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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.

554Bachelor's Degree
MC Malone College logo
#1,479 in United States United States

Criminal and Restorative Justice

Malone College — The Bachelor's Degree in Criminal and Restorative Justice at Malone College provides a comprehensive understanding of the criminal justice system and emphasizes restorati...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
555Professional
EP El Paso Community College logo
#1,482 in United States United States

Basic Peace Officer

El Paso Community College — The Basic Peace Officer course at El Paso Community College is a professional training program designed to equip students with the essential knowledge and skills required...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Law
556Program
EP El Paso Community College logo
#1,482 in United States United States

Criminal Justice

El Paso Community College — The Criminal Justice degree program at El Paso Community College provides an in-depth understanding of the criminal justice system, including law enforcement, the legal s...

Level
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
557Program
EM Eastern Mennonite University logo
#1,488 in United States United States

Criminology

Eastern Mennonite University — The Criminology degree at Eastern Mennonite University provides a comprehensive understanding of the complex world of crime, law enforcement, and societal impacts. The cu...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
559Bachelor's Degree
FV Fox Valley Technical College logo
#1,492 in United States United States

Criminal Justice

Fox Valley Technical College — The Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice at Fox Valley Technical College offers an in-depth exploration of the criminal justice system, preparing students for a variety...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
560Bachelor's Degree
OC Odessa College logo
#1,493 in United States United States

ExxonMobil Bachelor's in Criminal Justice

Odessa College — The ExxonMobil Bachelor's in Criminal Justice program at Odessa College offers a comprehensive education designed to equip students with the necessary skills for a succes...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
561Foundation
CA Carl Albert State College logo
#1,502 in United States United States

Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice

Carl Albert State College — The Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice at Carl Albert State College is a foundational program designed for students interested in understanding the legal system, law e...

FoundationLevel
1 yearDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
562Program
MP Monterey Peninsula College logo
#1,507 in United States United States

Law Enforcement Training

Monterey Peninsula College — The Law Enforcement Training degree at Monterey Peninsula College is designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge necessary for a successful career...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
563Program
QC Quincy College logo
#1,508 in United States United States

Criminal Justice

Quincy College — The Criminal Justice degree at Quincy College provides an in-depth understanding of the criminal justice system, including law enforcement, the judicial system, and corre...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
564Diploma
WC Warren County Community College logo
#1,522 in United States United States

Criminal Justice

Warren County Community College — The Diploma in Criminal Justice at Warren County Community College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the criminal justice system, its operations, an...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
565Diploma
SC Shoreline Community College logo
#1,540 in United States United States

Criminal Justice

Shoreline Community College — The Diploma in Criminal Justice at Shoreline Community College offers a comprehensive introduction to the criminal justice system, encompassing law enforcement, the judic...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
573Bachelor's Degree
UD University of Dubuque logo
#1,572 in United States United States

Criminal Justice

University of Dubuque — The Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice at the University of Dubuque provides a comprehensive exploration of the criminal justice system, emphasizing the intricate inte...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
574Bachelor's Degree
NC Northwestern College of Iowa logo
#1,576 in United States United States

Criminal Justice

Northwestern College of Iowa — The Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice at Northwestern College of Iowa offers a comprehensive exploration of the criminal justice system, emphasizing law enforcement,...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
575Bachelor's Degree
PC Peace College logo
#1,583 in United States United States

Pre-Law

Peace College — The Pre-Law program at Peace College is designed to equip students with the foundational knowledge and skills essential for pursuing a career in law. This bachelor's degr...

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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