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409 Best Bachelor's Law Programs in the United States

There are 409 Bachelor's Law programs in the United States, spread across 300 universities; the most common length is 4 years. Courses from University of Chicago, Rice University and Ohio State University - Columbus come first, because those universities rank highest.

193Bachelor's Degree
GC Goucher College logo
#978 in United States United States

Legal Studies

Goucher College — The Bachelor's Degree in Legal Studies at Goucher College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the legal system and its implications in various sectors...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
194Bachelor's Degree
SU Shenandoah University logo
#979 in United States United States

Criminal Justice and Criminology

Shenandoah University — The Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice and Criminology at Shenandoah University provides a comprehensive exploration of crime, criminal behavior, and the justice syste...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
196Bachelor's Degree
RC Roxbury Community College logo
#996 in United States United States

Criminal Justice

Roxbury Community College — The Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice at Roxbury Community College offers a comprehensive examination of the criminal justice system, covering essential components su...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
203Bachelor's Degree
LU Liberty University logo
#1,027 in United States United States

Criminal Justice

Liberty University — The Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice at Liberty University offers a comprehensive understanding of the criminal justice system, law enforcement, and the legal framew...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
210Bachelor's Degree
HC Hartwick College logo
#1,034 in United States United States

Criminal Justice

Hartwick College — The Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice at Hartwick College offers a comprehensive exploration of the criminal justice system, encompassing law enforcement, the courts,...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
211Bachelor's Degree
HC Hartwick College logo
#1,034 in United States United States

Legal Studies

Hartwick College — The Bachelor's Degree in Legal Studies at Hartwick College prepares students for a comprehensive understanding of legal principles and their application in society. The c...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
212Bachelor's Degree
ES East Stroudsburg State University of Pennsylvania logo
#1,038 in United States United States

Criminal Justice

East Stroudsburg State University of Pennsylvania — The Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice at East Stroudsburg University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the criminal justice system. The curricul...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
213Bachelor's Degree
UL University of La Verne logo
#1,041 in United States United States

Legal Studies

University of La Verne — The Bachelor's Degree in Legal Studies at the University of La Verne provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the legal system, emphasizing both theoretica...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law (JD)
216Bachelor's Degree
HU Hamline University logo
#1,055 in United States United States

Criminology and Criminal Justice

Hamline University — The Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Criminal Justice at Hamline University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of crime, criminal behavior, and the j...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law

How these courses are ranked

10 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #13 (University of Chicago) to #545 (CUNY Hostos Community College); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: University of Minnesota - Crookston is cited most (37,546,689 citations). 6 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Levels, lengths and start dates

Within the subject, the largest areas are Law (395), Law (JD) (7), Criminal Law (5) and Human Rights Law (2). The usual length is 4 years and 2 years. 91% are full-time and 29 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (100% of courses with a stated intake). Thomas College offers the widest choice, with 6 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Bachelor's Law in the United States?

University of Chicago (QS World #13), Rice University (QS World #119) and Ohio State University - Columbus (QS World #190) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Bachelor's Law in the United States?

Of those with published fees, The University of Arizona Global Campus is the least expensive at about USD 11,960 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Bachelor's Law course take in the United States?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 2 years the next most common.

When do Bachelor's Law courses start in the United States?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Can I study Bachelor's Law online with a university in the United States?

29 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Bachelor's Law courses in the United States?

Thomas College, with 6, ahead of Buena Vista University (6).

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