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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.

25Bachelor's Degree
II Indiana Institute of Technology logo
United States

Pathway to Law School

Indiana Institute of Technology — The Pathway to Law School program at Indiana Institute of Technology is designed to equip students with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary for success in law...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
26Bachelor's Degree
AG Ana G. Mendez University logo
Orlando, Florida, United States

Science in Criminology

Ana G. Mendez University — The Science in Criminology program at Ana G. Mendez University equips students with a comprehensive understanding of crime, its causes, and societal impacts. The curricul...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
27Program
AG Ana G. Mendez University logo
Orlando, Florida, United States

Science in Paralegal Studies

Ana G. Mendez University — The Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies at Ana G. Mendez University is designed for individuals seeking a solid foundation in legal principles and practices. This co...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
28Bachelor's Degree
UC University of Chicago logo
QS World #13 #7 in United States United States

Law, Letters, and Society

University of Chicago — The Law, Letters, and Society major at the University of Chicago is an interdisciplinary program that explores the intricate connections between law, culture, and societa...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
29Bachelor's Degree
RU Rice University logo
QS World #119 #30 in United States United States

Politics, Law, and Social Thought

Rice University — The Bachelor's degree in Politics, Law, and Social Thought at Rice University delves into the intricate relationship between political dynamics, legal frameworks, and the...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
33Bachelor's Degree
OS Ohio State University - Columbus logo
QS World #190 #43 in United States United States

Criminology and Criminal Justice Studies

Ohio State University - Columbus — The Bachelor's degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice Studies at Ohio State University provides students with an in-depth understanding of crime, criminal behavior, a...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
34Bachelor's Degree
OS Ohio State University-Main Campus logo
QS World #190 #45 in United States Columbus, Ohio, United States

Criminology and Criminal Justice Studies

Ohio State University-Main Campus — The Bachelor’s Degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice Studies at Ohio State University-Main Campus offers an in-depth exploration of the criminal justice system, emph...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
35Bachelor's Degree
UM University of Minnesota - Crookston logo
QS World #203 #47 in United States United States

Criminal Justice

University of Minnesota - Crookston — The Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice at the University of Minnesota - Crookston provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the criminal justice system,...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
36Program
UM University of Minnesota - Morris logo
QS World #203 #49 in United States United States

Pre-Law

University of Minnesota - Morris — The Pre-Law program at the University of Minnesota - Morris is designed to prepare students for law school and a successful career in the legal field. This interdisciplin...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
38Program
UV University of Virginia, Charlottesville logo
QS World #275 #61 in United States United States

Health and Wellbeing Minor

University of Virginia, Charlottesville — The Health and Wellbeing Minor at the University of Virginia is designed to provide students with an interdisciplinary understanding of health, wellness, and the factors...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
40Bachelor's Degree
UP University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown logo
QS World #281 #65 in United States United States

Criminal Justice

University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown — The Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown offers a comprehensive exploration of the criminal justice system. This program cov...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
41Bachelor's Degree
UP University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown logo
QS World #281 #65 in United States United States

Pre-Law

University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown — The Pre-Law program at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for the rigors of law school and a variety...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
45Program
UH University of Hawaii System logo
QS World #488 #112 in United States United States

Alternative Dispute Resolution

University of Hawaii System — The Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) degree course at the University of Hawaii System is designed to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to effecti...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
46Professional
UH University of Hawaii at Hilo logo
QS World #488 #113 in United States United States

Criminal Justice Certificate

University of Hawaii at Hilo — The Criminal Justice Certificate at the University of Hawaii at Hilo is designed to equip international students with a robust understanding of the criminal justice syste...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Law
47Bachelor's Degree
SU State University of New York at Buffalo logo
QS World #491 #116 in United States United States

Criminology

State University of New York at Buffalo — The Bachelor's Degree in Criminology at the University at Buffalo provides students with a comprehensive understanding of crime, criminal behavior, and the functioning of...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
48Bachelor's Degree
SU State University of New York at Buffalo logo
QS World #491 #116 in United States United States

Criminology

State University of New York at Buffalo — The Bachelor’s Degree in Criminology at the State University of New York at Buffalo offers an immersive exploration into the complexities of crime, law, and societal resp...

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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