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42,487 Best Programs in the United States

There are 42,008 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.

38411Program
HV Hudson Valley Community College logo
#1,882 in United States United States

CNC Machining Technology

Hudson Valley Community College — The CNC Machining Technology program at Hudson Valley Community College is designed to provide students with comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience in computer n...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Engineering
38413Program
HV Hudson Valley Community College logo
#1,882 in United States United States

Criminal Justice

Hudson Valley Community College — The Criminal Justice degree program at Hudson Valley Community College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the criminal justice system and its interco...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Social Sciences & Psychology
38415Program
HV Hudson Valley Community College logo
#1,882 in United States United States

Hacking and Cybersecurity

Hudson Valley Community College — The Hacking and Cybersecurity degree program at Hudson Valley Community College provides students with in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience in the rapidly evolving...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Computer Science & IT
38416Program
HV Hudson Valley Community College logo
#1,882 in United States United States

Marketing

Hudson Valley Community College — The Marketing degree program at Hudson Valley Community College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of marketing principles and practices. The curriculum...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Business & Management
38419Program
HV Hudson Valley Community College logo
#1,882 in United States United States

Paramedic

Hudson Valley Community College — The Paramedic degree program at Hudson Valley Community College is designed to equip students with the essential knowledge and skills required for a successful career in...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
38424Program
EC El Camino College-Compton Center logo
#1,883 in United States United States

Air Conditioning and Refrigeration

El Camino College-Compton Center — The Air Conditioning and Refrigeration degree course at El Camino College-Compton Center provides a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices used in he...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Engineering

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: 24,131 bachelor's, 4,407 master's, 2,659 diploma and 1,135 professional. The most common subjects are Social Sciences & Psychology (5,168), Business & Management (5,145), Medicine & Health Sciences (4,501) and Education (3,486). 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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