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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.

80Professional
EU Emory University logo
QS World #182 #42 in United States United States

MD

Emory University — The Doctor of Medicine (MD) program at Emory University is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become compassionate and competent physic...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
82Professional
UR University of Rochester logo
QS World #236 #54 in United States United States

Medical Education

University of Rochester — The Medical Education course at the University of Rochester is designed to equip healthcare professionals with advanced pedagogical skills to enhance teaching and learnin...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
83Professional
VU Vanderbilt University logo
QS World #250 #58 in United States United States

Accelerator Summer Business Immersion

Vanderbilt University — The Accelerator Summer Business Immersion program at Vanderbilt University is designed for students aiming to gain practical experience in the business world. This unique...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Business & Management
84Professional
VU Vanderbilt University logo
QS World #250 #58 in United States United States

Executive Education Certificate Programs

Vanderbilt University — The Executive Education Certificate Programs at Vanderbilt University are designed for professionals seeking to enhance their leadership skills and advance their careers....

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Education
85Professional
UP University of Pittsburgh-Titusville logo
QS World #281 #67 in United States United States

Dental Hygiene

University of Pittsburgh-Titusville — The Dental Hygiene program at the University of Pittsburgh-Titusville provides a comprehensive education designed to prepare students for a fulfilling career in oral heal...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
BlendedMode
FallIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
87Professional
GW George Washington University logo
QS World #358 #87 in United States United States

5G and Beyond, Graduate Certificate

George Washington University — The 5G and Beyond Graduate Certificate at George Washington University explores the cutting-edge developments in wireless technology and telecommunications. This professi...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
BlendedMode
FallIntake
Engineering
88Professional
GW George Washington University logo
QS World #358 #87 in United States United States

Accountancy, Graduate Certificate

George Washington University — The Graduate Certificate in Accountancy at George Washington University is designed for individuals seeking to enhance their accounting knowledge and skills. The curricul...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
BlendedMode
FallIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
89Professional
GW George Washington University logo
QS World #358 #87 in United States United States

Affordable Housing, Graduate Certificate

George Washington University — The Graduate Certificate in Affordable Housing at George Washington University equips students with the essential knowledge and skills to address the pressing challenges...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Built Environment
92Professional
SU State University of New York at Stony Brook logo
QS World #452 #98 in United States United States

Accounting

State University of New York at Stony Brook — The Accounting program at the State University of New York at Stony Brook is designed to provide students with a robust understanding of the principles and practices that...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
93Professional
UK University of Kansas logo
QS World #465 #101 in United States United States

Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

University of Kansas — The Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner program at the University of Kansas is designed to equip students with the advanced skills and knowledge required to p...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
95Professional
WS Washington State University at Vancouver logo
QS World #466 #103 in United States United States

Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership

Washington State University at Vancouver — The Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership at Washington State University Vancouver provides a rigorous program designed for those aiming to enhance their leadersh...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Education
96Professional
WS Washington State University at Vancouver logo
QS World #466 #103 in United States United States

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

Washington State University at Vancouver — The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) at Washington State University at Vancouver is designed for nursing professionals aiming to enhance their clinical expertise and lead...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences

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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