) program at ECPI University is designed for individuals aspiring to become advanced practice registered nurses with a focus on family c...

Master's DegreeLevel
1.5 YearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
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MS in Healthcare Administration

ECPI University — The Master of Science in Healthcare Administration at ECPI University equips students with the essential knowledge and skills to excel in the rapidly evolving field of he...

Master's DegreeLevel
14 MonthsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
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Master of Science in Physician Assistant

ECPI University — The Master of Science in Physician Assistant program at ECPI University prepares students for a dynamic role in the healthcare field. The curriculum is designed to provid...

Master's DegreeLevel
24 MonthsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Science
4320Master's Degree
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Nursing Education (MSN)

ECPI University — The Master of Science in Nursing Education (MSN) program at ECPI University equips students with the advanced skills and knowledge necessary to become effective nurse edu...

Master's DegreeLevel
15 MonthsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health 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).

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