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33 Best Professional Science Programs in the United States

33 Professional Science courses are taught at 28 universities in the United States — most run 3–4 years. Courses from Oregon Health Sciences University, New York Medical College and Loma Linda University come first, because those universities rank highest.

1Professional
UK University of Kansas School of Medicine logo
United States

Doctor of Physical Therapy

University of Kansas School of Medicine — The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at the University of Kansas School of Medicine is designed to equip students with comprehensive knowledge and hands-on skills...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Science
2Professional
OH Oregon Health Sciences University logo
#179 in United States United States

Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.)

Oregon Health Sciences University — Course OverviewThe Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.) program at the Oregon Graduate Institute of Science and Technology is designed to prepare students for a rewarding...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Science
3Professional
OH Oregon Health Sciences University logo
#179 in United States United States

Physician Associate (M.P.A.S.)

Oregon Health Sciences University — Overview of the Physician Associate (M.P.A.S.) ProgramThe Physician Associate program at the Oregon Graduate Institute of Science and Technology equips students with the...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Science
4Professional
NY New York Medical College logo
#259 in United States United States

Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.)

New York Medical College — Overview of the Doctor of Physical Therapy ProgramThe Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.) program at New York Medical College is designed to equip students with the knowl...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Science
6Professional
TT Texas Tech University-Health Sciences Center logo
#319 in United States United States

Physical Therapy

Texas Tech University-Health Sciences Center — The Physical Therapy program at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is designed to prepare students for a rewarding career in rehabilitation and movement science...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Science
7Professional
TT Texas Tech University-Health Sciences Center logo
#319 in United States United States

Physician Assistant

Texas Tech University-Health Sciences Center — The Physician Assistant (PA) program at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is designed to prepare students for a rewarding career in healthcare. This comprehens...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Science
8Professional
UC University of Colorado at Colorado Springs logo
#413 in United States United States

Doctor of Physical Therapy

University of Colorado at Colorado Springs — The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs is a comprehensive, evidence-based course designed to prepare students for...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Science
9Professional
SU State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry logo
#417 in United States United States

Doctor of Physical Therapy

State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry — The Doctor of Physical Therapy program at the State University of New York College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill offers an in-depth educational experience d...

ProfessionalLevel
6 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Science
10Professional
UN University of New Haven logo
#442 in United States United States

Forensic Investigative Genetic Genealogy

University of New Haven — Course OverviewThe Forensic Investigative Genetic Genealogy program at the University of New Haven combines the principles of forensic science with advanced genetic analy...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
FallIntake
Forensic Science
11Professional
MU Marshall University logo
#461 in United States United States

Meteorology

Marshall University — The Meteorology course at Marshall University provides an in-depth understanding of atmospheric processes and weather phenomena. Students engage with both theoretical and...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
BlendedMode
FallIntake
Science
12Professional
MU Midwestern University logo
#479 in United States United States

Doctor of Physical Therapy

Midwestern University — The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at Midwestern University equips students with the advanced knowledge and clinical skills required to become effective physica...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Science
14Professional
OI Oregon Institute of Technology logo
#692 in United States United States

Doctor of Physical Therapy

Oregon Institute of Technology — The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at Oregon Institute of Technology prepares students to become skilled physical therapists capable of providing patient-center...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Science
15Professional
US University of Scranton logo
#693 in United States United States

Physical Therapy (DPT)

University of Scranton — The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at the University of Scranton is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in physical therapy, combining t...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Science
18Professional
UE University of Evansville logo
#796 in United States United States

Physical Therapy

University of Evansville — The Physical Therapy professional program at the University of Evansville is designed to equip students with the knowledge and clinical skills necessary to excel as physi...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Science
19Professional
UE University of Evansville logo
#796 in United States United States

Physician Assistant Program

University of Evansville — The Physician Assistant Program at the University of Evansville provides a comprehensive education that prepares students for a dynamic medical career. This program combi...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Science
21Professional
LM Lincoln Memorial University logo
#1,112 in United States United States

Doctor of Physical Therapy

Lincoln Memorial University — The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at Lincoln Memorial University is designed to prepare students for a successful career in healthcare through advanced educati...

ProfessionalLevel
36 monthsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Science
23Professional
DC Daemen College logo
#1,126 in United States United States

Physical Therapy DPT

Daemen College — Overview of the Physical Therapy DPT ProgramThe Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at Daemen College is designed to equip students with the clinical knowledge and s...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Science
24Professional
SB Southwest Baptist University logo
#1,279 in United States United States

Doctor of Physical Therapy

Southwest Baptist University — The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at Southwest Baptist University prepares students for a rewarding career in physical therapy through a comprehensive curricul...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Science

How these courses are ranked

The rest are ordered by research impact. Oregon Health Sciences University has the largest research record in this group, with 12,780,767 citations and an h-index of 964. 1 university have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

What the courses look like

Within the subject, the largest areas are Science (32) and Forensic Science (1). The usual length is 3–4 years and 6 years. 90% are full-time and 2 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake). Bishop State Community College offers the widest choice, with 3 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Professional Science in the United States?

Oregon Health Sciences University (#179 in United States), New York Medical College (#259 in United States) and Loma Linda University (#281 in United States) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does a Professional Science course take in the United States?

Most listed courses run 3–4 years, with 6 years the next most common.

When do Professional Science courses start in the United States?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then.

Can I study Professional Science online with a university in the United States?

2 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Professional Science courses in the United States?

Bishop State Community College, with 3, ahead of University of Evansville (2).

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