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The university or college you choose to go to can have a major impact on the rest of your life, so it's probably a good idea to do some research first. To help with the process, we've compiled a ranking of the best 100 US universities and colleges, according to the recently released QS World University Rankings.

Rank
University
Location
1

QS World University Rank

Cambridge, United States
4

QS World University Rank

Cambridge, United States
6

QS World University Rank

Stanford, United States
10

QS World University Rank

Pasadena, United States
11

QS World University Rank

Philadelphia, United States
12

QS World University Rank

Berkeley, United States
16

QS World University Rank

Ithaca, United States
21

QS World University Rank

Chicago, United States
22

QS World University Rank

Princeton, United States
23

QS World University Rank

New Haven, United States
=32

QS World University Rank

Baltimore, United States
=34

QS World University Rank

New York City, United States
42

QS World University Rank

Los Angeles, United States
43

QS World University Rank

New York City, United States
44

QS World University Rank

Ann Arbor, United States
=50

QS World University Rank

Evanston, United States
58

QS World University Rank

Pittsburgh, United States
61

QS World University Rank

Durham, United States
66

QS World University Rank

Austin, United States
=69

QS World University Rank

Champaign, United States
72

QS World University Rank

San Diego, United States
76

QS World University Rank

Seattle, United States
79

QS World University Rank

Providence, United States
=89

QS World University Rank

University Park, United States
=89

QS World University Rank

Purdue UniversityWest Lafayette
West Lafayette, United States
108

QS World University Rank

Boston, United States
114

QS World University Rank

Atlanta, United States
116

QS World University Rank

Madison, United States
125

QS World University Rank

Los Angeles, United States
130

QS World University Rank

Davis, United States
=141

QS World University Rank

Houston, United States
=152

QS World University Rank

East Lansing, United States
154

QS World University Rank

Texas A&M UniversityCollege Station
College Station, United States
=155

QS World University Rank

Chapel Hill, United States
=171

QS World University Rank

St. Louis, United States
178

QS World University Rank

Santa Barbara, United States
196

QS World University Rank

Atlanta, United States
=200

QS World University Rank

Tempe, United States
=203

QS World University Rank

Minneapolis, United States
208

QS World University Rank

Columbus, United States
=215

QS World University Rank

Gainesville, United States
218

QS World University Rank

College Park, United States
=236

QS World University Rank

Rochester, United States
243

QS World University Rank

Hanover, United States
248

QS World University Rank

Nashville, United States
259

QS World University Rank

Cleveland, United States
=275

QS World University Rank

Amherst, United States
=275

QS World University Rank

Pittsburgh, United States
=293

QS World University Rank

Tucson, United States
297

QS World University Rank

Charlottesville, United States
301

QS World University Rank

Georgetown UniversityWashington D.C.
Washington D.C., United States
307

QS World University Rank

Irvine, United States
311

QS World University Rank

Raleigh, United States
=316

QS World University Rank

Notre Dame, United States
320

QS World University Rank

Boulder, United States
=328

QS World University Rank

New Brunswick, United States
=344

QS World University Rank

Medford, United States
=355

QS World University Rank

Bloomington, United States
=365

QS World University Rank

Chicago, United States
=371

QS World University Rank

Washington D.C., United States
=389

QS World University Rank

Blacksburg, United States
=393

QS World University Rank

Santa Cruz, United States
=396

QS World University Rank

Boston, United States
=413

QS World University Rank

Yeshiva UniversityNew York City
New York City, United States
=423

QS World University Rank

Québec, Canada
=442

QS World University Rank

Fort Collins, United States
=452

QS World University Rank

Lawrence, United States
460

QS World University Rank

Stony Brook, United States
=466

QS World University Rank

Buffalo, United States
=466

QS World University Rank

Pullman, United States
470

QS World University Rank

Ames, United States
=481

QS World University Rank

Knoxville, United States
488

QS World University Rank

Honolulu, United States
=497

QS World University Rank

Riverside, United States
=501

QS World University Rank

Golden, United States
=506

QS World University Rank

Newark, United States
=527

QS World University Rank

Rolla, United States
=531

QS World University Rank

University of UtahSalt Lake City
Salt Lake City, United States
=565

QS World University Rank

Storrs, United States
573

QS World University Rank

Tallahassee, United States
=574

QS World University Rank

Miami, United States
=587

QS World University Rank

Athens, United States
=596

QS World University Rank

Iowa City, United States
=596

QS World University Rank

Richardson, United States
601-610

QS World University Rank

Chicago, United States
601-610

QS World University Rank

Troy, United States
601-610

QS World University Rank

Columbia, United States
621-630

QS World University Rank

Tampa, United States
631-640

QS World University Rank

Boston CollegeChestnut Hill
Chestnut Hill, United States
631-640

QS World University Rank

New Orleans, United States
641-650

QS World University Rank

Bethlehem, United States
641-650

QS World University Rank

Corvallis, United States
641-650

QS World University Rank

Columbia, United States
651-660

QS World University Rank

Houston, United States
661-670

QS World University Rank

New York City, United States
681-690

QS World University Rank

Temple UniversityPhiladelphia
Philadelphia, United States
701-710

QS World University Rank

Byblos, Lebanon
701-710

QS World University Rank

Hoboken, United States
701-710

QS World University Rank

Lincoln, United States
701-710

QS World University Rank

Norman, United States

Why study in the US?

Studying at one of these top universities in the US will ensure you graduate with a highly respected degree, which can open the door to global job opportunities. Enjoy a range of benefits, such as access to cutting-edge research, diverse academic programmes, and experienced faculty. 

The cultural diversity in the US also allows students to interact with peers from around the globe, fostering cross-cultural understanding and global networking opportunities. The emphasis on innovation and critical thinking encourages students to challenge themselves, preparing them for competitive global careers.

Additionally, US universities often provide extensive support services, including career counselling, internships, and work-study programmes, helping students gain practical experience and enhance their employability. The vibrant campus life, with numerous extracurricular activities, also contributes to a well-rounded education.

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As Head of Content, Craig is responsible for all articles and guides published across TopUniversities and TopMBA. He has nearly 10 years of experience writing for a student audience and extensive knowledge of universities and study programs around the world.

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