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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.

826Professional
RM Rocky Mountain College logo
#1,330 in United States United States

Doctor of Occupational Therapy

Rocky Mountain College — The Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program at Rocky Mountain College provides a comprehensive education designed to prepare students for advanced clinical practice...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
830Professional
SU Sofia University logo
#1,343 in United States United States

Doctorate in Business Administration

Sofia University — The Doctorate in Business Administration at Sofia University is designed for professionals looking to advance their knowledge and expertise in the field of business. This...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Business & Management
831Professional
EC Edgewood College logo
#1,352 in United States United States

Accelerated Teacher Education Program

Edgewood College — The Accelerated Teacher Education Program at Edgewood College is designed for individuals who wish to enter the teaching profession in an expedited manner. This comprehen...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
BlendedMode
FallIntake
Education
835Professional
CS Central State University logo
#1,354 in United States United States

Cybersecurity

Central State University — The Cybersecurity program at Central State University is designed to equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills to protect sensitive information and manage cy...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Computer Science & IT
836Professional
CC Carlow College logo
#1,358 in United States United States

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Carlow College — The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at Carlow College is designed to equip students with the comprehensive knowledge and practical skills necessary to excel in t...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Science

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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