Top 10 universities in the world for MS

Master of Science or MS is a degree earned in the field of science. The degree is also referred to as MSc that is related to general sciences, engineering, and computer science. The Science field includes a number of subjects or disciples. It also includes disciples like physical science, medicine, or mathematical sciences. There are a lot of courses that come under the purview of MS specialization it cannot just be related to engineering. Earlier we have discussed about 5 Best countries to study MS abroad.  In this article, we will inform you about the top 10 universities in the world for MS.

List of best universities for MS courses worldwide

1. Massachusetts Institute of Technology
2. Stanford University
3. University of California - Berkeley Campus
4. University of Cambridge
5. Georgia Institute of Technology
6. University of Michigan
7. California Institute of Technology
8. National University of Singapore
9. University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
10. Northwestern University

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Massachusetts Institute of Technology is one of the top private research universities based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Sloan School of Management and School of Engineering are some of its highly ranked graduate schools. Apart from this, its popular programs include Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Psychology, and Economics. It is one of the best universities globally when it comes to graduate employment. One needs to have a strong profile, excellent grades to get into this Ivy League school.

Stanford University

Stanford is a private Ivy League research university based in California, US. It is highly recognized by students looking to get into an undergraduate program. Also, with a 4% acceptance rate, it is very difficult to get into Stanford. It has consistently ranked amongst the top 10 universities globally. Stanford University has produced several Nobel laureates, notable leaders, and global thinkers.

University of California - Berkeley Campus

University of California - Berkeley Campus is a public research university and highly regarded as one of the best universities worldwide. Candidates need to be at their best if they want to get into California Berkeley. UC Berkeley is amongst one of the 14 founding members of the respected Association of American Universities. It offers more than 160 UG and more than 350 degree programs.

University of Cambridge

University of Cambridge is the world's fourth oldest and respected universities with its origin goes back to 1209. The research university is the second-oldest English-speaking University. Cambridge specializes in offering high-quality education in social sciences, arts, humanities and sciences, and engineering. It is extremely difficult to get into Cambridge and share the experience of studying with some of the brightest minds.

Georgia Institute of Technology

Georgia Institute of Technology is a public research university based in Atlanta, Georgia, US. It is known for offering technology-focused education in diverse fields from business, science, liberal arts, to sciences, engineering, and computing. Also, it is not just difficult to get into Georgia Tech but also maintain the value of your degree/diploma.

University of Michigan

Founded in 1877, the University of Michigan is a public research university based in Michigan, US. It is not easy to get into Michigan; candidates need to have A grades to secure a seat. (U-M) is one of the greatest educational institutions globally offering courses in medicine, business, psychology, economics, political science, law, and engineering.

California Institute of Technology

California Institute of Technology is a globally recognized science and engineering research institution. It has been consistently ranked as the top educational institution by Times Higher Education world university rankings from 2011-2016. Caltech has produced a number of Noble Laureates. It is associated with AAU, HHMI, and NASA (JPL).

National University of Singapore

Established in 1905, the National University of Singapore is the national research University of Singapore. NUS is the topmost educational institution in Singapore and Asia Pacific region. Students at NUS have extensive scope to pursue their artistic, sports, and cultural interests. It is home to more than 38,000 students from more than 100 countries, so, students get the opportunity to learn in a culturally diverse environment.

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Founded in 1867, the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is a public research university based in Urbana and Champaign in Illinois, US. UIUC has established the third-largest university library in the US and also one of the largest libraries globally. The university includes 15 colleges and instructional units and offers more than 150 undergraduate and 100 graduate and professional programs. It has produced various Noble Laureates and Pulitzer Prize winners.

Northwestern University

Founded in 1851, Northwestern University is a private research university based in Illinois, US. It is known for its prestigious Bienen School of Music, Kellogg School of Management, and Medill School of Journalism. Northwestern is one of the topmost private universities in US and has been consistently ranked amongst the best universities globally. Northwestern is amongst the hardest private universities to get into.

Apart from the above-mentioned educational institutes, there are other good universities offering MS courses abroad.

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