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4,426 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.

2026Master's Degree
PC Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine logo
#647 in United States United States

Applied Behavior Analysis (MS)

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine — The Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine equips students with a comprehensive understanding of how behavioral pr...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
2027Master's Degree
PC Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine logo
#647 in United States United States

Biomedical Sciences (MS)

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine — The Master's in Biomedical Sciences at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the biological scie...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
2028Master's Degree
PC Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine logo
#647 in United States United States

Biomedical Sciences (MS) - One Year Master's Program

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine — The Master's in Biomedical Sciences program at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
2029Master's Degree
PC Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine logo
#647 in United States United States

Forensic Medicine (MS)

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine — The Master of Science in Forensic Medicine at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine is a comprehensive program designed to equip students with the knowledge an...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
2032Master's Degree
PC Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine logo
#647 in United States United States

Mental Health Counseling (MS)

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine — The Mental Health Counseling Master's program at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine is designed to provide students with the comprehensive knowledge and ski...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Social Sciences & Psychology
2033Master's Degree
PC Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine logo
#647 in United States United States

Physician Assistant Studies (MS in Health Sciences)

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine — The Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare stud...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
2034Master's Degree
PC Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine logo
#647 in United States United States

School Psychology (EdS)

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine — The School Psychology (EdS) program at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to support the m...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Social Sciences & Psychology
2035Master's Degree
ET East Texas A&M University logo
#649 in United States Commerce, Texas, United States

Accounting

East Texas A&M University — The Master's degree in Accounting at East Texas A&M University is designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of accounting principles, practices, and t...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
2036Master's Degree
ET East Texas A&M University logo
#649 in United States Commerce, Texas, United States

Accounting

East Texas A&M University — The Master's Degree in Accounting at Texas A&M University - Commerce provides a comprehensive understanding of accounting principles, financial regulations, and analytica...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
2037Master's Degree
ET East Texas A&M University logo
#649 in United States Commerce, Texas, United States

Agricultural Sciences

East Texas A&M University — The Master's Degree in Agricultural Sciences at East Texas A&M University prepares students for advanced careers in the dynamic and essential field of agriculture. This p...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Agriculture & Environment
2038Master's Degree
ET East Texas A&M University logo
#649 in United States Commerce, Texas, United States

Business Administration

East Texas A&M University — The Master's Degree in Business Administration at East Texas A&M University is designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of business principles, leade...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Business & Management
2039Master's Degree
ET East Texas A&M University logo
#649 in United States Commerce, Texas, United States

Business Administration

East Texas A&M University — The Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Texas A&M University - Commerce is designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge necessary for effecti...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Business & Management
2040Master's Degree
ET East Texas A&M University logo
#649 in United States Commerce, Texas, United States

Business Analytics

East Texas A&M University — The Master’s Degree in Business Analytics at East Texas A&M University equips students with essential analytical skills needed to interpret data effectively. This program...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Business & Management

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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