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1,135 Best Professional Programs in the United States

There are 1,135 Professional programs in the United States, spread across 288 universities — most run 3–4 years. Courses from Columbia University, Johns Hopkins University and Brown University come first, because those universities rank highest.

284Professional
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#302 in United States United States

AI & the Humanities

North Dakota State University — The AI & the Humanities course at North Dakota State University explores the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) within the humanities disciplines. This program o...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Computer Science & IT
285Professional
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#302 in United States United States

Advertising & Design

North Dakota State University — The Advertising & Design course at North Dakota State University-Main Campus immerses students in the dynamic fields of advertising, marketing, and design. This program i...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Media & Communication
286Professional
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#302 in United States United States

Advertising & Design

North Dakota State University — The Advertising & Design program at North Dakota State University offers a comprehensive education that blends creativity with strategic thinking. Students will explore v...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
FallIntake
Media & Communication
287Professional
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#302 in United States United States

Aging Studies

North Dakota State University — The Aging Studies program at North Dakota State University provides an interdisciplinary approach to understanding the complexities of aging in today's society. This comp...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Social Sciences & Psychology
288Professional
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#302 in United States United States

Applied AI for All Careers

North Dakota State University — The Applied AI for All Careers program at North Dakota State University is designed to equip students with practical skills and knowledge in artificial intelligence that...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Computer Science & IT

How these courses are ranked

30 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #14 (Columbia University) to #575 (University of South Carolina); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: Johns Hopkins University is cited most (78,461,703 citations). 14 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Levels, lengths and start dates

The most common subjects are Medicine & Health Sciences (333), Business & Management (187), Education (133) and Computer Science & IT (79). The usual length is 3–4 years and 2 years. 84% are full-time and 140 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (1% of courses with a stated intake). University of Alaska - Fairbanks offers the widest choice, with 39 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in the United States for Professional?

Columbia University (QS World #14), Johns Hopkins University (QS World #24) and Brown University (QS World #69) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Professional in the United States?

Of those with published fees, Universidad Ana G. Mendez-Cupey Campus is the least expensive at about USD 7,750 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Professional course take in the United States?

Most listed courses run 3–4 years, with 2 years the next most common.

When do Professional 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 Professional online with a university in the United States?

140 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Professional courses in the United States?

University of Alaska - Fairbanks, with 39, ahead of University of Wisconsin - Parkside (28).

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