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Bachelor's universities1,025 Master's universities524 Professional universities288 Diploma universities219 PhD universities197 Foundation universities40 Bachelor's programs24,145 Master's programs4,426 Diploma programs2,659 Professional programs1,135 PhD programs745 Foundation programs256 Bachelor's Business & Management760 Master's Business & Management331 Diploma Business & Management131 Bachelor's Social Sciences & Psychology733 Master's Medicine & Health Sciences257 Diploma Medicine & Health Sciences123 Bachelor's Computer Science & IT669 Master's Education245 Diploma Engineering106 Bachelor's Science627 Master's Social Sciences & Psychology238 Diploma Computer Science & IT92
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4,504 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.

529Master's Degree
CG CUNY Graduate School and University Center logo
QS World #545 #134 in United States New York, United States

Nanoscience

CUNY Graduate School and University Center — The Master's Degree in Nanoscience at CUNY Graduate School and University Center offers an interdisciplinary approach to exploring the exciting field of nanotechnology. T...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Science
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530Master's Degree
CG CUNY Graduate School and University Center logo
QS World #545 #134 in United States New York, United States

Philosophy

CUNY Graduate School and University Center — The Master's Degree in Philosophy at the CUNY Graduate School and University Center offers a comprehensive exploration of philosophical thought from a diverse range of pe...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Social Sciences & Psychology
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531Master's Degree
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QS World #545 #134 in United States New York, United States

Political Science

CUNY Graduate School and University Center — The Master's Degree in Political Science at CUNY Graduate School and University Center equips students with a comprehensive understanding of political systems, theories,...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Social Sciences & Psychology
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532Master's Degree
CG CUNY Graduate School and University Center logo
QS World #545 #134 in United States New York, United States

Quantitative Methods in the Social Sciences

CUNY Graduate School and University Center — The Master's program in Quantitative Methods in the Social Sciences at CUNY Graduate School and University Center is designed to equip students with essential skills to a...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Social Sciences & Psychology
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533Master's Degree
CG CUNY Graduate School and University Center logo
QS World #545 #134 in United States New York, United States

Women's and Gender Studies

CUNY Graduate School and University Center — The Master's Degree in Women's and Gender Studies at CUNY Graduate School and University Center provides an interdisciplinary approach to understanding gender, sexuality,...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Social Sciences & Psychology
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541Master's Degree
FI Florida International University logo
QS World #574 #155 in United States United States

Accounting

Florida International University — The Master's Degree in Accounting at Florida International University is designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of advanced accounting principles a...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
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543Master's Degree
FI Florida International University logo
QS World #574 #155 in United States United States

Adult Education and Human Resource Development

Florida International University — Program OverviewThe Master’s Degree in Adult Education and Human Resource Development at Florida International University is designed to equip students with the skills ne...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Business & Management
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545Master's Degree
FI Florida International University logo
QS World #574 #155 in United States United States

African and African Diaspora Studies

Florida International University — The Master's Degree in African and African Diaspora Studies at Florida International University offers a deep dive into the historical and contemporary issues affecting A...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Social Sciences & Psychology
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546Master's Degree
FI Florida International University logo
QS World #574 #155 in United States United States

Applied AI & Internet of Things

Florida International University — Course OverviewThe Master’s program in Applied AI & Internet of Things (IoT) at Florida International University provides students with an in-depth understanding of the i...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Computer Science & IT
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549Master's Degree
FI Florida International University logo
QS World #574 #155 in United States United States

Art Education

Florida International University — The Master's Degree in Art Education at Florida International University is designed to prepare students for successful careers in the field of art education. The program...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Education
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552Master's Degree
FI Florida International University logo
QS World #574 #155 in United States United States

Asian Studies

Florida International University — The Master's degree in Asian Studies at Florida International University provides an in-depth exploration of the cultures, languages, history, and contemporary issues of...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Social Sciences & Psychology
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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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