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237 Best Social Sciences & Psychology Master's Universities in the United States 2026

This ranks Social Sciences & Psychology master’s degrees in the United States for 2026. It is for applicants comparing graduate study options across 12 universities.

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

237 universities · ranked best first

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DC Dominican College logo

Dominican College

United States · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
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EH Emory & Henry College logo

Emory & Henry College

United States · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
195
FS Fairmont State College logo

Fairmont State College

United States · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
196
FI Fielding Institute logo

Fielding Institute

United States · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
198
GC Goucher College logo

Goucher College

United States · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
199
GC Graceland College logo

Graceland College

United States · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
200
HC Heidelberg College logo

Heidelberg College

United States · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
201
IC Iona College logo

Iona College

United States · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
202
LC Loyola College logo

Loyola College

United States · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
203
MC Manhattan College logo

Manhattan College

United States · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
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Founded
204
MC Marist College logo

Marist College

United States · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded

Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities worldwide for Master's Social Sciences & Psychology?

Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include Dominican College, Emory & Henry College, Fairmont State College. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.

How much does a Master's in Social Sciences & Psychology 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 Social Sciences & Psychology 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 Social Sciences & Psychology at Master's level abroad

your destination country is a popular, affordable destination for Social Sciences & Psychology 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 Social Sciences & Psychology is a graduate-level option for applicants who want advanced study after a bachelor’s degree. It suits students aiming for deeper disciplinary training, research preparation, or a professional step that requires postgraduate study.

The universities in this set are all public. The mix also spans different settings, from large-city locations to smaller-town campuses, which can change cost of living, commuting, and access to placements or services. Fee information is published for some programmes and not for others, so total cost can vary in ways that need separate checking.

Before applying, verify the fee for each programme, the admission requirements, the exact programme title, and the campus or delivery mode. Also confirm whether your chosen option matches your academic background and whether any extra documents are required for international applicants.