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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.

4397Master's Degree
TC Talladega College logo
#2,030 in United States United States

Master of Business Administration

Talladega College — The Master of Business Administration (MBA) program at Talladega College is designed for aspiring leaders and innovators from diverse backgrounds. This comprehensive prog...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Business & Management
4399Master's Degree
DW Dakota Wesleyan University logo
#2,093 in United States United States

Athletic Training

Dakota Wesleyan University — The Master's Degree in Athletic Training at Dakota Wesleyan University prepares students to thrive in the dynamic field of sports medicine and athletic performance. This...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
4402Master's Degree
VC Vermilion Community College logo
#2,206 in United States United States

Master of Ministry Degree

Vermilion Community College — The Master of Ministry Degree at Vermilion Community College is designed for individuals looking to deepen their understanding of theology and pastoral leadership. This c...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
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).

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