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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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#1,662 in United States United States

Certificate in Accounting

Campbellsville College — The Certificate in Accounting offered by Campbellsville College equips students with the fundamentals of accounting and finance, preparing them for successful careers in...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
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Professional Accounting & Finance
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#1,662 in United States United States

Certificate in Addiction Recovery

Campbellsville College — The Certificate in Addiction Recovery at Campbellsville College is designed for individuals seeking to develop a comprehensive understanding of addiction and effective re...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
FallIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
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939Professional
CC Campbellsville College logo
#1,662 in United States United States

Certificate in Barbering

Campbellsville College — Course OverviewThe Certificate in Barbering at Campbellsville College is designed to provide students with the essential skills and knowledge needed to achieve a successf...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
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940Professional
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#1,662 in United States United States

Certificate in Christian Ministry

Campbellsville College — The Certificate in Christian Ministry at Campbellsville College offers students a comprehensive foundation in Christian theology, ministry practices, and leadership skill...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Social Sciences & Psychology
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942Professional
CC Campbellsville College logo
#1,662 in United States United States

Certificate in Medical Assistant

Campbellsville College — The Certificate in Medical Assistant program at Campbellsville College equips students with the essential skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the healthcare industry...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
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943Professional
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#1,671 in United States United States

Executive Doctorate in Leadership and Change

The Jewish Theological Seminary — Course OverviewThe Executive Doctorate in Leadership and Change at The Jewish Theological Seminary is designed for accomplished leaders seeking to enhance their impact wi...

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Business & Management
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945Professional
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#1,693 in United States United States

Post Graduate Certificate (PGC)

Allen College — The Post Graduate Certificate (PGC) program at Allen College is designed for international students seeking to enhance their professional expertise and academic credentia...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
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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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