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777 Best Law Programs in the United States

Across the United States, 508 universities offer 777 Law programs, typically lasting 4 years. Courses from University of Chicago, Rice University and University of Southern California come first, because those universities rank highest.

337Bachelor's Degree
CC Chatham College logo
#954 in United States United States

Criminology

Chatham College — The Bachelor's Degree in Criminology at Chatham College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of crime, criminal behavior, and the criminal justice system....

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
338Program
WC Weatherford College logo
#955 in United States United States

Law Enforcement Academy

Weatherford College — The Law Enforcement Academy program at Weatherford College is designed to equip students with the essential knowledge, skills, and competencies needed to pursue a career...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
339Bachelor's Degree
MC McDaniel College logo
#966 in United States United States

Criminal Justice

McDaniel College — The Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice at McDaniel College offers an interdisciplinary approach to understanding the complex nature of crime and the criminal justice s...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
340Bachelor's Degree
FS Ferris State University logo
#967 in United States United States

Criminal Justice

Ferris State University — The Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice at Ferris State University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the criminal justice system and its various c...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
341Bachelor's Degree
CM Colorado Mesa University logo
#972 in United States United States

Criminal Justice

Colorado Mesa University — The Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice at Colorado Mesa University prepares students for a dynamic and impactful career in the field of law enforcement, legal proceedi...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
342Master's Degree
MC Merrimack College logo
#974 in United States United States

Criminology and Criminal Justice

Merrimack College — The Master's Degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice at Merrimack College provides an in-depth exploration of crime, criminal behavior, and the justice system. This pr...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
343Bachelor'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
344Bachelor'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
345Foundation
SC Sussex County Community College logo
#983 in United States United States

Criminal Justice

Sussex County Community College — The Foundation Degree in Criminal Justice at Sussex County Community College provides a comprehensive understanding of the criminal justice system and its various compone...

FoundationLevel
1 yearDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
346Foundation
SC Sussex County Community College logo
#983 in United States United States

Paralegal Studies

Sussex County Community College — The Foundation in Paralegal Studies at Sussex County Community College is designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the legal...

FoundationLevel
1 yearDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
348Program
GC Greenfield Community College logo
#993 in United States United States

Justice Studies

Greenfield Community College — The Justice Studies program at Greenfield Community College provides an expansive view of the criminal justice system, delving into the legal, ethical, and social dimensi...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
349Bachelor'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
355Program
UC Ursinus College logo
#1,017 in United States United States

Legal Studies

Ursinus College — The Legal Studies program at Ursinus College offers students a comprehensive understanding of the legal system and its impact on society. The course covers a range of top...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
358Program
EC Everett Community College logo
#1,024 in United States United States

Criminal Justice AAS-T

Everett Community College — The Associate in Applied Science Transfer (AAS-T) in Criminal Justice at Everett Community College offers a comprehensive overview of the American criminal justice system...

Level
Duration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
359Program
BC Beloit College logo
#1,026 in United States United States

Law and Justice

Beloit College — The Law and Justice degree at Beloit College offers a comprehensive exploration into the fundamental principles of law, ethics, and the judicial system. Students engage w...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
360Bachelor'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

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How these courses are ranked

24 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #13 (University of Chicago) to #545 (CUNY School of Law); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. University of Minnesota - Crookston has the largest research record in this group, with 37,546,689 citations and an h-index of 1,411. 17 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

By level: 409 bachelor's, 72 diploma, 62 master's and 45 professional. Within the subject, the largest areas are Law (754), Law (JD) (12), Criminal Law (8) and Human Rights Law (3). The usual length is 4 years and 2 years. 91% are full-time and 58 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (95% of courses with a stated intake). Pepperdine University offers the widest choice, with 15 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Law in the United States?

University of Chicago (QS World #13), Rice University (QS World #119) and University of Southern California (QS World #146) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for 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 Law course take in the United States?

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

When do 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 Law online with a university in the United States?

58 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Law courses in the United States?

Pepperdine University, with 15, ahead of Tiffin University (9).

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