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The Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) in Beijing has topped the Nature Index 2020 Annual Tables list as the most prolific producer of research published in the 82 selected journals tracked by the Index (see Graphic).

CAS’s Share of 1805.22 in 2019 was almost twice that of Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, which came in second. Research institutions from China, the United States, France, Germany and the United Kingdom feature among the ten most prolific institutions in the Index. See the 2020 Annual Tables Top 100 research institutions for 2019 .

(Share, formerly referred to in the Nature Index as Fractional Count (FC), is a measure of an entity’s contribution to articles in the 82 journals tracked by the index, calculated according to the proportion of its affiliated authors on an article relative to all authors on the article. When comparing data over time, Share values are adjusted to 2019 levels to account for the small annual variation in the total number of articles in the Nature Index journals. The Nature Index is one indicator of institutional research performance. See Editor’s note below.)

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Here is a selection of institutions from the top 25 of the Nature Index 2020 Annual Tables .

University of Science and Technology of China

Share: 455.82; Count: 1,231; Change in adjusted Share (2018–19): +25.6%; Place: 8th

Established by the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) in 1958 in Beijing (then known as Peking), the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) moved to its current location in Hefei, the capital of the eastern Chinese province of Anhui, in 1970.

Today, it employs about 16,000 students, including 1,900 PhD students, as well as 1,812 faculty members, 547 of which are professors.

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The institution’s strongest subjects in the Nature Index are chemistry and physical sciences. USTC is a global collaborator, counting the Max Planck Society in Munich, Germany, the University of Oxford, UK, and Stanford University in California among its close partners.

In 2019, USTC researchers were part of an international team that discovered a stellar black hole with a mass 70 times greater than that of the Sun. The findings, published in Nature , were mentioned in more than 300 tweets and nearly 200 news stories, according to Altmetric.

University of Michigan, United States

Share: 343.45; Count: 939; Change in adjusted Share (2018–19): − 3.3%; Place: 19th

Placed first among public universities in the United States for research volume, according to the US National Science Foundation, the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor encompasses 260,000 square metres of lab space, which is accessed by students and staff in 227 centres and institutes across its campus.

With US$1.62 billion in research expenditure and more than 500 new invention reports in the fiscal year 2019, the University of Michigan is focused on innovative areas in research, including data science, precision health and bioscience. Its Global CO 2 Initiative, launched in 2018, aims to identify and pursue commercially sustainable approaches that reduce atmospheric CO 2 levels by 4 gigatons per year.

A 2019 study published in Science on honesty and selfishness across cultures, led by behavioural economist Alain Cohn, was covered by almost 300 online news outlets and reached more than 22 million people on Twitter, according to Altmetric. The study, which tested people’s willingness to return a dummy lost wallet, revealed a ‘high level’ of civic honesty.

University of California, San Diego, United States

Share: 340.85; Count: 1,048; Change in adjusted Share (2018–19): − 1.2%; Place: 20th

With US$1.35 billion in annual research funding, the University of California, San Diego, is a force in natural-sciences research, particularly in oceanography and the life sciences.

Its health-sciences group, which includes the School of Medicine and Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, brought in US$761 million in research funding in the fiscal year 2019, and Scripps Oceanography, one of the world’s oldest and largest centres for research in ocean and Earth science, won $180 million in funding.

The university also has a focus on innovation, with more than 2,500 active inventions, 1,870 US and foreign patents, and 31 start-ups launched in 2018 by faculty members, students and staff. One such start-up was CavoGene LifeSciences, which aims to develop gene therapies to treat neurodegenerative disease.

Zhejiang University, China

Share: 329.82; Count: 815; Change in adjusted Share (2018–19): +10.5%; Place: 23rd

Zhejiang University in Hangzhou, China, is part of the Chinese government’s Double First Class Plan, which aims to develop several world-class universities by 2050. It employs 3,741 full-time faculty members and partners with nearly 200 institutions around the world.

Zhejiang’s total research funding reached 4.56 billion yuan (US$644 million) in 2018, with 926 projects supported by the Chinese National Natural Science Fund and 1,838 Chinese invention patents issued. The university is home to materials scientist Dawei Di, who was listed as a top innovator under 35 by MIT Technology Review in 2019 for his work on organic light-emitting diodes and perovskite light-emitting diodes.

In 2019, Zheijiang researchers published a Science paper with an international team that proposed a method for boosting plant growth while reducing water use, which could contribute to more sustainable agriculture practices.

Northwestern University, United States

Share: 317.12; Count: 762; Change in adjusted Share (2018–19): − 7.6%; Place: 25th

Founded as a private research university in 1851, Northwestern University, based in Evanston, Illinois, now also has campuses in Chicago and Doha, Qatar, and employs 3,300 full-time research staff. It has an annual budget of US$2 billion and attracts more than US$700 million for sponsored research each year.

The fastest-rising institution in the United States in high-quality life-sciences research output, Northwestern University was also 14th in the world in chemistry in the Nature Index 2020 Annual Tables .

Its star researchers include mathematician Emmy Murphy, one of six recipients of the 2020 New Horizons Prize for her work in the field of topology — the study of geometric properties and relationships — and physicist John Joseph Carrasco and neuroscientist Andrew Miri, who in February were awarded prestigious Sloan Research Fellowships.

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VCU breaks into top 50 of public research universities in the U.S.

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By A.J. Hostetler Stravitz-Sanyal Institute for Liver Disease and Metabolic Health

Bolstered in part by the intense drive to fight the COVID-19 pandemic, Virginia Commonwealth University now ranks among the top 50 public research universities in the United States for the first time.

The  National Science Foundation’s Higher Education Research and Development fiscal year 2021 survey , released Thursday, ranks VCU as No. 50 in the country for fiscal research expenditures. Reaching this ranking comes well ahead of the timeline set out by VCU’s Quest 2028 goals. VCU ranked No. 58 last year.

“The importance of this achievement is more than just hitting a target number,” said Michael Rao, Ph.D., president of VCU and VCU Health System. “The NSF ranking shows where VCU stands related to our peers and more importantly, to how far and fast we’ve come. Our growth is one of the fastest among Virginia universities and demonstrates our impact and continued success and stature as a public research university committed to transformative innovation. We are in a unique position to influence the long-term economic, social and physical health and well-being of the communities we serve.”

“Our new ranking reflects the talented researchers and scholars who conduct collaborative, transformational and outstanding research, as well as the engagement of VCU’s dedicated staff, postdoctoral trainees and students who help facilitate VCU's increased national and global prominence,” said P. Srirama Rao, Ph.D., vice president for research and innovation at VCU.

The National Science Foundation calculates expenditures based on the portion of awarded research grants from various institutions, initiatives, endowments and foundations spent in a fiscal year. The remaining grant amounts carry over to future years. In this annual survey, the NSF defines research and development funding as expenditures from all funding types related to creative and systematic work undertaken to increase the stock of knowledge, including STEM, health, arts and humanities faculty.

The NSF HERD ranking typically follows the announcement of total sponsored programs activity by 12 to 18 months. In FY21, VCU received a then-institutional record $363 million in sponsored program activity. Industry funding accounted for $56.6 million, including $32.5 million for clinical trials. Earlier this fall, VCU announced that the university had passed the $400 million mark for sponsored program activities, and  VCU’s finalized total for FY22  is now  $405.6 million , a nearly 50% increase from FY18.

“I expect our current upward trend in sponsored funding to continue,” Vice President Rao. “This means that more students and other trainees will have the opportunity to contribute to research led by our top faculty and outstanding scholars in various fields of arts, engineering, humanities, social sciences and medicine. They can in turn engage with the community and share newly acquired knowledge to promote innovation for the public good.”

VCU’s inventive faculty have a strong impact on Richmond, Virginia and beyond. In FY 2021, 27 patents were issued and 24 inventions were licensed or optioned, with seven start-ups launched, to advance transformative innovation and enhance the economic and social well-being of the region. One such licensed invention is a potentially life-saving therapeutic that could work against variants of the coronavirus that causes COVID-19.

The new ranking recognizes the university’s investment in research aligned with the four initiatives that ground the  One VCU Research Strategic Priorities Plan , designed to capitalize on VCU strengths to shape the future through transformative innovation. For example, the university earlier this year encouraged team-based efforts among VCU’s diverse community of research leaders on its campuses, including VCUarts Qatar, providing nearly $4.4 million in new internal funding to 55 transdisciplinary projects to address societal grand challenges.

Based on federally financed research and development expenditures for FY21, several of VCU’s research areas featured in the top 100 of  the national rankings  among all public research universities and include:

• No. 1: Visual and performing arts
• No. 7: Non-science / engineering fields
• No. 13: Education
• No. 31: Social work
• No. 34: Health sciences
• No. 35: Psychology
• No. 37: Department of Health and Human Services
• No. 41: Biological and biomedical sciences
• No. 45: Life sciences
• No. 58: Expenditures in science and engineering fields
• No. 66: Computer and information sciences
• No. 82: Engineering 

In FY 2021, VCU received a $16 million gift to the Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research aimed at fostering collaborative science and health care research among VCU investigators and students. New federal funding that year also allowed VCU’s oyster shell recycling program to expand the community project into Northern Virginia, helping to replace oyster beds that play a critical role in sustaining the Chesapeake Bay.

VCU received several impactful federal grant renewals to address societal challenges. One such renewal funds the pursuit of developing a drug to target a specific, tumor-growing protein that causes pancreatic cancer. Another renewal continues VCU’s investigations into the genetic components of alcohol use disorder. VCU’s Medicines for All Institute is partnering with a Richmond-based firm, Phlow Corp., on a $354 million federal contract to secure the domestic pharmaceutical supply chain.

“The foundation of our strength is our collaborative community of field-shapers with diverse experiences among our three campuses, including VCUarts Qatar,” Vice President Rao said. “We see this in the effort going into the creation of the new Stravitz-Sanyal Institute for Liver Disease and Metabolic Health. Collaboration among disciplines is essential for achieving transformative innovation that impacts our community, nation and even our world.”

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Research at unc has doubled over the past 15 years, firmly establishing carolina as one of america’s top-ranked research universities..

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More than 150 faculty at UNC are members of the National Academies & prestigious learned societies // UNC Research, 2021

2 Nobel Laureates // Royal Swedish Academy of Science

21st  most cited university in the world // CSIC Webmetrics, 2023

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59% in multi-investigator projects

46% in multi-department projects

31% in multi-school projects

More than 800 postdoctoral fellows // UNC Office of Postdoctoral Affairs, 2021

21st in the nation for the total number of postdoctoral fellows //  Survey of Graduate Students and Postdoctorates in Science and Engineering, 2021

9th in the US for federally funded health sciences research // HERD Survey, 2022

The National Institutes of Health is UNC’s largest federal funder, awarding more than $535M in 2023 // UNC RAMSeS, 2023

2nd in the nation for federally funded social and behavioral science research and development // COSSA, 2023

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Twenty-nine universities had research and development expenditures of $1 billion or more in Fiscal ... [+] Year 2022

Total research and development (R&D) expenditures at American colleges and universities topped $97 billion in Fiscal Year 2022, according to the latest Higher Education Research and Development (HERD) Survey released by the National Science Foundation (NSF) on November 30.

The Fy 2022 total of $97.842 billion represents an increase of more than $8 billion over FY 2021, making it the largest annual growth on record as measured in current dollars. Funding from federal sources accounted for $4.9 billion of the total rise.

The HERD Survey is sponsored by the National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics (NCSES) within the National Science Foundation. The R&D expenditure data were collected from 900 universities and colleges that grant a bachelor’s degree or higher and expended at least $150,000 in R&D in the prior fiscal year. For most of the surveyed institutions, FY 2022 covered the period of July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022.

According to NSF, the reported expenditures include all funds spent on activities specifically organized to produce research outcomes sponsored by an outside organization or supported with institutional funds. The major souces of funding are:

• the federal government, which includes agencies such as the Department of Health and Human Services (under which the National Institutes of Health funding is counted), the Department of Defense, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, the Department of Energy, the National Science Foundation. and the Department of Agriculture. Federal funding accounted for 55.3% of FY 2022’s total R and D expenditures.
• state and local governments, 5.0% of all expenditures
• institutional funds, 25.1% of all expenditures
• business, 5.8% of all expenditures
• nonprofit organizations, 6.1% of all expenditures
• all other sources, 2.7%.

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Research expenditures are one way to measure an institution’s research productivity. Along with other indicators like refereed publications, citation counts, commercialization of research discoveries, and scholarly awards, they provide a quantification of the impact from a university’s collective scholarship.

As it has for decades, Johns Hopkins University headed the list of academic institutions, with $3.42 billion in total R and D, over $2 billion of which goes to its Applied Physics Laboratory . The rest of the top 5 were:

University of California, San Francisco $1.806 billion

University of Pennsylvania $1.791 billion

University of Michigan , Ann Arbor $1.771 billion

University of Washington , Seattle $1.560 billion

The remainder of the top 10 were:

University of California, Los Angeles $1.536 billion

University of California, San Diego $1.533 billion

University of Wisconsin-Madison $1.524 billion

Duke University $1.391 billion

Stanford University $1.385 billion

Rounding out ranks #11-25 were:

Ohio State University $1.363 billion

University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill $1.361 billion

Harvard University $1.308 billion

Cornell University $1.300 billion

New York University $1.276 billion

University of Pittsburgh $1.252 billion

Georgia Institute of Technology $1.231

Columbia University $1.231 billion

University of Maryland $1.229 billion

University of Minnesota, Twin Cities $1.202 billion

Yale University $1.191 billion

University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center $1.183 billion

Texas A&M University and Health Science Center $1.153 billion

Vanderbilt University and Vanderbilt University Medical Center $1.086 billion

University of Florida $1.086 billion

Last fiscal year, 24 universities surpassed the one billion dollar R&D mark. This year, 29 did so. In addition to the top 25, the other institutions with one billion dollars or more in R & D funding were: Washington University (St. Louis), University of Southern California, Pennsylvania State University and Hershey Medical Center , and Northwestern University .

Here are the leading academic fields based on Fiscal Year 2022 R&D funding:

• The Health Sciences topped the list with a total of $31.87 billion in expenditures.
• They were followed by Biological and Biomedical Sciences at $18.16 billion.
• Engineering (and all its subfields) was third with $15.60 billion.
• Rounding out the top five research fields were the Agricultural Sciences with $3.94 billion and Geosciences, Atmospheric Sciences and Ocean Sciences with $3.69 billion.

Fields with R&D expenditures exceeding two billion dollars in FY 2020 were:

• Computer and Information Sciences ($3.23 billion),
• Social Sciences other than Psychology ($3.17 billion),
• Physics ($2.67 billion), and
• Chemistry ($2.13 billion).

Disciplines topping the one billion dollar mark were:

• Education ($1.74 billion),
• Psychology ($1.44 billion),
• Business Management and Business Administration ($1.08 billion), and
• Natural Resources and Conservation ($1.01 billion).

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In the current environment of increasing tuition and shrinking public funds, a sense of urgency has emerged to better track the performance of colleges and universities in the hope that their costs can be contained without compromising quality or accessibility. Improving Measurement of Productivity in Higher Education presents an analytically well-defined concept of productivity in higher education and recommends empirically valid and operationally practical guidelines for measuring it. In addition to its obvious policy and research value, improved measures of productivity may generate insights that potentially lead to enhanced departmental, institutional, or system educational processes.

Improving Measurement of Productivity in Higher Education constructs valid productivity measures to supplement the body of information used to guide resource allocation decisions at the system, state, and national levels and to assist policymakers who must assess investments in higher education against other compelling demands on scarce resources. By portraying the productive process in detail, this report will allow stakeholders to better understand the complexities of--and potential approaches to--measuring institution, system and national-level performance in higher education.

Improving Measurement of Productivity in Higher Education

In order for the United States to maintain the global leadership and competitiveness in science and technology that are critical to achieving national goals, we must invest in research, encourage innovation, and grow a strong and talented science and technology workforce. Expanding Underrepresented Minority Participation explores the role of diversity in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) workforce and its value in keeping America innovative and competitive. According to the book, the U.S. labor market is projected to grow faster in science and engineering than in any other sector in the coming years, making minority participation in STEM education at all levels a national priority.

Expanding Underrepresented Minority Participation analyzes the rate of change and the challenges the nation currently faces in developing a strong and diverse workforce. Although minorities are the fastest growing segment of the population, they are underrepresented in the fields of science and engineering. Historically, there has been a strong connection between increasing educational attainment in the United States and the growth in and global leadership of the economy. Expanding Underrepresented Minority Participation suggests that the federal government, industry, and post-secondary institutions work collaboratively with K-12 schools and school systems to increase minority access to and demand for post-secondary STEM education and technical training.

The book also identifies best practices and offers a comprehensive road map for increasing involvement of underrepresented minorities and improving the quality of their education. It offers recommendations that focus on academic and social support, institutional roles, teacher preparation, affordability and program development.

Expanding Underrepresented Minority Participation: America's Science and Technology Talent at the Crossroads

Beyond Bias and Barriers: Fulfilling the Potential of Women in Academic Science and Engineering

Austen Applegate

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50 Best Research Universities Ranked for Undergrads in 2024

Key Takeaways

• A great research university will expand your academic networking opportunities with some of the most influential professors in the world.
• Because of the huge research budgets at large research universities, students will be on the cutting edge of the latest technology and discoveries.
• A research university is the perfect choice for those students interested in pursuing a STEM degree.

10 Best Research Universities for Undergrads

California institute of technology, harvard university, massachusetts institute of technology, stanford university, princeton university, university of chicago, yale university, columbia university, carnegie mellon university, johns hopkins university, university of california, berkeley, university of michigan, cornell university.

• The Catholic University of America 86%
• City College of New York 67%
• Yeshiva University 63%
• Illinois Institute of Technology 61%
• The New School 57%
• Howard University 53%
• Clark University 50%
• University of Pittsburgh 49%
• George Washington University 49%
• University of Washington 48%
• University of Washington 21 to 1
• University of California, Berkeley 19 to 1
• University of California, Los Angeles 18 to 1
• University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 17 to 1
• University of Virginia 15 to 1
• Howard University 14 to 1
• City College of New York 14 to 1
• University of Miami 13 to 1
• Illinois Institute of Technology 13 to 1
• University of Pittsburgh 13 to 1
• Columbia University $66,139
• Tufts University $65,222
• Brown University $65,146
• University of Southern California $64,726
• University of Chicago $64,260
• Boston College $64,176
• Northwestern University $63,468
• University of Pennsylvania $63,452
• Cornell University $63,200
• Tulane University $62,844
• University of Chicago $65,145
• University of Southern California $63,468
• Brown University $62,680
• Tulane University $61,066
• Boston University $61,050
• Dartmouth College $60,687
• Johns Hopkins University $60,480
• Duke University $60,220
• University of Notre Dame $59,644
• Washington University in St. Louis $59,420

City College of New York

The new school, tulane university, california institute of integral studies, boston college, university of north carolina at chapel hill, howard university, university of miami, boston university, university of pittsburgh, cuny graduate center, the catholic university of america, illinois institute of technology, clark university, yeshiva university, american university, rice university.

• California Institute of Technology 3%
• Harvard University 3%
• Massachusetts Institute of Technology 4%
• Columbia University 4%
• Stanford University 4%
• Brown University 5%
• University of Chicago 5%
• Yale University 5%
• Duke University 6%
• Dartmouth College 6%
• Massachusetts Institute of Technology 3 to 1
• California Institute of Technology 3 to 1
• Carnegie Mellon University 5 to 1
• University of Chicago 5 to 1
• Stanford University 5 to 1
• Princeton University 5 to 1
• Columbia University 6 to 1
• Duke University 6 to 1
• Northwestern University 6 to 1
• Brown University 6 to 1
• CUNY Graduate Center $6,930
• City College of New York $6,930
• University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill $7,019
• University of Washington $11,189
• University of California, Los Angeles $11,564
• University of California, Berkeley $11,564
• University of Michigan $17,454
• University of Virginia $18,059
• University of Pittsburgh $19,760
• California Institute of Integral Studies $21,116
• CUNY Graduate Center $9,930
• University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill $10,552
• City College of New York $11,090
• University of California, Los Angeles $11,700
• University of California, Berkeley $11,700
• University of Washington $17,004
• University of Virginia $18,382
• California Institute of Integral Studies $22,356
• University of Pittsburgh $24,962
• University of Michigan $25,894

A research university is a great option for students interested in obtaining STEM degrees . Such students benefit from engaging in experimental inquiry, exploring cutting-edge technologies, and pursuing innovation in a rich and dynamic campus atmosphere. The top research universities give students a chance to work closely with influential professors and choose from a wide range of well-funded degree programs and research opportunities.

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What is a research university.

A research university is any university that invests heavily in research, and which consequently provides meaningful and extensive opportunities for its students and faculty to participate in research.

The best research universities are classified based on their quantifiable commitment to research activities. This tiered ranking is called the Carnegie Classification . This is where terms like R1 university and tier one university come from.

Are you interested in attending a school where cutting-edge innovation converges with academic excellence? Check out our look at the most technologically advanced colleges in the United States. These schools also typically offer degrees that can lead to some of the highest starting salaries , even for undergrads.

Is a research university right for me?

Research universities are colleges and universities whose faculty are active in research and publishing. Research universities offer a wide array of doctoral programs, especially in the sciences. They tend to be big, with tens of thousands of students.

Do you prefer a larger university setting , such as largest public university in your state? Research universities are typically big, offering degrees in many different disciplines.

Is a big high-powered research environment the thing for you? If not, you should think about a liberal arts college. In deciding on an undergraduate institution, ask yourself what sort of environment will best help you to be happy and excel.

• Consider whether you are self motivated enough to be a face in the crowd for some classes and largely unknown on campus at a large university. Of course you can find clubs and friends at a large university, but often liberal arts colleges have a more personal quality to them. If you want the community feel, a research university may not fit you well.
• Are you interested in STEM fields? Research universities have that name for a reason – real research is happening there. This can create an exciting atmosphere for students interested in STEM. Attending a research university can give you a better chance of getting into better programs for graduate degrees, although a lot of that depends on your performance.

Learn more about research universities by reading about the best research universities in the US .

Related: Differences between research universities and teaching colleges

If you would like to see this ranking without school size considered, visit our best universities in the US ranking.

The following list of research universities is composed of both private and public schools. We’ve identified 399 research universities in the US . Of those, there are 190 private research universities in the US. In order to be included in this list of best research universities, a school must be a fully accredited university, offer doctoral degrees across the range of STEM subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math), and it must report high levels of research activity based upon the number of research and/or practice doctorates awarded each year.

The Best Research Universities for Undergrads in the US

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Career Outlook for degree at California Institute of Technology

Research at caltech.

CalTech is classified as an “R1: Doctoral Universities – Very High Research Activity” institution. NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) is managed by CalTech through a partnership with NASA. The school also manages a number of observatories, a marine laboratory, an institute for space studies, and a Joint Center for Translational Medicine with UCLA (UCLA-Caltech JCTM).

Undergraduate students are encouraged to participate in the Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowships (SURF) program. Approximately 80% of the student body participates in the program at least one time during their studies.

California Institute of Technology’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Earth Sciences
• Computer Science
• Mathematics
• Engineering

Most Influential Alumni

• Donald Knuth
• Linus Pauling
• John McCarthy
• William Shockley
• Ivan Sutherland
• Benoit Mandelbrot
• Vernon L. Smith
• L. Sprague de Camp
• Robert C. Merton
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Career Outlook for degree at Harvard University

Research at harvard.

Harvard is home to more Nobel Prize winners than any other university, and is second in Fields Medal award winners, right behind Princeton University.

The school has cutting-edge research facilities and world-renowned faculty. Undergraduate students have a wide range of research opportunities in areas such as cosmology, particle physics, and condensed matter physics.

Harvard University’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Political Science
• Communications
• Jacques Derrida
• William James
• Noam Chomsky
• Charles Sanders Peirce
• T. S. Eliot
• Norbert Wiener
• Marvin Minsky
• Daniel Dennett
• Ralph Waldo Emerson
• Willard Van Orman Quine
• Paul Samuelson
• Hilary Putnam
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• #4 Best Universities in the World 2024
• #8 Best Universities in the US Ranked for Prospective Students in 2024
• #2 The Most Influential Universities and Colleges Ranked by State 2024
• #2 Best Colleges in Massachusetts 2024
• #2 Best Grad Schools in Massachusetts 2024
• #2 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts 2024
• #2 Best Research Universities in Massachusetts 2024
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• #4 Best Research Universities for Biology Degrees
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• #8 Best Research Universities for Philosophy Degrees
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Career Outlook for degree at Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Research at mit.

MIT is a private research university. According to their website, there have been 101 Nobel laureates, 61 National Medal of Science recipients, 33 National Medals of Technology and Innovation, 83 MacArthur Fellows, and 17 A. M. Turing Awards have been affiliated with MIT.

The Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP) gives students the opportunity to collaborate with renowned MIT faculty on real-world research happening across the school. Many students who participate in the program go on to become published, file patent applications, or even launch start-ups.

Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Richard Feynman
• Paul Krugman
• Claude Shannon
• Joseph Stiglitz
• Richard Stallman
• Ben Bernanke
• George Lakoff
• Vannevar Bush
• Murray Gell-Mann
• Lawrence Summers
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Career Outlook for degree at Stanford University

Research at stanford.

Stanford’s total sponsored research support revenue is a whopping $1.98 billion, which supports more than 7,500 projects throughout the school across a range of disciplines.

Stanford supports 15 independent interdisciplinary labs, centers, and institutes in areas that range from economic studies, the environment, energy, and health. The school also supports 9 STEM-based labs.

Stanford operates the SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory for the U.S. Department of Energy. Research at the SLAC spans chemistry, materials and energy sciences, bioscience, fusion energy science, high-energy physics, cosmology, advanced accelerator and technology development, and advanced computer science.

Stanford University’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Allen Newell
• Douglas Hofstadter
• Sandra Day O'Connor
• Hans Moravec
• John Harsanyi
• Gérard Debreu
• Rodney Brooks
• Anthony Kennedy
• Stuart J. Russell
• Garrett Hardin
• Stewart Brand
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Career Outlook for degree at Princeton University

Princeton University’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Religious Studies
• Alonzo Church
• Robert Mueller
• Edward Witten
• Robert Nozick
• John Bardeen
• Edward Said
• Gary Becker

Research at Princeton

Princeton University is considered one of the best research universities in the world because of its distinguished faculty, commitment to interdisciplinary research, and small student-to-faculty ratio.

As of October 2022, 79 Nobel laureates and 13 Fields Medal award winners have been affiliated with Princeton University. The majority of the school’s research falls into four disciplines: engineering and applied sciences, humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences.

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Career Outlook for degree at University of Chicago

Research at the university of chicago.

Ninety-nine scholars associated with the University of Chicago have been named Nobel laureates. The school has two U.S. Department of Energy laboratories—Argonne National Laboratory and Fermilab—and the world-renowned Marine Biological Laboratory. A majority of undergraduate students choose to engage in research.

University of Chicago’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Anthropology
• Social Work
• Milton Friedman
• Herbert A. Simon
• Richard Rorty
• James Watson
• Martin Gardner
• Thomas Sowell
• John B. Watson
• Philip Roth
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Career Outlook for degree at Yale University

Research at yale.

Yale university has over one million square feet of lab space that includes more than 800 laboratories, and numerous research centers and institutes. The school’s main areas of research include biotechnology, environmental science, oncology, pharmaceuticals, and quantum computing.

Yale University’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Harold Bloom
• Judith Butler
• Josiah Willard Gibbs
• Thorstein Veblen
• Alvin Plantinga
• Fredric Jameson
• Alan Dershowitz
• Grace Hopper
• Lawrence Lessig
• W. Edwards Deming
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Career Outlook for degree at Columbia University

Research at columbia.

Columbia University operates over 200 research centers and institutes and has a world-renowned medical center. The school boasts a research budget of over $1+ billion, 400 new inventions each year, and 87 Nobel laureates associated with the university.

Columbia University’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Herbert Marcuse
• Murray Rothbard
• Stephen Jay Gould
• Carl Rogers
• Kenneth Arrow
• B. R. Ambedkar
• Isaac Asimov
• Margaret Mead
• Jerry Fodor
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Career Outlook for degree at Carnegie Mellon University

Research at carnegie mellon.

Carnegie Mellon is definitely a leader in research universities in the US. The world’s largest robotics research and development organization, the National Robotics Engineering Center (NREC), is housed within Carnegie Mellon University’s Robotics Institute (RI).

The Software Engineering Institute (SEI) at Carnegie Mellon University is one of only 10 Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs) in the US. The institute conducts research and development in software engineering, systems engineering, cybersecurity, and many other areas.

Carnegie Mellon University’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Oliver E. Williamson
• James Gosling
• Edward Feigenbaum
• John Forbes Nash Jr.
• Henry Giroux
• Edward C. Prescott
• Shafi Goldwasser
• Kurt Vonnegut
• Robert H. Dennard
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• #22 The Best Traditional MBA Programs Ranked for Students in 2024

Career Outlook for degree at Johns Hopkins University

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Johns Hopkins is known for its research and education, and has the highest federal research funding of any American university. 80% of JHU students participate in research. The Provost’s Undergraduate Research Awards (PURA) program was created to support and encourage undergraduate students to engage in independent research under the guidance of JHU faculty.

The university also claims nearly 3700 patented inventions, the likes of which generated more than $32.1 million in revenue.

Johns Hopkins University’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• G. Stanley Hall
• John Archibald Wheeler
• John Mauchly
• Thomas Hunt Morgan
• Gertrude Stein
• Rachel Carson
• Joseph Jastrow
• Robert Fogel
• Richard E. Bellman
• John R. Commons

Georgetown University

• #1 Best Research Universities in DC 2024
• #1 Best Private Colleges in DC 2024
• #1 Best Grad Schools in DC 2024
• #1 Best Christian Colleges in DC 2024
• #1 Best Colleges in DC 2024
• #7 Best Research Universities for Nursing Degrees
• #8 Best Research Universities for Political Science Degrees
• #10 Best Research Universities for Religious Studies Degrees
• #17 Best Research Universities for History Degrees
• #18 Best Research Universities for Philosophy Degrees
• #18 Best Research Universities for Economics Degrees
• #21 Best Research Universities for English Degrees
• #22 Best Research Universities for Sociology Degrees
• #1 Best Online Master's Programs in DC 2024
• #1 Top 20 Most Affordable Online Master's of Nursing Programs
• #13 Top 20 Best Business Schools for MBAs Ranked for Students
• #13 The Best Traditional MBA Programs Ranked for Students in 2024
• #23 The Fastest Traditional MBA Degree Programs Ranked for 2024

Career Outlook for degree at Georgetown University

Research at georgetown university.

Located in Washington, D.C., Georgetown University offers unique opportunities for research collaboration opportunities with government agencies, international organizations, think tanks, and NGOs. Its close proximity to policymakers enriches research initiatives and facilitates partnerships.

The university provides state-of-the-art research facilities and laboratories to support faculty and student research endeavors.

Georgetown University’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Criminal Justice
• J. Edgar Hoover
• Antonin Scalia
• George Tenet
• Abdullah II of Jordan
• Steven Novella
• Jerome Powell
• Susan Hockfield
• Solomon H. Snyder
• John R. Allen

University of Pennsylvania

• #13 50 Best Private Colleges and Universities for Undergrads 2024
• #13 50 Best Colleges and Universities Ranked for Undergrads in 2024
• #14 Best Universities in the World 2024
• #1 Best Research Universities in Pennsylvania 2024
• #1 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania 2024
• #1 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania 2024
• #1 Best Grad Schools in Pennsylvania 2024
• #1 Best Research Universities for Business Degrees
• #1 Best Research Universities for Social Work Degrees
• #1 Best Research Universities for Nursing Degrees
• #2 Best Research Universities for Communications Degrees
• #4 Best Research Universities for Psychology Degrees
• #7 Best Research Universities for Anthropology Degrees
• #7 Best Research Universities for Biology Degrees
• #8 Best Research Universities for History Degrees
• #8 Best Research Universities for Engineering Degrees
• #9 Best Research Universities for Sociology Degrees
• #9 Best Research Universities for Chemistry Degrees
• #9 Best Research Universities for Economics Degrees
• #10 Best Research Universities for Political Science Degrees
• #11 Best Research Universities for English Degrees
• #11 Best Research Universities for Religious Studies Degrees
• #11 Best Research Universities for Physics Degrees
• #12 Best Research Universities for Computer Science Degrees
• #12 Best Research Universities for Math Degrees
• #14 Best Research Universities for Philosophy Degrees
• #15 Best Research Universities for Earth Sciences Degrees
• #1 Top 50 Best No GRE Online PhD Degree Programs (Doctorates)
• #1 Most Affordable Online Criminology Doctorate Programs (PhDs)
• #3 Guide to Free Online Courses for MBA Students in 2024
• #3 Fastest Accelerated Online Computer Science Doctorates (PhDs)
• #3 Most Affordable Online Computer Science PhDs (Doctorates) 2024
• #7 Top 15 Most Affordable Online Social Work PhDs (Doctorates)
• #3 The Best Traditional MBA Programs Ranked for Students in 2024
• #6 Top 20 Best Business Schools for MBAs Ranked for Students
• #10 Best Schools in the World for Earning an MBA Degree Ranked for 2024
• #10 The Fastest Traditional MBA Degree Programs Ranked for 2024

Career Outlook for degree at University of Pennsylvania

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The University of Pennsylvania’s location in Philadelphia is a hub for healthcare, technology, and finance. The school has been able to forge strategic partnerships with leading corporations, research institutions, and government agencies, a boon for faculty and students alike.

UPenn emphasizes translating research initiatives into real-world applications and solutions. The university actively supports entrepreneurship and technology commercialization through initiatives like the Penn Center for Innovation.

The school also encourages collaboration among faculty and students outside of normal academic boundaries, creating initiatives like Penn Integrates Knowledge (PIK) professorships, which is specifically for professors who hold joint appointments across two disciplines.

University of Pennsylvania’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Martin Seligman
• James McKeen Cattell
• John Backus
• Eric S. Raymond
• Paul R. Ehrlich
• J. Presper Eckert

Duke University

• #14 50 Best Private Colleges and Universities for Undergrads 2024
• #14 50 Best Colleges and Universities Ranked for Undergrads in 2024
• #16 50 Best Graduate Schools Ranked for Prospective Students in 2024
• #20 Best Universities in the US Ranked for Prospective Students in 2024
• #24 Best Universities in the World 2024
• #1 Best Grad Schools in North Carolina 2024
• #1 Best Christian Colleges in North Carolina 2024
• #1 Best Research Universities in North Carolina 2024
• #1 Best Private Colleges in North Carolina 2024
• #1 Best Colleges in North Carolina 2024
• #4 Best Research Universities for Nursing Degrees
• #4 Best Research Universities for Education Degrees
• #5 Best Research Universities for Religious Studies Degrees
• #9 Best Research Universities for Anthropology Degrees
• #10 Best Research Universities for Philosophy Degrees
• #11 Best Research Universities for Psychology Degrees
• #11 Best Research Universities for Sociology Degrees
• #11 Best Research Universities for Biology Degrees
• #12 Best Research Universities for History Degrees
• #13 Best Research Universities for Political Science Degrees
• #13 Best Research Universities for Economics Degrees
• #14 Best Research Universities for English Degrees
• #14 Best Research Universities for Earth Sciences Degrees
• #16 Best Research Universities for Physics Degrees
• #16 Best Research Universities for Computer Science Degrees
• #16 Best Research Universities for Math Degrees
• #17 Best Research Universities for Engineering Degrees
• #18 Best Research Universities for Chemistry Degrees
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• #1 Best Online Master's Programs in North Carolina 2024
• #1 Best Online MBA Programs in North Carolina
• #1 Best Online Master's in Nursing MSN
• #1 Best Online Christian Colleges and Universities for Master's Degrees
• #1 Fastest Online Doctoral Degree Programs Ranked for Students in 2024
• #3 Best Online Master's Programs 2024
• #4 Top 50 Best No GRE Online PhD Degree Programs (Doctorates)
• #5 Best Online Master's in Management
• #6 Fastest Online Master's Degrees Ranked for Students in 2024
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• #15 The Best Traditional MBA Programs Ranked for Students in 2024

Career Outlook for degree at Duke University

Research at duke university.

Duke University is located in the Research Triangle area of central North Carolina, giving it a prime location for collaborations with external partners. The school focuses on specific areas of study, such as health, energy, the environment, public policy, and global affairs.

Duke even has an Innovation & Entrepreneurship Department that provides resources, mentorship, and funding to help students translate their ideas into products and services.

Duke University’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Jerome Bruner
• Fred Brooks
• Charlie Rose
• John W. Campbell
• Paul Farmer
• Russell Kirk
• David G. Bromley
• Michael Tomasello
• Peter J. Denning
• Charles Tart

Northwestern University

• #21 Best Universities in the US Ranked for Prospective Students in 2024
• #2 Best Colleges in Illinois 2024
• #2 Best Research Universities in Illinois 2024
• #2 Best Grad Schools Illinois 2024
• #2 Best Private Colleges in Illinois 2024
• #4 Best Research Universities for Communications Degrees
• #6 Best Research Universities for Business Degrees
• #7 Best Research Universities for Education Degrees
• #13 Best Research Universities for Sociology Degrees
• #14 Best Research Universities for Anthropology Degrees
• #14 Best Research Universities for Chemistry Degrees
• #14 Best Research Universities for Economics Degrees
• #17 Best Research Universities for English Degrees
• #17 Best Research Universities for Philosophy Degrees
• #18 Best Research Universities for Psychology Degrees
• #18 Best Research Universities for History Degrees
• #19 Best Research Universities for Religious Studies Degrees
• #19 Best Research Universities for Political Science Degrees
• #19 Best Research Universities for Math Degrees
• #21 Best Research Universities for Physics Degrees
• #22 Best Research Universities for Engineering Degrees
• #23 Best Research Universities for Earth Sciences Degrees
• #25 Best Research Universities for Computer Science Degrees
• #1 Fastest Online Associate Degrees Ranked for 2024
• #1 Best Online Master's in Public Administration Degree Programs
• #2 Best Online Bachelor's in Strategic Communications Degree Programs
• #1 Best College Majors that Offer Accelerated Degree Programs
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• #11 Best Schools in the World for Earning an MBA Degree Ranked for 2024
• #21 The Fastest Traditional MBA Degree Programs Ranked for 2024

Career Outlook for degree at Northwestern University

Research at northwestern university.

Like all of the other colleges in our list, Northwestern has state-of-the-art research facilities, but the school also supports innovation through initiatives like The Garage and the Farley Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation.

Northwestern’s research initiatives are especially strong in specific areas of study, such as nanotechnology, neuroscience, global health, and data science.

Northwestern University’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Stephen Colbert
• George Stigler
• John Paul Stevens
• Saul Bellow
• Robert Hanssen
• Aaron Director
• Charles W. Morris
• Walter Dill Scott
• J. Gordon Melton
• Alston Scott Householder
• Adam Przeworski
• Joseph Greenberg
• #15 Top 15 Best Online Colleges for Transfer Students in 2024
• #16 Best Universities in the World 2024
• #17 50 Best Private Colleges and Universities for Undergrads 2024
• #17 50 Best Colleges and Universities Ranked for Undergrads in 2024
• #3 Best Research Universities in New York 2024
• #3 Best Colleges in New York 2024
• #3 Best Grad Schools in New York 2024
• #3 Best Private Colleges in New York 2024
• #5 Best Research Universities for Business Degrees
• #8 Best Research Universities for Communications Degrees
• #8 Best Research Universities for Chemistry Degrees
• #8 Best Research Universities for Computer Science Degrees
• #9 Best Research Universities for Engineering Degrees
• #9 Best Research Universities for Earth Sciences Degrees
• #9 Best Research Universities for Physics Degrees
• #9 Best Research Universities for Philosophy Degrees
• #10 Best Research Universities for English Degrees
• #10 Best Research Universities for History Degrees
• #10 Best Research Universities for Sociology Degrees
• #10 Best Research Universities for Biology Degrees
• #10 Best Research Universities for Math Degrees
• #10 Best Research Universities for Economics Degrees
• #11 Best Research Universities for Political Science Degrees
• #12 Best Research Universities for Anthropology Degrees
• #13 Best Research Universities for Psychology Degrees
• #13 Best Research Universities for Religious Studies Degrees
• #1 Best Online Master’s in Engineering Management
• #1 Best Online Master’s in Engineering
• #2 Best Online Master's Programs in New York 2024
• #2 Best Online Master's in Management
• #4 Fastest Online Master's Degrees Ranked for Students in 2024
• #4 Top 20 Best Business Schools for MBAs Ranked for Students
• #10 The Best Traditional MBA Programs Ranked for Students in 2024
• #17 The Fastest Traditional MBA Degree Programs Ranked for 2024

Career Outlook for degree at Cornell University

Research at cornell university.

Cornell’s excellence as a research university spans a wide range of disciplines, including agriculture, engineering, life sciences, physical sciences, social sciences, and business, among others.

Cornell provides opportunities for undergrads to engage in research alongside faculty mentors. Students can gain research skills and contribute to scholarly inquiry while pursuing a bachelor’s degree.

Cornell University’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Thomas Pynchon
• Abraham Maslow
• Thomas Nagel
• Sheldon Glashow
• Anthony Fauci
• Francis Fukuyama
• Ruth Bader Ginsburg
• Steven Weinberg
• Leonard Susskind
• Gayatri Chakravorty Spivak
• #2 Best Universities in the US Ranked for Prospective Students in 2024
• #2 Top Schools that Offer Free Master's Degrees Online
• #4 50 Best Graduate Schools Ranked for Prospective Students in 2024
• #5 Best Universities in the World 2024
• #18 50 Best Colleges and Universities Ranked for Undergrads in 2024
• #1 Best Public Colleges California 2024
• #1 Most Affordable Colleges in California 2024
• #2 Best Colleges in California 2024
• #2 Best Research Universities in California 2024
• #2 Best Grad Schools California 2024
• #2 Best Research Universities for Social Work Degrees
• #3 Best Research Universities for Communications Degrees
• #4 Best Research Universities for Engineering Degrees
• #4 Best Research Universities for Sociology Degrees
• #4 Best Research Universities for Chemistry Degrees
• #4 Best Research Universities for Computer Science Degrees
• #5 Best Research Universities for Anthropology Degrees
• #5 Best Research Universities for Math Degrees
• #6 Best Research Universities for Physics Degrees
• #7 Best Research Universities for English Degrees
• #7 Best Research Universities for History Degrees
• #7 Best Research Universities for Political Science Degrees
• #7 Best Research Universities for Philosophy Degrees
• #8 Best Research Universities for Earth Sciences Degrees
• #8 Best Research Universities for Biology Degrees
• #8 Best Research Universities for Economics Degrees
• #9 Best Research Universities for Psychology Degrees
• #9 Best Research Universities for Religious Studies Degrees
• #1 Best Online History Doctorate Degree Programs (PhDs) 2024
• #1 Top 3 Best Online Economics PhD Degree Programs (Doctorates)
• #1 Top 5 Best Online Sociology PhD Degree Programs (Doctorates) 2024
• #2 Fastest Accelerated Online Computer Science Doctorates (PhDs)
• #2 Most Affordable Online Computer Science PhDs (Doctorates) 2024
• #2 Top 5 Best Online English PhD Degree Programs (Doctorates)
• #2 Top 8 Best Online Public Health PhD Degree Programs (Doctorates)
• #3 Top 6 Best Online Clinical Nutrition PhD Degree Programs (Doctorates)
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• #9 The Best Traditional MBA Programs Ranked for Students in 2024

Career Outlook for degree at University of California, Berkeley

Research at the university of california, berkeley.

While Berkeley conducts research across a wide range of disciplines, the school’s research often focuses on societal well-being. Through the Goldman School of Public Policy, Berkeley Law, and the Blum Center for Developing Economies, numerous research initiatives address pressing social, economic, and environmental issues.

Berkeley also has a strong focus on entrepreneurship and innovation, with initiatives like the Berkeley Innovation Index, SkyDeck, and the Sutardja Center for Entrepreneurship & Technology.

University of California, Berkeley’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Daniel Kahneman
• John Kenneth Galbraith
• Timothy Leary
• Shing-Tung Yau
• Ken Thompson
• Niklaus Wirth
• Douglas Engelbart
• Theodosius Dobzhansky
• Betty Friedan
• George Dantzig
• Octavio Paz
• Gary Snyder

Brown University

• #24 Best Universities in the US Ranked for Prospective Students in 2024
• #24 50 Best Graduate Schools Ranked for Prospective Students in 2024
• #1 Best Research Universities in Rhode Island 2024
• #1 Best Colleges in Rhode Island 2024
• #1 Best Private Colleges in Rhode Island 2024
• #1 Best Grad Schools in Rhode Island 2024
• #6 Best Research Universities for Education Degrees
• #8 Best Research Universities for Business Degrees
• #9 Best Research Universities for English Degrees
• #11 Best Research Universities for Communications Degrees
• #11 Best Research Universities for History Degrees
• #13 Best Research Universities for Anthropology Degrees
• #13 Best Research Universities for Computer Science Degrees
• #14 Best Research Universities for Math Degrees
• #16 Best Research Universities for Political Science Degrees
• #16 Best Research Universities for Sociology Degrees
• #16 Best Research Universities for Earth Sciences Degrees
• #16 Best Research Universities for Philosophy Degrees
• #17 Best Research Universities for Biology Degrees
• #17 Best Research Universities for Economics Degrees
• #18 Best Research Universities for Religious Studies Degrees
• #18 Best Research Universities for Physics Degrees
• #19 Best Research Universities for Psychology Degrees
• #21 Best Research Universities for Engineering Degrees
• #24 Best Research Universities for Chemistry Degrees
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Career Outlook for degree at Brown University

Research at brown university.

Brown University conducts research across a wide range of disciplines, but is known especially for its initiatives in the fields of health care, technology, social justice, and the arts. Initiatives like the Institute at Brown for Environment and Society (IBES) and the Data Science Initiative facilitate collaborative research across disciplines.

Brown University’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Janet Yellen
• Peter Norvig
• Richard Holbrooke
• Andy Hertzfeld
• Jacob M. Appel
• S. T. Joshi
• Lester Frank Ward
• Randy Pausch
• Jeffrey Eugenides
• David Lodge
• #3 Best Grad Schools In Texas 2024
• #3 Best Research Universities in Texas 2024
• #3 Best Colleges in Texas 2024
• #15 Best Research Universities for Physics Degrees
• #17 Best Research Universities for Chemistry Degrees
• #19 Best Research Universities for Engineering Degrees
• #20 Best Research Universities for Math Degrees
• #23 Best Research Universities for Religious Studies Degrees
• #23 Best Research Universities for Computer Science Degrees
• #24 Best Research Universities for Earth Sciences Degrees
• #3 Best Online Master's Programs in Texas 2024
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• #3 Best Online Master's in Computer Science Degree Programs
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Career Outlook for degree at Rice University

Research at rice university.

Much of the research at Rice University focuses on public policy and societal well-being. Through initiatives like the Baker Institute for Public Policy and the Kinder Institute for Urban Research, the school engages works to address social, economic, and environmental issues.

Rice also has a strong focus on entrepreneurship and innovation. The Rice Alliance for Technology and Entrepreneurship and the Liu Idea Lab for Innovation and Entrepreneurship are two examples where the school encourages researchers and students to translate their ideas into real-world applications, startups, and ventures.

Rice University’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Herman Daly
• Joyce Carol Oates
• Robert Woodrow Wilson
• Dennis Sullivan
• Robert Curl
• Matthew Sands
• George Mackey
• William Sims Bainbridge
• Thomas W. Malone
• David Eagleman
• John Morgan
• Henry M. Morris

Dartmouth College

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• #1 Best Research Universities in New Hampshire 2024
• #1 Best Colleges in New Hampshire 2024
• #19 Best Research Universities for English Degrees
• #19 Best Research Universities for Sociology Degrees
• #20 Best Research Universities for Political Science Degrees
• #20 Best Research Universities for Earth Sciences Degrees
• #23 Best Research Universities for History Degrees
• #23 Best Research Universities for Economics Degrees
• #24 Best Research Universities for Anthropology Degrees
• #24 Best Research Universities for Religious Studies Degrees
• #24 Best Research Universities for Philosophy Degrees
• #24 Best Research Universities for Computer Science Degrees
• #1 Best Online Master's Programs in New Hampshire 2024
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Career Outlook for degree at Dartmouth College

Research at dartmouth college.

Dartmouth college emphasizes research opportunities for undergraduate students and provides faculty mentors to those students. Undergraduates can gain hands-on research skills, contribute to scholarly inquiry, and explore their interests in various fields.

Dartmouth College’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Joseph Campbell
• Robert Frost
• Daniel Webster
• Vincent Canby
• Robert Reich
• C. Everett Koop
• Stuart Kauffman
• Jaegwon Kim
• Robert Christgau
• Michael Gazzaniga
• Edward Norton Lorenz
• #6 Best Private Colleges in New York 2024
• #8 Best Research Universities in New York 2024
• #8 Best Colleges in New York 2024
• #8 Best Grad Schools in New York 2024
• #2 Best Online Master's in Social Work MSW
• #5 Best Online Master's Programs in New York 2024
• #6 Best Online Master’s in Education
• #12 Best Online Master's in Marketing and Advertising
• #15 Best Data Science Online Master’s Programs

Career Outlook for degree at Yeshiva University

Research at yeshiva university.

Yeshiva University is home to the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, which is known for its research in biomedical sciences, healthcare, and medical education. Faculty and researchers at Einstein conduct research in areas such as cancer, neuroscience, genetics, and infectious diseases.

The Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law at Yeshiva University is also known for its research in the field of law. The legal research conducted at the school contributes to shaping legal discourse and policy.

Yeshiva University’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Hillel Furstenberg
• John Taylor Gatto
• Paul Gottfried
• Herman Wouk
• Joseph Halpern
• David Rosenhan
• Howard Dean
• Henry Abramson
• Norman Lamm
• Saul Lieberman
• Shlomo Riskin
• Samuel J. Danishefsky

Brandeis University

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• #2 Best Online Master's Programs in Massachusetts 2024
• #3 Best Online Master's in Project Management
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Career Outlook for degree at Brandeis University

Research at brandeis university.

Brandeis University has a strong commitment to social justice and equity, and as such, researchers at the school strive to make a positive impact on society through their scholarly work and engagement with local and global communities. Their research initiatives have a significant global impact, with collaborations, projects, and partnerships taking place around the world.

Brandeis University’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Angela Davis
• Michael Walzer
• Leslie Lamport
• Thomas Friedman
• Patricia Hill Collins
• Abbie Hoffman
• Avital Ronell
• Michael Sandel
• Elaine Showalter
• Deborah Lipstadt
• Christina Hoff Sommers
• #4 Top Schools that Offer Free Master's Degrees Online
• #9 Best Universities in the US Ranked for Prospective Students in 2024
• #11 50 Best Graduate Schools Ranked for Prospective Students in 2024
• #11 Best Universities in the World 2024
• #1 Best Research Universities in Michigan 2024
• #1 Best Colleges in Michigan 2024
• #1 Best Grad Schools in Michigan 2024
• #1 Most Affordable Colleges in Michigan 2024
• #1 Best Public Colleges in Michigan 2024
• #2 Best Research Universities for Education Degrees
• #4 Best Research Universities for Business Degrees
• #5 Best Research Universities for Nursing Degrees
• #6 Best Research Universities for Psychology Degrees
• #6 Best Research Universities for Communications Degrees
• #8 Best Research Universities for Anthropology Degrees
• #8 Best Research Universities for Sociology Degrees
• #9 Best Research Universities for History Degrees
• #10 Best Research Universities for Computer Science Degrees
• #11 Best Research Universities for Engineering Degrees
• #11 Best Research Universities for Philosophy Degrees
• #11 Best Research Universities for Math Degrees
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• #12 Best Research Universities for English Degrees
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Career Outlook for degree at University of Michigan

Research at the university of michigan.

The University of Michigan has a strong focus on innovation and entrepreneurship, with initiatives like the Center for Entrepreneurship. The school also informs public policy through initiatives like the Poverty Solutions initiative and the Center for Sustainable Systems.

University of Michigan’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Arthur Miller
• Edgar F. Codd
• Hans-Hermann Hoppe
• Stephen Smale
• Urie Bronfenbrenner
• John Henry Holland
• Amos Tversky
• Marshall Sahlins

New York University

• #2 Best Research Universities in New York 2024
• #2 Best Colleges in New York 2024
• #2 Best Grad Schools in New York 2024
• #2 Best Private Colleges in New York 2024
• #3 The Most Influential Universities and Colleges Ranked by State 2024
• #3 Best Research Universities for Social Work Degrees
• #3 Best Research Universities for Education Degrees
• #7 Best Research Universities for Communications Degrees
• #7 Best Research Universities for Business Degrees
• #8 Best Research Universities for English Degrees
• #8 Best Research Universities for Nursing Degrees
• #12 Best Research Universities for Psychology Degrees
• #12 Best Research Universities for Philosophy Degrees
• #12 Best Research Universities for Economics Degrees
• #14 Best Research Universities for Sociology Degrees
• #15 Best Research Universities for Anthropology Degrees
• #15 Best Research Universities for History Degrees
• #15 Best Research Universities for Religious Studies Degrees
• #15 Best Research Universities for Political Science Degrees
• #15 Best Research Universities for Math Degrees
• #18 Best Research Universities for Computer Science Degrees
• #18 Best Research Universities for Biology Degrees
• #23 Best Research Universities for Engineering Degrees
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• #1 20 Best Online Master's of Speech Pathology Degree Programs
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• #3 Top 10 Best Online Counseling PhD Degree Programs (Doctorates)
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Career Outlook for degree at New York University

Research at new york university.

New York University’s location in New York City offers numerous research opportunities with industry, government agencies, cultural institutions, and non-profit organizations. The school often has a specific focus on public policy, and that shows through initiatives such as the Marron Institute of Urban Management and the Furman Center for Real Estate and Urban Policy.

NYU encourages research opportunities for their undergraduate students alongside faculty mentors.

New York University’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Erich Fromm
• Martha Nussbaum
• Glenn Greenwald
• Howard Zinn
• Eric Kandel
• Lewis Mumford
• Alvin Toffler
• Louis Nirenberg

Tufts University

• #4 Best Research Universities in Massachusetts 2024
• #12 Best Research Universities for Education Degrees
• #21 Best Research Universities for Political Science Degrees
• #21 Best Research Universities for Economics Degrees
• #24 Best Research Universities for Psychology Degrees
• #25 Best Research Universities for English Degrees
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Career Outlook for degree at Tufts University

Research at tufts university.

Tufts University has multiple campuses, offering opportunities for research with industry, government, healthcare, and non-profit agencies, among others. The university’s close proximity to Boston, enhances the research opportunities.

The school engages in research that addresses social, economic, and environmental issues, and as such, conducts research through the Tisch College of Civic Life and the Feinstein International Center. Tufts is also a proponent of entrepreneurship through the Tufts Entrepreneurship Center and the Gordon Institute.

Tufts University’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Eugene Fama
• Jamie Dimon
• Gordon S. Wood
• Roderick MacKinnon
• Peter Navarro
• Mariana Mazzucato
• John Ciardi
• Richard N. Goodwin

University of Rochester

• #4 Best Grad Schools in New York 2024
• #4 Best Private Colleges in New York 2024
• #16 Best Research Universities for Nursing Degrees
• #25 Best Research Universities for Economics Degrees
• #2 Best Online Colleges in New York 2024
• #2 Best RN to BSN Online
• #4 Fastest Online Bachelor's Degrees Ranked for 2024

Career Outlook for degree at University of Rochester

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The University of Rochester is renowned for its medical and health sciences research. The School of Medicine and Dentistry conducts cutting-edge biomedical research, clinical trials, and healthcare innovation.

The school also contributes research in the area of public policy through research centers such as the Rochester Center for Community Leadership and the Center for Urban Education Success.

University of Rochester’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Richard Thaler
• Janet Maslin
• J. C. R. Licklider
• Bruce Schneier
• Masatoshi Koshiba
• Arthur Kornberg
• John C. Slater
• David Sloan Wilson
• Donna Strickland

University of Rochester’s Online Degrees

• Required Credits : 128
• Completion Time : None Reported
• Format : Online

Washington University in St. Louis

• #1 Best Colleges in Missouri 2024
• #1 Best Private Colleges in Missouri 2024
• #13 Best Research Universities for Education Degrees
• #15 Best Research Universities for Business Degrees
• #15 Best Research Universities for Biology Degrees
• #17 Best Research Universities for Psychology Degrees
• #17 Best Research Universities for Communications Degrees
• #18 Best Research Universities for Anthropology Degrees
• #25 Best Research Universities for Political Science Degrees
• #1 Best Online Associate Degrees in Missouri 2024
• #1 Best Online Colleges in Missouri 2024
• #2 Fastest Online Associate Degrees Ranked for 2024
• #2 Fastest Online Bachelor's Degrees Ranked for 2024
• #3 Best Online Bachelor’s in Liberal Arts and Humanities Degree Programs for 2024
• #8 Best Online MBA Degree Programs for 2024 with No GMAT Required

Career Outlook for degree at Washington University in St. Louis

Washington University in St. Louis’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Tennessee Williams
• Phyllis Schlafly
• Daniel Nathans
• Edwin G. Krebs
• Charles Eames
• Marilyn vos Savant
• Samuel Moyn
• Michael Isikoff
• İhsan Doğramacı
• Clyde Cowan
• William E. Moerner

Washington University in St. Louis’s Online Degrees

Degree concentrations.

• Social Science
• Required Credits : 120

Vanderbilt University

• #1 Best Grad Schools in Tennessee 2024
• #1 Best Research Universities in Tennessee 2024
• #9 Best Research Universities for Education Degrees
• #18 Best Research Universities for Communications Degrees
• #20 Best Research Universities for Biology Degrees
• #22 Best Research Universities for Religious Studies Degrees
• #23 Best Research Universities for Anthropology Degrees
• #25 Best Research Universities for Psychology Degrees
• #25 Best Research Universities for Sociology Degrees
• #25 Best Research Universities for Physics Degrees
• #25 Best Research Universities for Philosophy Degrees
• #1 Best Online Master's Programs in Tennessee 2024
• #7 Best Online Master's in Computer Science Degree Programs
• #13 Best Online Master's in Management
• #18 Fastest Online Master's Degrees Ranked for Students in 2024

Career Outlook for degree at Vanderbilt University

Vanderbilt University’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• James Patterson
• Cleanth Brooks
• John Crowe Ransom
• Robert Penn Warren
• David Brinkley
• John Seigenthaler
• John Ridley Stroop
• Michelle Alexander
• Norman Shumway
• Steven E. Jones

Case Western Reserve University

• #2 Best Colleges in Ohio 2024
• #19 Best Research Universities for Nursing Degrees
• #15 Best Online MBA Degree Programs for 2024 with No GMAT Required

Career Outlook for degree at Case Western Reserve University

Case Western Reserve University’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• David Gorski
• Donald A. Glaser
• Paul Lauterbur
• William Glasser
• Ferid Murad
• Alistair Cockburn
• John D. Mayer
• David Satcher

University of Notre Dame

• #1 Best Private Colleges in Indiana 2024
• #3 Best Colleges in Indiana 2024
• #3 Best Research Universities in Indiana 2024
• #3 Best Grad Schools in Indiana 2024
• #8 Best Research Universities for Religious Studies Degrees
• #13 Best Research Universities for Philosophy Degrees
• #14 Best Research Universities for Business Degrees
• #19 Best Research Universities for History Degrees
• #21 Best Research Universities for Sociology Degrees
• #21 Best Research Universities for Chemistry Degrees
• #23 Best Research Universities for Political Science Degrees
• #24 Best Research Universities for Engineering Degrees
• #24 Best Research Universities for Math Degrees
• #6 Top 20 Best Online MBA Programs that Can Be Completed in One Year 2024
• #9 The Fastest Traditional MBA Degree Programs Ranked for 2024

Career Outlook for degree at University of Notre Dame

University of Notre Dame’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Jacques Maritain
• Orson Scott Card
• E. Jerome McCarthy
• Saskia Sassen
• Condoleezza Rice
• Peter Suber
• Jon Barwise
• Joe Montana
• David H. Barlow
• Eric F. Wieschaus
• Robert Seamans
• Matthew Fox

University of Southern California

• #2 Best Private Colleges in California 2024
• #4 Best Colleges in California 2024
• #4 Best Research Universities in California 2024
• #4 Best Grad Schools California 2024
• #5 The Most Influential Universities and Colleges Ranked by State 2024
• #5 Best Research Universities for Education Degrees
• #9 Best Research Universities for Communications Degrees
• #13 Best Research Universities for Engineering Degrees
• #15 Best Research Universities for Computer Science Degrees
• #16 Best Research Universities for Psychology Degrees
• #16 Best Research Universities for English Degrees
• #17 Best Research Universities for Religious Studies Degrees
• #17 Best Research Universities for Political Science Degrees
• #17 Best Research Universities for Sociology Degrees
• #17 Best Research Universities for Earth Sciences Degrees
• #19 Best Research Universities for Anthropology Degrees
• #19 Best Research Universities for Biology Degrees
• #20 Best Research Universities for History Degrees
• #20 Best Research Universities for Physics Degrees
• #20 Best Research Universities for Chemistry Degrees
• #20 Best Research Universities for Economics Degrees
• #21 Best Research Universities for Philosophy Degrees
• #22 Best Research Universities for Math Degrees
• #1 Top 7 Best Online Social Work PhDs (DSW Programs) 2024
• #1 The Best Online MBA Degree Programs in 2024 Ranked for Students
• #1 Best Online Master’s in Communications
• #1 Best Online Master's in Hospitality and Tourism Degree Programs
• #1 Top 8 Best Online Applied Behavioral Analysis PhDs (Doctorates)
• #1 Best Online Doctorate of Physical Therapy Programs (PhDs)
• #1 Top 20 Best Online Accredited Doctorate Degree Programs (PhDs) 2024
• #1 Best Online Doctorate in Organizational Leadership Degree Programs
• #1 Best Online Doctorate in Education Degree Programs Ranked for Students
• #1 Best Research Universities with Online Doctorates (PhDs) 2024
• #1 Best Data Science Online Master’s Programs
• #1 Best Online Master's in Social Work MSW
• #1 Best Online Master's in Project Management
• #1 Best Online Master’s in Human Resources
• #1 Best Online Master's in Computer Science Degree Programs
• #1 Best Online Master's in Cybersecurity
• #1 Best Online MBA Degree Programs for 2024 with No GMAT Required
• #1 Top 10 Best Online Master's of Public Relations Ranked 2024
• #1 Best Online Master’s in Finance
• #2 Best Online Master’s in Health Informatics
• #2 Best Online Master’s in Sustainability and Green Technologies
• #2 Best Online Master's Programs in California 2024
• #2 Best Online MBA Programs in California
• #2 Best Online Master’s in Engineering Management
• #2 Best Online Master's in Public Administration Degree Programs
• #2 Best Online Master's in Criminal Justice
• #2 Top 18 Most Affordable No GRE Online PhD Degree Programs
• #2 Fastest Online Doctoral Degree Programs Ranked for Students in 2024
• #2 Best Online Master’s in Engineering
• #3 Best Online Master's in Management
• #3 Best Online Master's in Nursing MSN
• #4 Best Online Master's Programs 2024
• #5 Fastest Accelerated Online Computer Science Doctorates (PhDs)
• #5 Top 10 Best Online Communications PhD Degree Programs (Doctorates)
• #5 Top 15 Most Affordable Online Social Work PhDs (Doctorates)
• #5 Fastest Online Master's Degrees Ranked for Students in 2024
• #6 Top 50 Best No GRE Online PhD Degree Programs (Doctorates)
• #12 The Best Traditional MBA Programs Ranked for Students in 2024

Career Outlook for degree at University of Southern California

University of Southern California’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Frank Gehry
• Neil Armstrong
• Jack L. Warner
• John Mearsheimer
• Boris Podolsky
• Michael D. Griffin
• Maulana Karenga
• O. J. Simpson
• Robert Ballard

Career Outlook for degree at CUNY Graduate Center

CUNY Graduate Center’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Nancy Fraser
• Janet Biehl
• Paul Mariani
• Terrell Ward Bynum
• Lisa Nakamura
• Douglas Crimp
• Holland Cotter
• Stephen K. White
• Edwin Battistella

CUNY Graduate Center’s Online Degrees

• Accelerated Nursing Education
• Accelerated Nursing Informatics
• Accelerated Nursing Organizational Leadership
• AcceleratedNursing Informatics
• Required Credits : 150
• Queensborough Community College Fast Track
• Dual Program with Queensbourough College
• #5 Best Research Universities in Illinois 2024
• #5 Best Grad Schools Illinois 2024

Career Outlook for degree at Illinois Institute of Technology

Illinois Institute of Technology’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Munir Ahmad Khan
• Jack Steinberger
• Jack Dongarra
• Helmut Jahn
• Virgil Abloh
• Watts Humphrey
• Sidney Coleman
• Dorothy Thompson
• Kevin Roche
• Grote Reber
• Martin C. Jischke
• Samuel Karlin

University of California, Los Angeles

• #10 America's 15 Most Technologically Advanced Colleges
• #13 50 Best Graduate Schools Ranked for Prospective Students in 2024
• #14 Best Universities in the US Ranked for Prospective Students in 2024
• #17 Best Universities in the World 2024
• #2 Best Public Colleges California 2024
• #2 Most Affordable Colleges in California 2024
• #3 Best Colleges in California 2024
• #3 Best Research Universities in California 2024
• #3 Best Grad Schools California 2024
• #6 Best Research Universities for Nursing Degrees
• #8 Best Research Universities for Education Degrees
• #9 Best Research Universities for Business Degrees
• #10 Best Research Universities for Communications Degrees
• #11 Best Research Universities for Anthropology Degrees
• #12 Best Research Universities for Sociology Degrees
• #12 Best Research Universities for Earth Sciences Degrees
• #12 Best Research Universities for Chemistry Degrees
• #13 Best Research Universities for Math Degrees
• #14 Best Research Universities for Psychology Degrees
• #14 Best Research Universities for History Degrees
• #14 Best Research Universities for Engineering Degrees
• #14 Best Research Universities for Physics Degrees
• #14 Best Research Universities for Biology Degrees
• #15 Best Research Universities for English Degrees
• #15 Best Research Universities for Philosophy Degrees
• #16 Best Research Universities for Economics Degrees
• #17 Best Research Universities for Computer Science Degrees
• #18 Best Research Universities for Political Science Degrees
• #21 Best Research Universities for Religious Studies Degrees
• #4 Best Online History Doctorate Degree Programs (PhDs) 2024
• #4 Top 3 Best Online Economics PhD Degree Programs (Doctorates)
• #4 Top 5 Best Online English PhD Degree Programs (Doctorates)
• #4 Top 5 Best Online Sociology PhD Degree Programs (Doctorates) 2024
• #14 The Best Traditional MBA Programs Ranked for Students in 2024

Career Outlook for degree at University of California, Los Angeles

University of California, Los Angeles’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Elinor Ostrom
• Judea Pearl
• Glenn T. Seaborg
• Barry Boehm
• Stanley Cavell
• William F. Sharpe
• John Ehrlichman
• Stephen Krashen
• Edward O. Thorp
• Stephen Kosslyn

University of Virginia

• #10 50 Best Public Grad Schools 2024
• #25 Best Universities in the US Ranked for Prospective Students in 2024
• #1 Best Research Universities in Virginia 2024
• #1 Best Public Colleges in Virginia 2024
• #1 Best Colleges in Virginia 2024
• #1 Best Grad Schools in Virginia 2024
• #12 Best Research Universities for Nursing Degrees
• #13 Best Research Universities for Business Degrees
• #20 Best Research Universities for Anthropology Degrees
• #21 Best Research Universities for Psychology Degrees
• #21 Best Research Universities for History Degrees
• #22 Best Research Universities for Political Science Degrees
• #22 Best Research Universities for Philosophy Degrees
• #23 Best Research Universities for English Degrees
• #23 Best Research Universities for Sociology Degrees
• #24 Best Research Universities for Biology Degrees
• #24 Best Research Universities for Economics Degrees
• #1 Best Online Master's Programs in Virginia 2024
• #1 Top 20 Most Affordable Online Doctorate of Education (PhDs)
• #1 Best Online Master's in Special Education
• #6 Best Online Bachelor's in Cybersecurity in Virginia
• #8 Fastest Online Master's Degrees Ranked for Students in 2024
• #10 Guide to Free Online Courses for MBA Students in 2024
• #12 Top 20 Best Business Schools for MBAs Ranked for Students

Career Outlook for degree at University of Virginia

University of Virginia’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Edgar Allan Poe
• Ronald Coase
• William Faulkner
• Georgia O'Keeffe
• Katie Couric
• Francis Collins
• Anselm Strauss

Emory University

• #2 Best Grad Schools in Georgia 2024
• #2 Best Colleges in Georgia 2024
• #2 Best Research Universities in Georgia 2024
• #9 Best Research Universities for Nursing Degrees
• #12 Best Research Universities for Religious Studies Degrees
• #17 Best Research Universities for Education Degrees
• #21 Best Research Universities for Communications Degrees
• #22 Best Research Universities for Anthropology Degrees
• #22 Best Research Universities for Business Degrees
• #25 Best Research Universities for Biology Degrees
• #1 Fastest Accelerated Online Bachelor's of Nursing Degree Programs 2024

Career Outlook for degree at Emory University

Emory University’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Newt Gingrich
• C. Vann Woodward
• Jeffrey Burton Russell
• Carl Hiaasen
• Mikhail Epstein
• Walter Wink
• Timothy Tyson
• Ernie Harwell
• Dumas Malone
• Tressie McMillan Cottom
• #5 Best Research Universities in DC 2024
• #5 Best Private Colleges in DC 2024
• #5 Best Grad Schools in DC 2024
• #5 Best Colleges in DC 2024
• #23 Best Research Universities for Nursing Degrees
• #1 Best Online Associate Degrees in DC 2024
• #5 Best Online Master's Programs in DC 2024

Career Outlook for degree at The Catholic University of America

The Catholic University of America’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Brian Williams
• Maureen Dowd
• Thomas L. Saaty
• Raymond E. Brown
• Verlyn Flieger
• Theodore Hesburgh
• Raymond Leo Burke
• Thomas Berry
• Seán Patrick O'Malley
• Marjorie Perloff

University of Washington

• #6 Top Schools that Offer Free Master's Degrees Online
• #7 Best Value Colleges and Universities Ranked for Students in 2024
• #16 Best Universities in the US Ranked for Prospective Students in 2024
• #20 50 Best Graduate Schools Ranked for Prospective Students in 2024
• #1 Best Public Colleges in Washington 2024
• #1 Best Grad Schools in Washington 2024
• #1 Most Affordable Colleges in Washington 2024
• #1 Best Colleges in Washington 2024
• #1 Best Research Universities in Washington 2024
• #2 Best Research Universities for Criminal Justice Degrees
• #5 Best Research Universities for Social Work Degrees
• #15 Best Research Universities for Nursing Degrees
• #16 Best Research Universities for Education Degrees
• #16 Best Research Universities for Biology Degrees
• #17 Best Research Universities for Business Degrees
• #19 Best Research Universities for Earth Sciences Degrees
• #19 Best Research Universities for Computer Science Degrees
• #20 Best Research Universities for Communications Degrees
• #22 Best Research Universities for Physics Degrees
• #23 Best Research Universities for Math Degrees
• #24 Best Research Universities for Sociology Degrees
• #1 20 Fastest Accelerated Online English Doctorates (PhDs) 2024
• #1 Best Online Master's Programs in Washington 2024
• #1 Best Online Colleges in Washington 2024
• #4 Best Online MBA Degree Programs No GRE Required Ranked for 2024
• #5 Best Online MBA Programs in Washington
• #6 Most Affordable Online Applied Behavioral Analysis PhD Programs
• #8 Guide to Free Online Courses for MBA Students in 2024
• #10 Most Affordable Early Childhood Education Bachelor's (Online, On-Campus)
• #10 Top 20 Best Business Schools for MBAs Ranked for Students
• #17 The Best Traditional MBA Programs Ranked for Students in 2024

Career Outlook for degree at University of Washington

University of Washington’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Frank Herbert
• Jerry Pournelle
• Robert Mundell
• Michael Hardt
• Harold Hotelling
• Minoru Yamasaki
• Lyle Campbell
• Dave Cutler
• Steven Holl

George Washington University

• #2 Best Colleges in DC 2024
• #6 Best Research Universities for Criminal Justice Degrees
• #9 Best Research Universities for Social Work Degrees
• #16 Best Research Universities for Communications Degrees
• #20 Best Research Universities for Nursing Degrees
• #21 Best Research Universities for Business Degrees
• #1 Best Online MBA Programs in DC
• #2 Best Online Master's Programs in DC 2024
• #3 Best Research Universities with Online Doctorates (PhDs) 2024
• #3 Top 10 Best Online Master's of Public Relations Ranked 2024
• #5 Top 18 Most Affordable No GRE Online PhD Degree Programs
• #6 Most Unusual Doctoral Degrees You Can Earn Online (PhDs)
• #6 Best Online MBA Degree Programs for 2024 with No GMAT Required
• #7 Top 8 Fastest Accelerated Online Psychology Doctorates (PhDs)
• #10 Top 50 Best No GRE Online PhD Degree Programs (Doctorates)

Career Outlook for degree at George Washington University

George Washington University’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• L. Ron Hubbard
• Bob Woodward
• Allen Dulles
• George Armitage Miller
• Juan Guaidó
• Roger Stone
• James E. Webb

Career Outlook for degree at Clark University

Clark University’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Edward B. Titchener
• Solomon Lefschetz
• Lewis Terman
• George Mandler
• Robert H. Goddard
• John H. Flavell
• Arnold Gesell
• E. Franklin Frazier
• Edwin Boring
• Henry H. Goddard
• William L. Langer
• #3 Best Private Colleges in DC 2024
• #3 Best Grad Schools in DC 2024
• #3 Best Colleges in DC 2024
• #9 Best Research Universities for Criminal Justice Degrees
• #23 Best Research Universities for Communications Degrees
• #24 Best Research Universities for Education Degrees
• #3 Best Online Master's Programs in DC 2024
• #4 Best Online MBA Programs in DC
• #7 Top 15 Most Affordable Online Economics PhD Programs (Doctorates) 2024
• #12 Best Online MBA Degree Programs for 2024 with No GMAT Required
• #13 Top 20 Best Online MBA Programs that Can Be Completed in One Year 2024
• #4 How to Earn Your Master's Degree Without Your Bachelor's Degree

Career Outlook for degree at American University

American University’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Oliver North
• Stephen A. Kent
• Queen Rania of Jordan
• Corey Lewandowski
• Juan E. Méndez
• Robert Kagan
• Kathy Reichs
• James Alan Fox
• Clark Howard
• #3 Best Research Universities in Pennsylvania 2024
• #3 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania 2024
• #3 Best Grad Schools in Pennsylvania 2024
• #17 Top 20 Best Business Schools for MBAs Ranked for Students

Career Outlook for degree at University of Pittsburgh

University of Pittsburgh’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Stuart Hameroff
• Paul Churchland
• Patricia Churchland
• Richard Lazarus
• Ernest Sosa
• Michael Chabon
• August Wilson
• Bennet Omalu
• Bas van Fraassen
• Jaak Panksepp
• #3 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts 2024
• #3 Best Research Universities in Massachusetts 2024
• #3 Best Research Universities for Criminal Justice Degrees
• #13 Best Research Universities for Communications Degrees
• #15 Best Research Universities for Education Degrees
• #24 Best Research Universities for English Degrees
• #25 Best Research Universities for Religious Studies Degrees
• #1 Best Online Master's Programs in Massachusetts 2024
• #1 Top 10 Best Online Counseling PhD Degree Programs (Doctorates)
• #1 Best Online Master's in Marketing and Advertising
• #1 Fastest Online Bachelor's Degrees Ranked for 2024
• #1 Best Online Colleges in Massachusetts 2024
• #1 Best Online Master's in Art Education and Art Administration
• #1 Best Online Degree Completion Programs for Returning Students
• #2 10 Best Online Master's of Music Education Degree Programs
• #2 Best Online Master's in Project Management
• #2 Best Online MBA Degree Programs No GRE Required Ranked for 2024
• #2 Best Online Master’s in Finance
• #3 Best Online Master’s in Communications
• #3 Best Online Master's in Social Work MSW
• #3 Top 10 Best Online Communications PhD Degree Programs (Doctorates)
• #3 Best Online MBA Degree Programs for 2024 with No GMAT Required
• #3 Fastest Online Doctoral Degree Programs Ranked for Students in 2024
• #4 Most Unusual Doctoral Degrees You Can Earn Online (PhDs)
• #4 Best Data Science Online Master’s Programs
• #6 Fastest Accelerated Online Computer Science Doctorates (PhDs)
• #7 Best Online Master's in Management
• #7 Best Online Master's Programs 2024
• #7 Best Online Master's in Criminal Justice
• #13 Fastest Online Master's Degrees Ranked for Students in 2024
• #1 How to Earn Your Master's Degree Without Your Bachelor's Degree
• #15 Top 20 Best Business Schools for MBAs Ranked for Students
• #19 The Best Traditional MBA Programs Ranked for Students in 2024

Career Outlook for degree at Boston University

Boston University’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Martin Luther King Jr.
• Neal Stephenson
• Norman Vincent Peale
• Tipper Gore
• Albert-László Barabási
• Steven M. Wise
• Kim Stanley Robinson
• Bernard Berenson
• Daniel C. Tsui
• Bill Simmons

Boston University’s Online Degrees

• Required Credits : 64
• #2 Best Research Universities in Florida 2024
• #22 Best Research Universities for Nursing Degrees
• #1 Best Online MBA Programs in Florida
• #1 Fastest Accelerated Online Doctorate of Nursing Programs (PhDs)
• #1 Best Online Master's in Sports Management
• #2 Best Online Master's Programs in Florida 2024
• #3 Best Online Master's Degrees in Accounting
• #3 10 Fastest Accelerated Online Master's of Accounting Programs
• #4 Best Online Master's in Public Administration Degree Programs
• #5 Best Online Master’s in Finance
• #6 The Best Online MBA Degree Programs in 2024 Ranked for Students
• #7 Best Online MBA Degree Programs for 2024 with No GMAT Required
• #12 Best Online Master's in Management
• #13 Fastest Online Doctoral Degree Programs Ranked for Students in 2024
• #14 Best Online Master's Programs 2024

Career Outlook for degree at University of Miami

University of Miami’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Vincent Bugliosi
• G. William Domhoff
• Martin H. Greenberg
• Anthony Atala
• Sylvester Stallone
• Algis Budrys
• Jeff Garlin
• Mikheil Saakashvili
• Joe Barresi
• Enrique Iglesias
• Gloria Estefan
• #4 Best Grad Schools in DC 2024
• #4 Best Colleges in DC 2024
• #18 Best Research Universities for Criminal Justice Degrees
• #2 Best Online MBA Programs in DC
• #4 Best Online Master's Programs in DC 2024
• #19 Best Online MBA Degree Programs for 2024 with No GMAT Required

Career Outlook for degree at Howard University

Howard University’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Toni Morrison
• Stokely Carmichael
• Amiri Baraka
• Zora Neale Hurston
• Lucretia Mott
• James Farmer
• Ta-Nehisi Coates
• Sonia Sanchez
• Kamala Harris
• Marjorie Lee Browne
• #17 Most Affordable Colleges and Universities in the U.S. 2024
• #1 Best Public Colleges in North Carolina 2024
• #1 Most Affordable Colleges in North Carolina 2024
• #2 Best Grad Schools in North Carolina 2024
• #2 Best Research Universities in North Carolina 2024
• #2 Best Colleges in North Carolina 2024
• #10 Best Research Universities for Nursing Degrees
• #11 Best Research Universities for Business Degrees
• #11 Best Research Universities for Education Degrees
• #14 Best Research Universities for Communications Degrees
• #20 Best Research Universities for Psychology Degrees
• #20 Best Research Universities for Religious Studies Degrees
• #20 Best Research Universities for Sociology Degrees
• #21 Best Research Universities for Biology Degrees
• #22 Best Research Universities for English Degrees
• #23 Best Research Universities for Philosophy Degrees
• #25 Best Research Universities for Business Degrees
• #25 Best Research Universities for History Degrees
• #25 Best Research Universities for Earth Sciences Degrees
• #25 Best Research Universities for Chemistry Degrees
• #25 Best Research Universities for Math Degrees
• #1 Best Online Master's in Healthcare Administration
• #1 Best Online Master's Degrees in Accounting
• #1 Fastest Accelerated Online Public Health Doctorates (PhDs)
• #1 Fastest Accelerated Online Healthcare Administration Masters
• #2 15 Most Affordable Online Public Health Doctorates (PhDs)
• #2 Best Online Master's Programs in North Carolina 2024
• #2 Best Online Doctorate of Physical Therapy Programs (PhDs)
• #2 Best Online MBA Programs in North Carolina
• #2 Best Online MBA Degree Programs for 2024 with No GMAT Required
• #3 The Best Online MBA Degree Programs in 2024 Ranked for Students
• #3 Best Online Master’s in Health Informatics
• #3 Best Online Master's in Public Administration Degree Programs
• #4 Best Online Master’s in Communications
• #4 Fastest Online Doctoral Degree Programs Ranked for Students in 2024
• #5 Top 20 Best Online MBA Programs that Can Be Completed in One Year 2024
• #7 Guide to Free Online Courses for MBA Students in 2024
• #7 Top 8 Best Online Public Health PhD Degree Programs (Doctorates)
• #8 Best Online MBA Degree Programs No GRE Required Ranked for 2024
• #8 Best Online Master's Programs 2024
• #9 Best Online Master's in Management
• #10 Fastest Online Master's Degrees Ranked for Students in 2024
• #13 Most Affordable Master's in Counseling Degree Programs Ranked for 2024
• #14 Best Schools in the World for Earning an MBA Degree Ranked for 2024
• #20 Top 20 Best Business Schools for MBAs Ranked for Students

Career Outlook for degree at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Lawrence Ferlinghetti
• Howard T. Odum
• Jeffrey Beall
• Robert F. Furchgott
• Sidney Powell
• Christine Blasey Ford
• James Rachels
• #6 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts 2024
• #7 Best Colleges in Massachusetts 2024
• #7 Best Grad Schools in Massachusetts 2024
• #7 Best Research Universities in Massachusetts 2024
• #5 Best Research Universities for Criminal Justice Degrees
• #14 Best Research Universities for Nursing Degrees
• #16 Best Research Universities for Religious Studies Degrees
• #18 Best Research Universities for Education Degrees
• #19 Best Research Universities for Business Degrees
• #2 Best Online Master’s in Education
• #3 Best Online Master's Programs in Massachusetts 2024
• #3 Top 8 Best Online Applied Behavioral Analysis PhDs (Doctorates)
• #5 Best Online Doctorate in Education Degree Programs Ranked for Students
• #5 Fastest Online Doctoral Degree Programs Ranked for Students in 2024
• #9 Best Online MBA Degree Programs No GRE Required Ranked for 2024

Career Outlook for degree at Boston College

Boston College’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Robert Gallo
• Dennis Ross
• Ernest Moniz
• R. Nicholas Burns
• Richard Cushing
• J. Arch Getty
• Maeve Kennedy McKean
• Julianne Malveaux
• Richard Swedberg
• John Courtney Murray

California Institute of Integral Studies’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Nancy C. Maryboy

California Institute of Integral Studies’s Online Degrees

• Required Credits : None Reported
• Format : None Reported
• #1 Best Private Colleges in Louisiana 2024
• #10 Best Online MBA Programs in Louisiana
• #10 Top 15 Most Affordable Online Social Work PhDs (Doctorates)
• #16 Fastest Accelerated Online Public Health Doctorates (PhDs)

Career Outlook for degree at Tulane University

Tulane University’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Jim Garrison
• Florian Cajori
• Henry Hobson Richardson
• Andrew Breitbart
• Richard Schechner
• John Kennedy Toole
• Sander Gilman
• Maxwell Wintrobe
• John Sallis

Career Outlook for degree at The New School

The New School’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

• Marc Jacobs
• Peter L. Berger
• Franco Modigliani
• Ruth Benedict
• James Baldwin
• Heinrich Blücher
• Robert Heilbroner
• Shimon Peres
• Eleanor Roosevelt

The New School’s Online Degrees

• #7 Best Colleges in New York 2024
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Many teens spend dozens of hours combing through university admission requirements and benefits, crossing their fingers and hoping for a lucky bite: what would it take to convince you to spend four years in one school and not another? Location, affordability, prestige, and culture are the biggest draws for aspiring students, and these behemoth colleges make large schools look rural. The average higher learning institution in the United States is responsible for educating 6,354 students, yet the following ten universities are operating with ten times that amount. Then, the question is, what makes them so great? 

Texas A&M University

• Total 2023 Enrollments:77,491
• Area of Main Campus: 8.13 mi 2
• Number of Campuses: 3

Texas A&M University, with an enrollment of 77,491 students, is recognized for its high academic standards and supportive resources that facilitate student success. The university is so large, it produces a local television and radio station known as KAMU. Programs like Hullabaloo U, a freshman experience course, along with the Academic Success Center and University Writing Center, are instrumental in helping students achieve their academic goals​​. Additionally, locals celebrate Texas A&M for its affordability as one of the most cost-effective universities in Texas , offering significant financial aid to assist students in covering the cost of their education​​.

The university is also famous for its distinctive traditions in college football, including the 12th Man and Midnight Yell, which contribute to its electric campus life and strong community spirit​​. Historically, Texas A&M holds the distinction of being the oldest higher education institution in Texas. It was founded in 1876 as a result of the Morrill Act, which aimed to encourage agricultural and mechanical education.

University of Central Florida

• Total 2023 Enrollments: 68,442
• Area of Main Campus: 2.22 mi 2
• Number of Campuses: 12

Culture and history are great, but it is hard to compete with a school that not only has more than 220 degree programs, it also runs a 24-hour jazz and blues broadcast. That fact, aside from others, has brought in over 68 thousand students to The University of Central Florida this year. Also, UCF provides students with opportunities to work alongside expert faculty in groundbreaking studies as a means of encouraging research innovations. The university's dynamic campus life includes a range of clubs and activities, and a number of alumni highly encourage new students to participate in ESports or the Outdoor Adventure Center. One highlight tradition is the 'Spirit Splash,' a water escapade involving the capture of rubber ducks. Originally founded to support the U.S. space program, UCF retains strong ties to space research, and alumni are frequently recruited into NASA or SpaceX.

Rutgers University

• Total 2023 Enrollments: 67,620
• Area of Main Campus: 4.2 mi 2

A crowd favorite, literally, Rutgers University in New Jersey shoots for the moon with high-energy events and competitive academics. Founded in 1766, Rutgers is one of the oldest higher education institutions in the U.S., named after Revolutionary War hero Colonel Henry Rutgers in 1825. The campus vibrates with enthusiasm, especially during sports events, which include rugby. Its faculty includes globally renowned academics, with a turning point in research occurring when Selman Waksman won the Nobel Prize for Physiology/Medicine in 1952. The university curates extensive opportunities for networking and personal growth, capitalizing on its enormous community. Regarding media, Rutgers University operates WRSU in New Jersey which broadcasts music, news, and sports coverage. Students are fond of traditions like Rutgers' commencement rituals and the "Passion Puddle" (if you circle the pond three times with a love interest, you will be married within the year), as each adds to its charm. 

University of Florida

• Total 2023 Enrollments: 60,795
• Area of Main Campus: 3.12 mi 2
• Number of Campuses: 1

This top five public university in the U.S., the University of Florida, attracts students with over 300 degree options across 16 colleges. Its history dates back to 1853, starting with the East Florida Seminary, the first state-supported higher education institution in Florida . From just 102 students in 1906, it grew to over 50,000 by 2000, evolving into a significant educational institution nationally. Six student-run media outlets are produced here, including the largest-run student-newspaper in the US among other media like magazines, radio, and television. On top of that, remember not to miss out on college revelry; the campus buzzes with an energetic community known for its sports and arts scenes. The Gators, its mascot since 1911, and the orange and blue colors embody the university's spirit, and you can expect to see these quirky symbols around every corner. 

The Ohio State University

• Total 2023 Enrollments: 60,540
• Area of Main Campus: 2.76 mi 2
• Number of Campuses: 6

The Ohio State University gets its hooks into potential students who first visit the expansive campus, which is equipped with top-tier recreation centers and innovative learning spaces. Over 1,000 student organizations ensure a place for every interest. Elaborate traditions like "Carmen Ohio," the "Script Ohio" formation, and the O-H-I-O chant keep every individual connected and ecstatic in participation. Founded in 1870 as an agricultural and mechanical college, it opened with 24 students. Now, its 500,000-strong broad alumni network streamlines connections, a mouth-watering prospect for newcomers.

Arizona State University

• Total 2023 Enrollments: 57,588
• Area of Main Campus: 1.00 mi 2
• Number of Campuses: 5

Multiple campuses mean multiplied attendees — Arizona State University (ASU) attracts its 57,588-strong student body with the artsy Downtown Phoenix and the serene West campus. ASU's school spirit is ever-present, with traditions like Pat's Run and the freshman hike up "A" Mountain. Furthermore, the sunny Arizona climate is a boon for sun-bathers, with an average of 300 sunny days annually. Academically, ASU's commitment to innovation has led it to outpace all other U.S. universities in terms of upgrades to 'curriculum, faculty, students, campus life, technology and facilities.'

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

• Total 2023 Enrollments: 56,403
• Area of Main Campus: 9.95 mi 2

It takes a village to raise a child, or in some cases, a globe: The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) hosts over 1,000 student organizations and caters to a student body from over 100 countries. That means it is the top Midwest university for student diversity. Part of the international appeal may stem from the fact that UIUC supports its students with extensive services, including counseling and financial aid. The academic departments are nothing to scoff at either; as it happens, the lucrative fields of Business, Management, and Marketing are UIUC's specialty. Unique campus traditions like the century-old homecoming, the Morrow Plots, and the famous "Eternal Flame" are highlights of the school's personality, alongside the renowned Marching Illini band (established in 1907).

Florida International University

• Total 2023 Enrollments: 55,687
• Area of Main Campus: 0.53 mi 2
• Number of Campuses: 8

Florida International University (FIU) distinguishes itself through top-tier research and a wide range of high-quality academic programs. Located in Miami , FIU leverages the city's entrepreneurial nature and melting-pot culture for students' growth. FIU's campus maintains advanced laboratories and recreational centers where students can take fitness classes or engage in archery and kayaking. Romantic and noble traditions like the "Kissing Pond & Bridge" and the "Trail of the Torch" are quick to rile up participants. Most importantly, students gain access to Florida's bread and butter: an endless coastline of beach life .

University of Minnesota

• Total 2023 Enrollments: 54,890
• Area of Main Campus: 1.04 mi 2

One of the very few universities with many programs ranging widely from astrophysics to American Indian studies, the University of Minnesota is the backbone of midwestern academia. Alumni also commend it for its value, with 43% of students graduating debt-free and 75% receiving financial aid. On top of that, the university adapts to various learning styles with extensive online and hybrid courses. Moreover, the University of Minnesota owns and operates KUOM (770 AM) – also known as Radio K. As far as what makes the university unique, traditions include the regents' seal, maroon and gold school colors, and the anthems "Hail! Minnesota " and "Minnesota Rouser." For the uncertain, remember that you would be joining the ranks of former students like Bob Dylan, Ron Perlman, and even Brock Lesnar.

University of Texas at Austin

• Total 2023 Enrollments: 53,082
• Area of Main Campus: 0.66 mi 2

Hook 'em Horns! The iconic University of Texas at Austin is a global phenomenon, with supporters sporting burnt orange Longhorn accessories as far away as Timbuktu . It features 156 undergraduate and 139 graduate degree programs, with world-class research facilities that have made historical advancements. To date, UT's research has been instrumental in aiding the search for a COVID-19 vaccine, and its concrete and materials research pushed construction out of the Stone Age. Today, it is ranked 7th for research financed by the National Science Foundation, compared to all other U.S. institutions. For culture, campus hobbies include ferocious quidditch matches and spotting rare albino squirrels for good luck. As always, sporting events like Football and Soccer are the belle of the ball. 

Higher education does not have to be a slog over endless papers and exams if you pick the right destination. Research opportunities can be meaningful and affordable, and socialization can net you a professional community as well as physical health if you engage with athletics. For each of these schools, over fifty thousand students realized that, and their futures have only just begun.

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by Jimmie Markham - March 21st, 2024 - Faculty/Research

Published annually since 2005 by the Naveen Jindal School of Management at The University of Texas at Dallas , the rankings are compiled from academic research published in 24 leading peer-reviewed journals across a number of business disciplines. Each year, the rankings, reported for North America and worldwide, reflect a rolling five-year average.

This year’s ranking finds the top six positions unchanged both in the Worldwide and the North American rankings.

In both rankings, the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School remains at No. 1, followed by the Jindal School at No. 2 and Columbia University at No. 3.

In the worldwide rankings, 11 countries are represented: Unites States (67 schools are represented), China and United Kingdom (eight schools each), Canada (5), Singapore (3), The Netherlands, Australia, France (2 schools each), Spain, Denmark and Italy (1 school each).

In terms of the number of articles, the competition between the Top 100 schools worldwide tightened compared to 2023. In 2023 (for the period from 2018-2022), there was a difference of 336 articles between the No. 1 and No. 100 school. In 2024 (for the period from 2019-2023), the difference was 324 articles. The points comparison narrowed from 181.39 to 171.95.

“This new ranking shows that research productivity continues to increase among the top business schools in the world,” said Dr. Hasan Pirkul Caruth Chair and Jindal School dean. “Industry — and society by extension — benefit greatly from this research. Since much of this research is conducted in partnership with industry, academia also benefits because we gain insight into the pressing challenges faced today by industry.”

In the North American rankings, two schools join the Top 100 this year: Syracuse University’s  Martin J. Whitman School of Management at No. 96 and the University of Calgary’s Haskayne School of Business at No. 98.

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Each year, the American Educational Research Association Annual Meeting represents the world's largest gathering of education researchers and is a showcase for groundbreaking, innovative research. We are looking forward to the  American Educational Research Association (AERA) Annual Meeting  that will take place in Philadelphia, PA, April 11-14. 

Our faculty, students and alumni will be busy presenting, learning, and exchanging ideas. Use this guide to follow and support CU Boulder researchers and their work. This year, we have CU Boulder faculty, students and alumni featured in over 80 sessions! 

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Presidential session: bilingual special education for the 21st century: reimagining the future.

• Sat, April 13, 9:35-11:05 a.m. ET; Pennsylvania Convention Center, Level 200, Room 201A
• Culturally and Linguistically Responsive Teaching in Bilingual Inclusive Classrooms
• Authors: Vanessa Santiago Schwarz and Elizabeth Silva Diaz

Spotlight on Philadelphia and the Region: Weight of the Crown: Anti-Essentialist Futures for Black Girls’ Identity Construction

• Fri, April 12, 7:45-9:15 a.m. ET; Pennsylvania Convention Center, Level 200, Room 201B
• I’m Not Your Superwoman: Ethnographies of Softness, Silence, and Healing for Black Girls
• Author: Alexis Hunter

Spotlight on Artificial Intelligence:  Critical Sociotechnical Perspectives on Young People Using, Experiencing, and Making Sense of AI

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Join fellow Coloradans and alumni from the Colorado colleges and schools of education and enjoy food, drink, music, and good company.

April 13, 2024, 7-8:30 p.m. ET Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Level 5, Salon G

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Establishing the effectiveness of health personnel development aid toward the united nations’ sustainable development goals, researchers find a breakthrough from the perspective of ‘nurses and midwives’.

On Feb 6. Sandun Perera, associate professor of business analytics and operations at the University of Nevada, Reno, and his international coauthors including Yong Wang, Sachin K. Mangla, Linna Han, and Malin Song, unveiled their groundbreaking research aimed at supporting the universal health coverage goals of the United Nations (UN) and the World Health Organization (WHO). 

In the article, “Aligning Development Aid toward Sustainable Development Goals: When and Where is Aid Effective on the Health Workforce?” published in Production and Operations Management journal, one of the Financial Times top 50 journals, the authors study the effectiveness of aid toward the health workforce development in developing countries. The UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) focus on ensuring universal health coverage by 2030 and WHO highlights the pivotal role of healthcare workers in achieving SDG-3.

The research aimed to boost the confidence of donors and funding managers by demonstrating how effective development aid can be in improving the health workforce. This effort specifically aligns with the SDG 3.c goal set by the UN. Additionally, researchers seek to provide clear guidance to funding managers and policymakers on the most effective ways to use development aid to enhance the growth of the health workforce. This will help ensure that aid is allocated to the right segment within the healthcare sector.

It was evident that even before the COVID-19 pandemic, there weren't enough healthcare workers worldwide. There was a large gap of 18 million between the number of workers there were and what was needed. In 2018, most countries in the African region had less than ten nurses and midwives for every 10,000 people. When the pandemic hit, it made these shortages even worse, and some countries had to ask for help from others. Despite these high needs and the introduction of SDG 3.c, which focuses on improving health financing and the health workforce, only a tiny 0.78% of all the money for healthcare in 2020 actually went towards helping build up the healthcare workforce. This small amount shows a big problem: not enough money is going to where it's most needed. The goal was to show how helpful development aid can be when allocated effectively.

“On one hand, given the dire need for the health workforce in developing countries, we were very surprised to know that only less than one percent of all official health aid has been directed to health workforce development,” Perera said. “On the other hand, the effectiveness of health personnel development aids within individual segments of the health workforce and constraints that determine the effectiveness was not known to policymakers, thereby greatly deterring the provision and allocation of aids.”

In their research, they also observed that during global pandemics like COVID-19, people tend to support giving less money for aid. This happens because the countries donating money also have financial troubles during these crises. However, they argue that support for aid could go up when people see it as a way to stop future outbreaks, especially by helping developing countries first. More interestingly, as a breakthrough finding, researchers show that the money given for aid always helps nurses and midwives irrespective of the current workforce density of this leading segment. Thus, to address global health workforce shortages amid pandemics, the funding managers should focus on showing donors how effective the aid is, especially when targeted toward pandemic-specific health workforce development such as nurses and midwives.

Additionally, when deciding where to send aid, people should think about the government effectiveness of recipient countries as well as the current density of individual segments within the health workforce. For example, if a country doesn't have enough doctors and clinical workers, sending aid might not directly solve that problem. Also, the effectiveness of aid varies depending on how many healthcare workers a country already has.

“Ensuring universal health coverage is one of the top priorities under the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Moreover, the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) is keen on our commitment to SDGs. Our research not only directly supports the UN’s SDG-3 on Good Health and Well-being by urging funding managers and donors to reconsider overall aid provision and allocation for adequate, fair, and effective support for global health workforce development, but also fulfills the AACSB’s mission on the societal impact of Business School research. Lastly, it’s very satisfying to see insights derived from data-driven research shedding light on a real-life humanitarian problem,” Perera said.

The research highlights the urgent need for focused support in developing the global healthcare workforce. Despite the essential role healthcare workers play, especially in times like the COVID-19 pandemic, less than one percent of official health aid targets this critical area. By emphasizing the importance of tailoring aid to match the specific needs of recipient countries and concentrating on key groups like nurses and midwives, the study offers practical insights for policymakers and funding managers.

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University of Nevada, Reno wins 2024 CFA Institute Research Challenge

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The Career Fair will be held on Tuesday, April 2, and will host employers ready to connect with University students

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Extension invests more than $1.7 million in strategic partnership to address pressing issues

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Public colleges and universities typically operate under the supervision of state governments and are funded, in part, by tax dollars and subsidies from the state. As a result, these universities often offer discounted tuition to residents of their states. Public schools run the gamut from small liberal arts colleges to large research institutions. These are the highest-ranked public colleges and universities in the 2024 Best Colleges rankings, listed according to their ranking category. Read the methodology »

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The University of California, Berkeley overlooks the San Francisco Bay in Berkeley, Calif. Students at this public school have more than 1,000 groups to get involved in, including more than 60 fraternity and sorority chapters.

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The University of California, Los Angeles is just five miles away from the Pacific Ocean. The public institution offers 5,000 courses, 140 bachelor's degree programs and 97 minors.

Ann Arbor, MI

• #3 in Top Public Schools
• #21 in National Universities

The university boasts of Ann Arbor, only 45 minutes from Detroit, as one of the best college towns in the U.S. Freshmen are guaranteed housing but not required to live on campus. Students can join one of the school’s more than 1,500 student organizations or 62 Greek chapters. Athletics play a central role at Michigan, including the football team’s fierce rivalry with Ohio State. Michigan also offers highly ranked graduate programs, including the Stephen M. Ross School of Business, College of Engineering, Law School and Medical School, in addition to the well-regarded School of Dentistry and Taubman College for Architecture and Urban Planning. The University of Michigan Hospitals and Health Centers is ranked among the top hospitals in the country.

Chapel Hill, NC

• #4 in Top Public Schools
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The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, often referred to as UNC, offers a wide range of student activities. Popular student organizations include The Daily Tarheel, UNC's student newspaper, and WXYC, the student-run radio station. Nearly 20% of students are members of Greek life. Chapel Hill, which surrounds UNC, is often considered one of the best college towns in the country, offering music, restaurants and shopping. Almost half of all undergraduates live on campus in one of the residence halls or apartment complexes. The North Carolina Tar Heels are members of the Atlantic Coast Conference and are known for their men’s basketball team, which maintains a storied rivalry with nearby institution Duke University and is one of the most successful programs in college basketball. Former players include Michael Jordan and Vince Carter.

Charlottesville, VA

• #5 in Top Public Schools
• #24 in National Universities  (tie)

Founded by Thomas Jefferson, the University of Virginia is located in Charlottesville. It’s referred to among insiders as Mr. Jefferson’s University or simply The University. Only first-year students are required to live on campus, and many upperclassmen live in off-campus apartments or fraternity and sorority houses. Greek life is prominent at UVA with a membership that includes approximately 35 percent of the student body. The Cavaliers, known unofficially as Wahoos or ‘Hoos, are members of the NCAA Division I Atlantic Coast Conference and are well known for their consistently dominant men’s and women’s lacrosse teams.

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The University of California, Davis, one of 10 schools in the University of California system, was originally established as a farm school for UC - Berkeley. Located just 15 miles from Sacramento, UC Davis' campus contains an airport, fire department and a collection of outdoor sculptures called Eggheads. There are more than 700 student organizations on campus in addition to a sizable Greek community that comprises about 65 fraternity and sorority chapters. All freshmen are guaranteed housing, and after their first year students typically move off campus or live in university apartments. The UC Davis Aggies field 25 NCAA Division I teams, and students can join the Aggie Pack, the largest student spirit organization in the country.

La Jolla, CA

The University of California, San Diego lies alongside the Pacific Ocean in the La Jolla community of San Diego. The UCSD Tritons compete in more than 20 NCAA Division II sports, mainly in the California Collegiate Athletic Association. The school has hundreds of student organizations, and the university hosts a thriving Greek community. All freshmen are eligible for guaranteed on-campus housing for two years, but they are not required to live on campus. The campus has an aquarium and is home to the Large High Performance Outdoor Shake Table, which tests structures’ ability to withstand simulated earthquakes.

Gainesville, FL

The University of Florida is about two miles away from downtown Gainesville, a college town bolstered by the school’s more than 50,000 students. The Florida Gators sports teams compete in the NCAA Division I Southeastern Conference, and are supported by mascots Albert and Alberta the Alligators. The Gator football team, which competes in Ben Hill Griffin Stadium – commonly called the "The Swamp" – is particularly notorious. The team became the namesake of popular sports drink Gatorade in 1965, after freshmen Gators participated in an experiment with the novel beverage. The annual Gator Growl, held each Homecoming weekend, has been called the largest student-run pep rally in the nation. About 15 percent of students are involved in the school’s 60-plus fraternities and sororities. Freshmen do not have to live on campus, though more than 75 percent opt to do so. All students can partake in Gator Nights, held every Friday, which offer free late-night entertainment and midnight snacks.

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The University of Texas at Austin is one of the largest schools in the nation. It’s divided into 13 schools and colleges, the biggest of which is the College of Liberal Arts. It also has highly ranked graduate programs, including the McCombs School of Business, Cockrell School of Engineering and School of Nursing. Students can participate in more than 1,000 clubs and organizations or in the sizable UT Greek system. The university has several student media outlets, and its sports teams are notorious competitors in the Division I Big 12 Conference. UT also offers hundreds of study abroad programs, with the most popular destinations being Spain, Italy, the United Kingdom, France and China. Freshmen do not have to live on campus.

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Atlanta, GA

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Georgia Tech, located in the heart of Atlanta, offers a wide range of student activities. The Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, an NCAA Division I team, compete in the Atlantic Coast Conference and have a fierce rivalry with the University of Georgia. Since 1961, the football team has been led onto the field at home games by the Ramblin' Wreck, a restored 1930 Model A Ford Sport Coupe. Georgia Tech has a small but vibrant Greek community. Freshmen are offered housing, but aren't required to live on campus. In addition to its campuses in Atlanta and Savannah, Georgia Tech has campuses in France, Ireland, Costa Rica, Singapore and China.

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Top Female Scientist in the U.S. recognized for the second year in a row

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Patricia Brandt Manager, Public Relations and Communications, Huntsman Mental Health Institute University of Utah Health Email: Patricia.Brandt @hsc.utah.edu

Deborah A. Yurgelun-Todd, Ph.D., professor of psychiatry and vice chair for research at Huntsman Mental Health Institute at University of Utah Health has been named as one of the U.S.’ top female scientists, for the second year in a row. 

The list of U.S. Top Female Scientists from Research.com is based on the number of peer-reviewed publications and citations throughout the scientist’s career. For Yurgelun-Todd, that means a career total (and counting) of 424 publications and 33,647 citations.

Yurgelun-Todd is recognized as a leader in studying brain activity as it relates to behavior. Her laboratory has applied a variety of magnetic resonance imaging techniques to identify brain changes in mood processing and neurocognitive functions. For example, in people who use Cannabis and in children as they develop into adolescence. Using a variety of imaging techniques has led to an improved understanding of both developmental and brain changes that lead to altered behavior. This knowledge may eventually result in better and more personalized treatments for patients who have or are vulnerable to psychiatric disorders.

In addition to her role at Huntsman Mental Health Institute, Yurgelun-Todd serves as the director of the Salt Lake City VA Rocky Mountain Mental Illness Research Education and Clinical Center for Suicide Prevention. Her work there is focused on veteran suicide prevention through the application of neuroimaging approaches and neurocognitive assessments.

“Dr. Yurgelun-Todd serves as an excellent role model for our institution, inspiring critical psychiatric brain research, and educating future mental health professionals,” said Mark H. Rapaport, MD, CEO, of Huntsman Mental Health Institute. “Her leadership has been foundational to creating a global nexus of mental health and brain research right here in Utah.”

In addition to her research, Yurgelun-Todd works to narrow the gender gap in science by tackling obstacles to obtaining funding, developing leadership roles, and establishing national collaborations.

“As one of the few women around the table in the early years of my career, I recognize both the effort it took to reach this milestone, and the work to be done to create research opportunities for all”, said Yurgelun-Todd.

Yurgelun-Todd is currently working to bring a new mental health and brain Translational Research Building— which will house the only 7 Tesla MRI in the world dedicated to the study of the brain and behavioral disorders—to life at the Huntsman Mental Health Institute. Her team is bringing together experts across law, ethics, architecture, art, genetics, neurosciences, and others on the campus of University of Utah to collaborate and bring research-backed practices into patient care.

About Huntsman Mental Health Institute

Huntsman Mental Health Institute at University of Utah Health brings together 75 years of patient care, research, and education into one of the nation's leading academic medical centers focused on mental health. Nestled in the campus of University of Utah, Huntsman Mental Health Institute serves the community with 1,600 faculty and staff in 20 locations providing inpatient and outpatient services for youth, teens, and adults as well as a comprehensive crisis care model which includes the nationally recognized SafeUT app and the 988 Crisis hotline for Utah. Our mission is to advance mental health knowledge, hope, and healing for all. Learn more at: healthcare.utah.edu/HMHI and join the conversation on  Instagram ,  Facebook ,  TikTok ,  X  and  LinkedIn .

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Over the years: How much has the University of Florida spent on research?

The University of Florida was mentioned in an announcement by the Board of Governors on Wednesday about increased research expenditures in the state's university system.

The Board of Governors shared March 27 that research expenditures for the State University System (SUS) of Florida reached $2.94 billion for the 2022-23 academic year, an increase of over $400 million from the year prior. UF's increased research expenditures contributed to that number.

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The total listed in this announcement surpasses the projection of $2.68 billion set by the SUS in 2019, putting universities in Florida on course to exceed the collective goal of $3 billion by 2025, it said.

“The increase in research expenditures would not be possible without the continued collaboration our institutions have instilled to secure research grants as well as our exceptional faculty and graduate and undergraduate research scholars who have competed for federal awards,” said Brian Lamb, chair of the Florida Board of Governors, in a news release.

Universities in the SUS had an increase in their research expenditures. UF's one-year gain was the highest of all universities in the system at $164 million. Florida State University was in second place with an increase of $58 million.

“Academic research is vital to Floridians’ quality of life and to the state’s economic vitality. Our researchers are seeking cures for diseases, improving crops, unraveling the mysteries of the universe, and developing technologies that will drive tomorrow’s economic and national security,” said David Norton, UF’s vice president for research, in a prepared statement.

“Over the past decade, UF research expenditures have increased by 80%, nearly doubling the rate of growth for university research spending nationally and helping to drive the remarkable growth of the State University System overall. We are proud to be part of this Florida success story.”

UF's Research Expenditure numbers, provided by Steve Orlando, associate vice president for communications, show that within five years the university's expenditures related to research have grown significantly, from $865 million in 2018 to $1.25 billion in 2023. Within just 10 years it has nearly doubled, going from $695 million in 2013 and in recent years surpassing $1 billion.

Other universities mentioned, with their increases:

• University of South Florida, $56 million
• Florida International University, $35 million
• University of Central Florida, $32 million
• Florida Atlantic University, $16 million
• Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University, $15 million
• Florida Gulf Coast University, $15 million
• University of North Florida, $7 million
• University of West Florida, $1 million
• Florida Polytechnic University, $0.7 million

“Through Governor DeSantis’ leadership and the support of the Florida legislature, Florida’s public universities have exceeded expectations by significantly investing in research to create new jobs and impact Florida’s economy for years to come,” Chancellor Ray Rodrigues said in a news release. “I look forward to what our outstanding faculty and institutions accomplish over the next five years.”

The news release said research expenditures in the SUS created an estimated 3,660 new jobs and provided an economic impact of $5.5 billion, with $1 billion resulting from state funding.

University of Washington's Workday woes leave research grants in limbo

$340m finance upgrade still working out the kinks.

Hundreds of research grants are stuck in processing limbo as the University of Washington continues to grapple with its $340 million implementation of Workday software.…

The US West Coast institution, a top recipient of federal funding, has spent more than five years shifting 850 legacy tech to a centralized cloud-based SaaS finance and HR system.

The finance side of the project – officially UW Finance Transformation – ran into problems last summer when a backlog of unpaid supplier invoices hit $90 million. By the end of last month, the team had cut the figure to $43 million, but grant payment troubles continue.

According to the Seattle Times, processing delays have affected hundreds of grants due to problems with the Workday system. Problems with ongoing funding persist too.

In a statement to The Register, a university spokesperson said: "While the necessary migration to Workday from our old legacy systems has been challenging, the update is currently on budget and on track, and we expect our grant and vendor backlogs to be back to normal levels by July after a significant amount of time and hard work put in by people across the university.

"We have made significant progress with our workstreams, but there is still work to do. It is not uncommon for a technology shift of this size to introduce complex issues. Nevertheless, these are operational implementation issues and not related to the overall Workday contract performance metrics and Workday's standing as a key university partner and stakeholder."

A Workday spokesperson said the company was committed to supporting the University of Washington's project. "A significant transition like this requires numerous change management and process considerations to help support success."

A management consultancy report seen by the Seattle Times found the project – which began in 2018 – had struggled with a lack of IT skills and pandemic lockdowns.

But the report from Bluecrane also said the switchover plan contained ill-defined priorities, and critical decisions were delayed while management placed too much emphasis on "experts" and "salespeople."

It's not the first time a Workday implementation has experienced problems at a university. In 2021, The Register reported that teaching assistants (TAs) at Canada's McGill University spent Christmas waiting to be paid as the institution struggled with a new Workday HR and payroll system.

At the time, the Association of Graduate Students Employed at McGill said that more than 460 TAs were not paid within the first 30 days of starting work, while more than 180 TAs were not paid within the first 60 days.

By January, the university said it had resolved all known instances that affected new hires at the start of the Fall semester and is rapidly solving any new cases as they arise.

Workday said it was an industry leader in higher education with more than 400 institutions using its software. ®