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All universities in United States Public universities2,465 Private universities50 Texas13 Massachusetts9 New Jersey9 Ohio9 Pennsylvania9 Puerto Rico9 New York32
Business & Management1,085 Social Sciences & Psychology1,001 Medicine & Health Sciences957 Computer Science & IT942 Education907 Arts, Design & Architecture893 Science860 Life Sciences771 Engineering758 Professional Accounting & Finance746 Media & Communication708 Languages & Linguistics611 Law508 Agriculture & Environment507 Music & Performing Arts492 Economics & Public Policy405 Sports & Recreation374 Built Environment131
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
All scholarships Deadlines closing soon Business & Management1,034 Social Sciences & Psychology959 Arts, Design & Architecture929 Medicine & Health Sciences926 Computer Science & IT920 Education916 Science883 Life Sciences779 Engineering777 Professional Accounting & Finance769
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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.

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OL Our Lady of the Lake University logo
#1,174 in United States United States

Psychology: Counseling Psychology-PsyD

Our Lady of the Lake University — The Psychology: Counseling Psychology-PsyD program at Our Lady of the Lake University is designed to equip students with comprehensive skills necessary for professional p...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
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Social Sciences & Psychology
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770Professional
NS Northwestern State University logo
#1,182 in United States United States

Doctor of Nursing Practice

Northwestern State University — Overview of the Doctor of Nursing PracticeThe Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) at Northwestern State University provides a comprehensive curriculum designed for advanced...

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3–4 yearsDuration
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Medicine & Health Sciences
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771Professional
NS Northwestern State University logo
#1,182 in United States United States

Education Specialist

Northwestern State University — The Education Specialist program at Northwestern State University of Louisiana is designed to enhance your professional knowledge and skills in the field of education. Th...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
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Education
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772Professional
NU National-Louis University logo
#1,186 in United States United States

Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology: Florida

National-Louis University — The Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology at National Louis University is designed for students who aspire to excel in the field of clinical psychology by integrating scientific...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
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Medicine & Health Sciences
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773Professional
NU National-Louis University logo
#1,186 in United States United States

Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology: Illinois

National-Louis University — The Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) in Clinical Psychology at National Louis University prepares students to become competent, ethical, and adaptable professionals in the f...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
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Medicine & Health Sciences
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774Professional
AU Antioch University logo
#1,187 in United States United States

Advanced Practice

Antioch University — The Advanced Practice course at Antioch University is designed for professionals who seek to deepen their expertise in their respective fields. This program emphasizes in...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
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Medicine & Health Sciences
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775Professional
AU Antioch University logo
#1,187 in United States United States

Advanced Practice

Antioch University — The Advanced Practice course at Antioch University - Los Angeles is designed for professionals seeking to deepen their expertise in their chosen field. This program empha...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
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Medicine & Health Sciences
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778Professional
AU Antioch University logo
#1,187 in United States United States

Doctor of Nursing Practice

Antioch University — The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program at Antioch University - Los Angeles is designed for advanced practice nurses who aspire to lead in clinical settings and infl...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
FallIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
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779Professional
AU Antioch University logo
#1,187 in United States United States

Nurse Executive

Antioch University — The Nurse Executive program at Antioch University - Los Angeles prepares registered nurses to take on leadership roles in the healthcare industry. This course is designed...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
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Medicine & Health Sciences
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781Professional
HU Harding University logo
#1,189 in United States United States

Bachelor of Arts, Master of Divinity

Harding University — The Bachelor of Arts in conjunction with the Master of Divinity at Harding University is designed for those seeking a comprehensive education in the liberal arts, combine...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
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Fine Arts
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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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