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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.

529Bachelor's Degree
OC Onondaga Community College logo
#1,375 in United States United States

Criminal Justice A.S.

Onondaga Community College — The Criminal Justice A.S. degree program at Onondaga Community College equips students with fundamental knowledge and skills to engage with the complexities of the crimin...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
2 YearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
530Bachelor's Degree
SC Simpson College logo
#1,378 in United States United States

Criminal Justice

Simpson College — The Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice at Simpson College offers a comprehensive understanding of the justice system, laws, and the societal implications of crime. Thi...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
531Master's Degree
SC Simpson College logo
#1,378 in United States United States

Master of Arts in Criminal Justice

Simpson College — The Master of Arts in Criminal Justice at Simpson College is an innovative and comprehensive program designed for individuals seeking to advance their knowledge and caree...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
532Bachelor's Degree
NC Newberry College logo
#1,380 in United States United States

Criminal Justice

Newberry College — The Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice at Newberry College offers an in-depth exploration into the complexities of the criminal justice system. This program covers var...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
533Bachelor's Degree
MU Mississippi University for Women logo
#1,383 in United States United States

Legal Studies

Mississippi University for Women — The Bachelor's Degree in Legal Studies at Mississippi University for Women provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the legal system, exploring various asp...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
534Program
GC Gaston College logo
#1,384 in United States United States

Basic Law Enforcement Training

Gaston College — The Basic Law Enforcement Training program at Gaston College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of law enforcement. This...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
535Diploma
GC Gaston College logo
#1,384 in United States United States

Paralegal Technology

Gaston College — The Paralegal Technology diploma program at Gaston College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the legal field and the critical role paralegals play w...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
537Bachelor's Degree
CC Camden County College logo
#1,402 in United States United States

Criminal Justice

Camden County College — The Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice at Camden County College offers a comprehensive exploration of the criminal justice system, equipping students with the essentia...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
538Diploma
CC Camden County College logo
#1,402 in United States United States

Paralegal Studies

Camden County College — The Paralegal Studies Diploma at Camden County College provides students with a comprehensive grounding in legal principles, practices, and procedures. This program is de...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
539Bachelor's Degree
NS Northern State University logo
#1,405 in United States United States

Criminology and Criminal Justice

Northern State University — The Bachelor’s Degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice at Northern State University equips students with a comprehensive understanding of the criminal justice system....

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
540Program
SA Santa Ana College logo
#1,418 in United States United States

Admin of Justice

Santa Ana College — The Degree in Administration of Justice at Santa Ana College provides students with an in-depth understanding of the criminal justice system, focusing on law enforcement,...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
541Program
SA Santa Ana College logo
#1,418 in United States United States

Basic Law Enforcement Academy

Santa Ana College — The Basic Law Enforcement Academy offered by Santa Ana College prepares students for a rewarding career in law enforcement. This hands-on program not only covers the esse...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
542Program
SA Santa Ana College logo
#1,418 in United States United States

Criminal Justice

Santa Ana College — The Criminal Justice degree program at Santa Ana College offers a comprehensive understanding of the criminal justice system, including its history, evolution, and curren...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
543Program
SA Santa Ana College logo
#1,418 in United States United States

Criminal Justice Academies

Santa Ana College — The Criminal Justice Academies degree offered at Santa Ana College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the criminal justice system, covering its diver...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
544Program
SA Santa Ana College logo
#1,418 in United States United States

Criminal Justice Option

Santa Ana College — The Criminal Justice Option at Santa Ana College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the criminal justice system, including its processes, policies, a...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
545Bachelor's Degree
PQ Paul Quinn College logo
#1,420 in United States United States

Legal Studies & Criminology

Paul Quinn College — The Bachelor's Degree in Legal Studies & Criminology at Paul Quinn College offers a comprehensive exploration of the legal system and its intersection with criminal behav...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
549Program
UE Unity Environmental College logo
#1,448 in United States United States

Conservation Law Enforcement

Unity Environmental College — The Conservation Law Enforcement degree at Unity Environmental University equips students with the necessary skills to protect natural resources and enforce environmental...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
550Program
UE Unity Environmental College logo
#1,448 in United States United States

Conservation Law Enforcement

Unity Environmental College — The Conservation Law Enforcement degree at Unity Environmental College is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for effective management and...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
551Professional
LC Loras College logo
#1,452 in United States United States

3+3 Law BA/BS+JD

Loras College — The 3+3 Law BA/BS+JD program at Loras College offers an innovative pathway for students to achieve their law degrees more efficiently. This program integrates undergradua...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Law
552Bachelor's Degree
LC Loras College logo
#1,452 in United States United States

Criminal Justice

Loras College — Overview of the Criminal Justice ProgramThe Criminal Justice Bachelor’s Degree at Loras College offers an interdisciplinary approach to understanding crime and societal r...

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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