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42,432 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.

6169PhD / Doctorate
UT University of Texas at Dallas logo
#230 in United States United States

Electrical Engineering

University of Texas at Dallas — The PhD in Electrical Engineering at the University of Texas at Dallas covers a range of advanced topics crucial for the development and innovation in various electrical...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
4–6 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Engineering
6170Master's Degree
UT University of Texas at Dallas logo
#230 in United States United States

Energy Management

University of Texas at Dallas — The Master's Degree in Energy Management at the University of Texas at Dallas is designed to equip students with advanced knowledge and skills to navigate the complexitie...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Business & Management
6171Master's Degree
UT University of Texas at Dallas logo
#230 in United States United States

Finance

University of Texas at Dallas — The Master’s Degree in Finance at the University of Texas at Dallas equips students with a comprehensive understanding of financial concepts, principles, and practices es...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
6172Master's Degree
UT University of Texas at Dallas logo
#230 in United States United States

Financial Technology and Analytics

University of Texas at Dallas — The Master's Degree in Financial Technology and Analytics at the University of Texas at Dallas is designed to equip students with the critical skills required to thrive i...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
6173Master's Degree
UT University of Texas at Dallas logo
#230 in United States United States

Game Development

University of Texas at Dallas — Overview of the Master's Degree in Game DevelopmentThe Master's Degree in Game Development at the University of Texas at Dallas is designed to equip students with the kno...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Computer Science & IT
6174Master's Degree
UT University of Texas at Dallas logo
#230 in United States United States

Geosciences

University of Texas at Dallas — The Master's Degree in Geosciences at the University of Texas at Dallas offers an in-depth exploration of the Earth's systems, integrating aspects of geology, meteorology...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Science

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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