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42,495 Best Programs in the United States

There are 42,495 programs in the United States, spread across 2,515 universities; the most common length is 4 years. The list starts with courses at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Stanford University and Harvard University.

37437Diploma
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#1,809 in United States United States

Associate of Science

Shorter College — The Associate of Science degree at Shorter College is an engaging program designed to provide students with a strong foundation in scientific principles and practices. Th...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Science
37438Bachelor's Degree
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#1,809 in United States United States

Bachelor of Arts

Shorter College — The Bachelor of Arts program at Shorter College offers a comprehensive exploration of the arts, humanities, and social sciences. This undergraduate degree encourages crea...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
37439Bachelor's Degree
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#1,809 in United States United States

Bachelor of Business Administration

Shorter College — The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) at Shorter College is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in various aspects of business, including managem...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Business & Management
37440Bachelor's Degree
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#1,809 in United States United States

Bachelor of Fine Arts

Shorter College — The Bachelor of Fine Arts program at Shorter College is designed to provide students with a deep understanding of the arts, enabling them to express their creativity and...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture

How these courses are ranked

161 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #1 (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) to #600 (Tulane University of Louisiana); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: Harvard University is cited most (146,463,495 citations). 186 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Inside the course list

By level: 24,438 bachelor's, 4,517 master's, 2,679 diploma and 1,151 professional. The most common subjects are Business & Management (5,209), Social Sciences & Psychology (5,200), Medicine & Health Sciences (4,554) and Education (3,557). The usual length is 4 years and 1–2 years. 94% are full-time and 2,074 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (96% of courses with a stated intake). Humboldt State University offers the widest choice, with 303 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities in the United States?

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (QS World #1), Stanford University (QS World #3) and Harvard University (QS World #5) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university in the United States?

Of those with published fees, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez is the least expensive at about USD 5,274 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a course take in the United States?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 1–2 years the next most common.

When do 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.

Which university has the most courses in the United States?

Humboldt State University, with 303, ahead of University of Tennessee, Martin (191).

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