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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.

433Professional
PV Prairie View A&M University logo
#596 in United States United States

Doctor of Business Administration

Prairie View A&M University — The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) program at Prairie View A & M University is designed for professionals seeking advanced knowledge and leadership skills in the...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Business & Management
434Professional
PV Prairie View A&M University logo
#596 in United States United States

Doctor of Business Administration

Prairie View A&M University — The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) program at Prairie View A&M University is designed for professionals aiming to advance their careers in business leadership an...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Business & Management
435Professional
PV Prairie View A&M University logo
#596 in United States United States

Doctor of Nursing Practice

Prairie View A&M University — The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program at Prairie View A&M University is designed for nursing professionals who aspire to elevate their practice to the highest leve...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
436Professional
PV Prairie View A&M University logo
#596 in United States United States

Doctor of Nursing Practice

Prairie View A&M University — The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) at Prairie View A&M University is designed for nurses who aspire to take on leadership roles in clinical practice, healthcare policy,...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
441Professional
PU Pepperdine University logo
#612 in United States United States

Executive Doctor of Business Administration

Pepperdine University — The Executive Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) at Pepperdine University is designed for seasoned professionals looking to elevate their knowledge and capabilities...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Business Administration (MBA)

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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