Rankings
How every major ranking places Brown University. Lower is better.
Strongest subjects in the QS subject rankings (2025):
Postgraduate courses by field
Number of courses and typical yearly tuition for international students.
| Field | Courses | Typical fee | Courses in Course Explorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Humanities & languages | 24 | $74,568 | See → |
| Public health & allied health | 17 | $37,280 | See → |
| Engineering & technology | 16 | $37,280 | See → |
| Arts, design & creative studies | 12 | $55,924 | See → |
| Computer science & data technology | 12 | $37,280 | See → |
| Natural sciences | 12 | $74,568 | See → |
| Life sciences & biotechnology | 10 | $55,924 | See → |
| Social sciences | 8 | $55,924 | See → |
| Business & management | 7 | $37,280 | See → |
| Law, politics & governance | 7 | $37,280 | See → |
| Medicine & clinical health | 6 | $37,280 | See → |
| Environment, sustainability & agriculture | 5 | $37,280 | See → |
| Education & teaching | 3 | $37,280 | See → |
| Economics, finance & accounting | 2 | $74,568 | See → |
| Psychology | 1 | $74,568 | See → |
Costs and entry
23 courses mention scholarships. 81 publish an application deadline for international students.
Jobs after studying at Brown University
The job market for Brown University's biggest fields, and how graduates stay to work in the US.
Questions students ask
How much does a postgraduate course at Brown University cost?
Typical tuition for international students is about $37,280 a year; half of Brown University's postgraduate courses with a published fee cost between $37,280 and $74,568. Most courses last 2 years. Fees vary by field: humanities & languages courses are typically $74,568, public health & allied health $37,280.
How is Brown University ranked?
Brown University is ranked #69 by QS (2026), #65 by Times Higher Education (2026) and #101–150 by ARWU (2025) in the world. Its strongest QS subjects include Economics & Econometrics (#44) and English Language & Literature (#45).
What IELTS score does Brown University need for a postgraduate course?
Many postgraduate courses (7 of the 16 that list it) ask for IELTS 8 overall.
How many postgraduate courses does Brown University offer?
138 postgraduate courses across 15 fields; the largest are humanities & languages (24), public health & allied health (17) and engineering & technology (16).
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Updated 21 September 2026. Courses and fees from Brown University's own course pages; fees converted to US dollars. Rankings: QS World University Rankings 2026, Times Higher Education 2026, ARWU 2025, QS subject rankings 2025.