Northwestern University is one of the leading private research universities in the United States, located in Evanston, a 20-minute drive from Chicago. This combines a university environment with full access to the opportunities of one of North America’s largest business and cultural centers. Northwestern is particularly renowned for its programs in journalism, engineering, music, and […]
Bachelor's degree: $69,375 per year
Master's degree: from $62,000 to $82,000
Doctoral studies: Most PhD programs are fully funded
Duke University
Duke University is one of the leading private research universities in the United States. It combines a strong engineering school, a world-class medical school, one of the country’s top business schools, and a vibrant research environment. Admission to Duke University is challenging—the acceptance rate for the class of 2029 was a historically low 4.8%—but it’s […]
Bachelor's degree: $73,172 per year
Master's degree: $55,000–$75,000 per year
Doctoral studies: PhD programs are in most cases fully funded
Cornell University is the only Ivy League university founded on the principle of educational access for all. Since its opening in 1865, it has combined research rigor with a practical focus, offering programs ranging from engineering and medicine to hospitality and architecture. Admission to Cornell requires strategy: the competition is fierce, but its application approach […]
Bachelor's degree: $49,816 to $73,946 per year
Master's degree: from $20,800 to $88,934 per year
Doctoral studies: $20,800 per year
The California Institute of Technology is one of the most prestigious science and engineering universities in the world. Caltech specializes exclusively in science, engineering, and technology. Despite its small size—approximately 990 undergraduate students and 2,400 total students—the institute ranks among the top ten universities in the world according to all key rankings. Admission to Caltech […]
Bachelor's degree: $65,622 per year
Master's degree: $68,001 per year
Doctoral studies: $68,001 per year
Brown University is often called the most liberal university in the Ivy League—there are no required general education courses, and students design their own curriculum. This attracts applicants seeking not just a prestigious degree, but also the opportunity to pursue an unconventional academic path. The competition is also one of the most competitive in the […]
Bachelor's degree: $74,568 per year
Master's degree: from $9,320 per course (approximately $74,560 per year with a standard course load of 8 courses)
Doctoral degree: from $9,320 per course (approximately $74,560 per year for a standard 8-course course load)
Dartmouth College
Dartmouth College is one of eight Ivy League universities and one of the oldest universities in the United States, founded in 1769. Despite the college status in its name, Dartmouth is a full-fledged research university with professional schools of business, medicine, and engineering. Its key feature is its small size and exceptional academic quality—approximately 4,570 […]
Bachelor's degree: $71,265 per year
Master's degree: from $74,868 to $88,000 per year
Doctoral program: Fully funded – stipend of $49,862 per year + tuition and insurance coverage
UNC Chapel Hill (University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill)
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, or UNC Chapel Hill for short, is one of the most renowned public research universities in the United States.
University of Michigan
The University of Michigan at Ann Arbor is the “Michigan” people usually think of when they think of one of the strongest public universities in the United States.
University of Virginia (UVA)
Washington University in St. Louis (WashU)
Bachelor's degree: $62,982/year
Master's degree: $43,000/year
PhD: $40,000 – $60,000/year
Georgetown University is a prestigious private research university in Washington, DC, USA, known for its strong programs in international relations, business, law, politics and social sciences, with a vibrant international student environment and a campus in the historic Georgetown district.
Bachelor's degree: $74,520/year
Master's degree: $60,000–68,000/year
PhD: $33,000–35,000/year
Emory University is a prestigious private university in Atlanta, Georgia, founded in 1836. It is known for its strong programs in medicine, business, public health, science, and the humanities. The campus combines historic architecture, modern laboratories, and an active student life.
Bachelor's degree: ≈67,000 USD per year
Master's degree: ≈50,000–70,000 USD per year
PhD: about ≈90000–110000USD per year
Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) is a private research university in Pittsburgh, USA. Known for its strong programs in engineering, computer science, business, arts, and social sciences. CMU is renowned for its interdisciplinary approach, cutting-edge research and preparing students for successful careers in science, technology, business and the creative industries.
Undergraduate: $90,000–$95,000 per year
Master's degree: $90,000–$100,000 per year
PhD: about $90,000–$100,000 per year
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology is a leading private research university in the United States, located in Cambridge, near Boston. MIT is a global leader in engineering, computer science, artificial intelligence, economics, and fundamental science. The university is known for its strong focus on practice, scientific research, startups, and technological innovation.
Undergraduate: £24,000 – £40,000 per year
Master's: £23,000 – £40,000+ per year
PhD: £28,150 – £32,600 per year
A private research university in the United States, founded in 1636. Considered one of the most prestigious universities in the world, it is known for its strong programs in law, business, medicine, engineering, and social sciences, its high student selection rate, and its robust financial aid system.
Bachelor's degree: $80,000 – $87,000 per year
Master's degree: $62,000 – $70,000 per year
Doctoral studies: from $30,000 – $60,000 per year
Columbia University
A prestigious Ivy League university located in the heart of New York City. Offers strong programs in business, journalism, international relations, and engineering, as well as broad career opportunities
Bachelor's degree: about $60,000 per year
Master's degree: average $58,000 per year
Doctoral studies: free*
One of the most prestigious universities in the United States, part of the Ivy League. Strong in natural sciences, engineering, economics, and the humanities. Known for a high level of academic support and generous scholarships
Bachelor's degree: about $60,000 per year
Master's degree: average $58,000 per year
Doctoral studies: free*
A leading U.S. research university and a global leader in medicine, biotechnology, and international relations. Distinguished by a strong focus on research, practice, and interdisciplinary studies
Bachelor's degree: $63,340 per year
Master's degree: $65,956 per year
Doctoral studies: about $65,000 per year
A large public research university in the United States with a high academic ranking. Offers a wide range of programs, strong STEM fields, and more affordable tuition compared to private universities
Bachelor's degree: from $55,000 per year
Master's degree: $15,000 – $40,000 per year
Doctoral studies: $10,000-$30,000 per year
