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5,360 Best Social Sciences & Psychology Programs in the United States

5,360 Social Sciences & Psychology courses are taught at 1,001 universities in the United States; the most common length is 4 years. Courses from Harvard University, Cornell University and University of Chicago come first, because those universities rank highest.

5257Diploma
CC Chemeketa Community College logo
#2,148 in United States United States

Social Services

Chemeketa Community College — The Diploma in Social Services at Chemeketa Community College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the social work field and the skills necessary for s...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Social Sciences & Psychology
5258Diploma
RC Roanoke-Chowan Community College logo
#2,152 in United States United States

Associate in Arts

Roanoke-Chowan Community College — The Associate in Arts program at Roanoke-Chowan Community College is designed to provide students with a comprehensive foundation in the liberal arts, preparing them for...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Social Sciences & Psychology
5259Diploma
RC Roanoke-Chowan Community College logo
#2,152 in United States United States

Criminal Justice Technology

Roanoke-Chowan Community College — The Criminal Justice Technology diploma at Roanoke-Chowan Community College offers students an extensive understanding of the criminal justice system, incorporating moder...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Social Sciences & Psychology
5264Program
CC Corning Community College logo
#2,166 in United States United States

Human Services

Corning Community College — The Human Services degree program at Corning Community College is designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge required to effectively support indiv...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Social Sciences & Psychology
5277Program
ND North Dakota State College of Science logo
#2,173 in United States United States

Fire Science

North Dakota State College of Science — The Fire Science degree at North Dakota State College of Science equips students with the essential knowledge and skills needed to excel in the fire protection and emerge...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Social Sciences & Psychology
5278Bachelor's Degree
RC Rappahannock Community College logo
#2,176 in United States United States

Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts

Rappahannock Community College — The Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts at Rappahannock Community College is a comprehensive degree designed to foster critical thinking, creativity, and effective communic...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Social Sciences & Psychology
5279Bachelor's Degree
RC Rappahannock Community College logo
#2,176 in United States United States

Social Work Major, AS in Science

Rappahannock Community College — The Bachelor of Science in Social Work at Rappahannock Community College prepares students for a dynamic career focused on helping individuals, families, and communities....

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Social Sciences & Psychology
5280Diploma
RC Richmond Community College logo
#2,178 in United States United States

Associate in Arts

Richmond Community College — The Associate in Arts degree at Richmond Community College offers an enriching educational experience, aimed at providing students with a well-rounded foundation in the l...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Social Sciences & Psychology

How these courses are ranked

69 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #5 (Harvard University) to #593 (University of Central Florida); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. Harvard University has the largest research record in this group, with 146,463,495 citations and an h-index of 2,807. 35 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

What the courses look like

By level: 3,463 bachelor's, 482 master's, 159 diploma and 84 phd / doctorate. Within the subject, the largest areas are Social Sciences & Psychology (5,168), Psychology (32), Communication & Media (30) and Anthropology (28). The usual length is 4 years and 1–2 years. 95% are full-time and 236 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (98% of courses with a stated intake). Humboldt State University offers the widest choice, with 63 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in the United States for Social Sciences & Psychology?

Harvard University (QS World #5), Cornell University (QS World #13) and University of Chicago (QS World #13) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Social Sciences & Psychology 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 Social Sciences & Psychology course take in the United States?

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

When do Social Sciences & Psychology 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.

Can I study Social Sciences & Psychology online with a university in the United States?

236 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Social Sciences & Psychology courses in the United States?

Humboldt State University, with 63, ahead of University of Arkansas - Little Rock (31).

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