Does it matter where you get your master's degree?

Your master's degree should be from an accredited college or university. Beyond that, the school you choose likely will not significantly impact the value of your degree. Some schools, such as the Ivy League, are considered more prestigious than others; however, they are no more or less academically rigorous than other programs. They also typically have a much higher tuition cost than other schools, which can dissuade some applicants. The field of study you choose will help you determine the best school for your program. For example, US News ranks the University of Chicago and the University of Pennsylvania as the top choices for business graduate studies, and Johns Hopkins University as the top choice for nursing graduate programs. Regardless of where your school ranks, it is much more important to look at the work you did while in school. Your overall GPA, any honors or commendations, externships or internships, and research will all weigh heavily when applying for a job or looking at doctoral or terminal degree programs.

For more information about earning your master's degree, check out this article:List of Universities Offering Masters Degree Programs