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1 Best Nursing Master's Universities in the United States 2026

This ranks 228 universities offering Medicine & Health Sciences at master’s level in the United States for 2026. It is for applicants comparing options for graduate study in this subject.

Ranked by our transparent composite score, with QS rankings, tuition fees and entry requirements.

1 university · ranked best first

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Pepperdine University

United States · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
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Nursing at other levels

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Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities worldwide for Master's Nursing?▾

Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include Pepperdine University. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.

How much does a Master's in Nursing cost abroad?▾

Tuition varies by university and is indicative on each profile — public universities are generally the most affordable, while private and international branch campuses charge more. Scholarships can reduce costs significantly.

Can international students study Nursing abroad?▾

Yes. Most programmes are taught in English and open to international students, who apply for a student visa through the immigration authority after accepting an offer.

How are these universities ranked?▾

We use a transparent composite score combining QS World/Asia positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. See our ranking methodology for the exact weights.

Studying Nursing at Master's level abroad

your destination country is a popular, affordable destination for Nursing at Master's level, with provincially accredited programmes taught in English at both public and private universities, plus international branch campuses. The universities above are ordered by our composite ranking score, which combines QS World and QS Americas positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — with no paid placement.

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A master’s degree in Medicine & Health Sciences is for applicants who already want graduate-level study in a health-related field and are deciding between universities that offer the subject at this level. It suits students planning further professional study, research, or a specialist career path, depending on the programme they choose.

The universities in this set are public institutions. The mix includes both large and smaller campuses, but the city setting is not given, so confirm whether a programme is based in a major urban area or a smaller town before deciding. Fees are published for some universities and not for others, so compare the cost information directly with each institution before applying.

Before applying, verify the exact programme title, the fee, entry requirements, application deadline, and whether the university offers the specific Medicine & Health Sciences track you want. Also confirm whether your chosen course is full-time or part-time and whether any clinical, placement, or research component is required.