43,424 Best Programs in the United States

There are 42,517 programs in the United States, spread across 2,517 universities; the most common length is 4 years. The list starts with courses at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Stanford University and Harvard University.

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43129Diploma

#2,284 in United States United States

Early Childhood Development

Southwest Virginia Community College — The Diploma in Early Childhood Development at Southwest Virginia Community College is designed to equip students with the foundational knowledge and practical skills need...

DiplomaLevel

62 CreditsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Education

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43130Diploma

#2,284 in United States United States

Early Childhood Education

Southwest Virginia Community College — The Diploma in Early Childhood Education at Southwest Virginia Community College equips students with the essential skills and knowledge needed to foster the development...

DiplomaLevel

16 CreditsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Education

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43131Diploma

#2,284 in United States United States

Electrical Electronics

Southwest Virginia Community College — The Diploma in Electrical Electronics at Southwest Virginia Community College offers students a comprehensive education in the principles and applications of electrical a...

DiplomaLevel

68 CreditsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Engineering

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43132Diploma

#2,284 in United States United States

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Southwest Virginia Community College — The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) diploma program at Southwest Virginia Community College provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to function effec...

DiplomaLevel

9 CreditsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Medicine & Health Sciences

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43133Bachelor's Degree

#2,284 in United States United States

Engineering

Southwest Virginia Community College — The Bachelor's Degree in Engineering at Southwest Virginia Community College equips students with a strong foundation in engineering principles, problem-solving technique...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

66-70 CreditsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Engineering

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43134Bachelor's Degree

#2,284 in United States United States

Environmental Science

Southwest Virginia Community College — The Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science at Southwest Virginia Community College equips students with comprehensive knowledge and skills in environmental issues, co...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

61 CreditsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Agriculture & Environment

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43135Bachelor's Degree

#2,284 in United States United States

Fine Arts

Southwest Virginia Community College — The Bachelor of Fine Arts program at Southwest Virginia Community College is designed for students who seek to develop their artistic talents and prepare for a career in...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

60 CreditsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Arts, Design & Architecture

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43136Bachelor's Degree

#2,284 in United States United States

General Studies

Southwest Virginia Community College — The Bachelor's Degree in General Studies at Southwest Virginia Community College offers a comprehensive and flexible curriculum designed to provide students with a broad...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

61 CreditsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Education

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43137Diploma

#2,284 in United States United States

Health Sciences

Southwest Virginia Community College — The Health Sciences diploma program offered by Southwest Virginia Community College is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the various heal...

DiplomaLevel

31 CreditsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Medicine & Health Sciences

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43138Diploma

#2,284 in United States United States

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)

Southwest Virginia Community College — The Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Diploma program at Southwest Virginia Community College offers comprehensive training for those interested in a care...

DiplomaLevel

28-52 CreditsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Engineering

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43139Diploma

#2,284 in United States United States

Human Services Technology

Southwest Virginia Community College — The Diploma in Human Services Technology at Southwest Virginia Community College equips students with a comprehensive understanding of the social services field. This pro...

DiplomaLevel

46 CreditsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Social Sciences & Psychology

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43140Bachelor's Degree

#2,284 in United States United States

Information Technology

Southwest Virginia Community College — The Bachelor's degree in Information Technology at Southwest Virginia Community College offers a comprehensive framework for understanding the critical elements of techno...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

61 CreditsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Computer Science & IT

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43141Bachelor's Degree

#2,284 in United States United States

Kinesiology

Southwest Virginia Community College — The Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology at Southwest Virginia Community College offers a comprehensive exploration of human movement, exercise science, and physical activity...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

63 CreditsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Sports & Recreation

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43142Diploma

#2,284 in United States United States

Law Enforcement

Southwest Virginia Community College — The Diploma in Law Enforcement at Southwest Virginia Community College provides students with a comprehensive overview of the criminal justice system, focusing specifical...

DiplomaLevel

33 CreditsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Law

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43143Diploma

#2,284 in United States United States

Leadership and Entrepreneurship

Southwest Virginia Community College — The Leadership and Entrepreneurship diploma program at Southwest Virginia Community College is designed to equip students with essential leadership skills and entrepreneu...

DiplomaLevel

24 CreditsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Business & Management

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43144Bachelor's Degree

#2,284 in United States United States

Liberal Arts

Southwest Virginia Community College — The Bachelor’s Degree in Liberal Arts at Southwest Virginia Community College offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to provide students with a broad intellectual fou...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

61 CreditsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Arts, Design & Architecture

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43145Diploma

#2,284 in United States United States

Manufacturing Fabrication

Southwest Virginia Community College — Course OverviewThe Manufacturing Fabrication Diploma at Southwest Virginia Community College offers a comprehensive exploration of the manufacturing processes essential t...

DiplomaLevel

25 CreditsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Engineering

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43146Diploma

#2,284 in United States United States

Medical Coding

Southwest Virginia Community College — The Medical Coding diploma program at Southwest Virginia Community College prepares students for a vital role in the healthcare industry. This program emphasizes the impo...

DiplomaLevel

29 CreditsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Medicine & Health Sciences

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43147Diploma

#2,284 in United States United States

Mental Health

Southwest Virginia Community College — The Mental Health Diploma program at Southwest Virginia Community College is designed to equip students with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary for a career...

DiplomaLevel

69 CreditsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Medicine & Health Sciences

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43148Diploma

#2,284 in United States United States

Nursing

Southwest Virginia Community College — Course OverviewThe Diploma in Nursing at Southwest Virginia Community College prepares students to enter the healthcare field as qualified nurses with essential clinical...

DiplomaLevel

67 CreditsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Medicine & Health Sciences

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43149Diploma

#2,284 in United States United States

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Southwest Virginia Community College — The Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program at Southwest Virginia Community College is designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge to support...

DiplomaLevel

66 CreditsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Medicine & Health Sciences

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43150Diploma

#2,284 in United States United States

Outdoor Recreation

Southwest Virginia Community College — The Diploma in Outdoor Recreation at Southwest Virginia Community College prepares students for a rewarding career in the great outdoors. This program covers a comprehens...

DiplomaLevel

28 CreditsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Sports & Recreation

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43151Diploma

#2,284 in United States United States

Phlebotomy

Southwest Virginia Community College — The Phlebotomy Diploma Program at Southwest Virginia Community College provides students with the essential skills and knowledge required to excel in the field of phlebot...

DiplomaLevel

25 CreditsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Medicine & Health Sciences

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43152Diploma

#2,284 in United States United States

Practical Nursing

Southwest Virginia Community College — The Practical Nursing Diploma program at Southwest Virginia Community College equips students with the essential knowledge and skills required for a rewarding career as a...

DiplomaLevel

56 CreditsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Medicine & Health 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 (146,555,275 citations). 188 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: 24,446 bachelor's, 4,522 master's, 2,682 diploma and 1,151 professional. The most common subjects are Business & Management (5,210), Social Sciences & Psychology (5,200), Medicine & Health Sciences (4,554) and Education (3,561). 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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