Rankings
How every major ranking places Yale 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 | 34 | $52,400 | See → |
| Life sciences & biotechnology | 18 | $52,400 | See → |
| Natural sciences | 17 | $52,400 | See → |
| Social sciences | 15 | $52,400 | See → |
| Arts, design & creative studies | 13 | $52,400 | See → |
| Computer science & data technology | 7 | $52,400 | See → |
| Medicine & clinical health | 7 | $52,400 | See → |
| Public health & allied health | 7 | $52,400 | See → |
| Economics, finance & accounting | 4 | $52,400 | See → |
| Law, politics & governance | 4 | $52,400 | See → |
| Psychology | 3 | $52,400 | See → |
Costs and entry
7 publish an application deadline for international students.
Jobs after studying at Yale University
The job market for Yale University's biggest fields, and how graduates stay to work in the US.
Questions students ask
How much does a postgraduate course at Yale University cost?
Typical tuition for international students is about $52,400 a year. Most courses last 2 years. Fees vary by field: humanities & languages courses are typically $52,400, humanities & languages $52,400.
How is Yale University ranked?
Yale University is ranked #21 by QS (2026), #10 by Times Higher Education (2026) and #11 by ARWU (2025) in the world. Its strongest QS subjects include History (#4) and Law (#4).
What IELTS score does Yale University need for a postgraduate course?
Many postgraduate courses (5 of the 11 that list it) ask for IELTS 7 overall with no band below 6.5.
How many postgraduate courses does Yale University offer?
129 postgraduate courses across 11 fields; the largest are humanities & languages (34), life sciences & biotechnology (18) and natural sciences (17).
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Updated 21 September 2026. Courses and fees from Yale 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.