42,008 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.
Business Administration
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Computer Information Systems
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Early Childhood Education
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High School Diploma Equivalency
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Medical Lab
Halifax Community College
Medical Lab Technology
Halifax Community College
Nursing (ADN, LPN, Nurse Aid, NFP)
Halifax Community College
Art, Music, & Graphic Design
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Automotive, Machining, & Welding Pathways
Western Nevada College
Biological, Physical & Environmental Sciences
Western Nevada College
Business, Finance & Marketing
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Computer Programming, Networking & Cybersecurity
Western Nevada College
Construction Management
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Criminal Justice & Law Enforcement
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Education, History & Humanities
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Engineering, Mathematics, & Physics Pathways
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Healthcare & Nursing
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Industrial Technology
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Language & Communications
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Leadership & Project Management
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Liberal Arts and Sciences
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Nursing and Allied Health
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Social Work, Psychology & Behavioral Sciences
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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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