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All universities in United States Public universities2,465 Private universities50 Texas13 Massachusetts9 New Jersey9 Ohio9 Pennsylvania9 Puerto Rico9 New York32
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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
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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.

1705Master's Degree
NU Norwich University logo
#538 in United States United States

Master of Science in Management

Norwich University — The Master of Science in Management program at Norwich University is designed to equip students with the essential knowledge and skills needed to excel in today's dynamic...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Business & Management
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1706Master's Degree
NU Norwich University logo
#538 in United States United States

Master of Science in Nursing

Norwich University — The Master of Science in Nursing at Norwich University is designed for registered nurses who aim to advance their careers while providing exceptional patient care. This p...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
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1710Master's Degree
NU Norwich University logo
#538 in United States United States

Master of Science in Nursing: Nurse Educator

Norwich University — The Master of Science in Nursing: Nurse Educator program at Norwich University is designed for registered nurses who aspire to transition into educational roles within th...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
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1711Master's Degree
NU Norwich University logo
#538 in United States United States

Master of Science in Nursing: Nurse Practitioner

Norwich University — The Master of Science in Nursing: Nurse Practitioner program at Norwich University is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in advan...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
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1713Master's Degree
TA Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi logo
#541 in United States United States

Accounting MBA Online

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi — The Accounting MBA Online program at Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi is designed to equip students with advanced skills in accounting, business management, and anal...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Business & Management
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1714Master's Degree
TA Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi logo
#541 in United States United States

Accounting Online

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi — The Master's degree in Accounting at Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi prepares students for a dynamic career in the accounting profession. The program offers a compr...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
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1715Master's Degree
TA Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi logo
#541 in United States United States

Master of Accountancy

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi — The Master of Accountancy at Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi is designed to equip students with advanced accounting skills and knowledge necessary for a successful...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
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1716Master's Degree
TA Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi logo
#541 in United States United States

Master of Business Administration

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi — The Master of Business Administration (MBA) program at Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to thri...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
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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