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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.

577Foundation
NP National Park College logo
#1,594 in United States United States

Criminal Justice

National Park College — The Foundation in Criminal Justice program at National Park College is designed to provide students with a comprehensive introduction to the criminal justice system. This...

FoundationLevel
1 yearDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
580Program
TC Tacoma Community College logo
#1,604 in United States United States

Paralegal

Tacoma Community College — The Paralegal degree program at Tacoma Community College is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the legal system and the role of paralegals...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
581Diploma
RC Rockland Community College logo
#1,606 in United States United States

Criminal Justice

Rockland Community College — The Criminal Justice diploma program at Rockland Community College offers students an in-depth understanding of the criminal justice system, focusing on law enforcement,...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
582Diploma
RC Rockland Community College logo
#1,606 in United States United States

Legal Studies

Rockland Community College — The Diploma in Legal Studies at Rockland Community College offers students a comprehensive understanding of the legal system and its various components. The course is des...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
BlendedMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
583Diploma
NC North Central Michigan College logo
#1,607 in United States United States

Legal Assistant

North Central Michigan College — The Legal Assistant Diploma program at North Central Michigan College is designed to equip students with the fundamental skills required for a successful career in the le...

DiplomaLevel
2 semestersDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
584Program
YT York Technical College logo
#1,613 in United States United States

Paralegal

York Technical College — The Paralegal degree program at York Technical College equips students with the critical knowledge and skills necessary to support legal professionals in various settings...

Level
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
585Program
JS J Sargeant Reynolds Community College logo
#1,616 in United States United States

Criminal Justice

J Sargeant Reynolds Community College — The Criminal Justice degree at J Sargeant Reynolds Community College offers a comprehensive understanding of the complexities surrounding crime, law enforcement, legal pr...

Level
Duration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
586Program
JS J Sargeant Reynolds Community College logo
#1,616 in United States United States

Law Foundations

J Sargeant Reynolds Community College — The Law Foundations degree at J Sargeant Reynolds Community College offers a comprehensive introduction to the legal system, preparing students for a variety of roles wit...

Level
Duration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
587Bachelor's Degree
JS J Sargeant Reynolds Community College logo
#1,616 in United States United States

Paralegal Studies

J Sargeant Reynolds Community College — Paralegal Studies is designed to equip students with the knowledge and competencies needed to support legal professionals in various settings. The program covers a wide r...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
588Bachelor's Degree
UI Upper Iowa University logo
#1,617 in United States United States

Criminal Justice

Upper Iowa University — The Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice at Upper Iowa University offers a comprehensive overview of the criminal justice system, focusing on applying theories and pract...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
589Bachelor's Degree
MS Mt. San Antonio College logo
#1,625 in United States United States

Paralegal/Legal Assistant

Mt. San Antonio College — The Bachelor's Degree in Paralegal/Legal Assistant at Mt. San Antonio College prepares students with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills necessary to succeed in...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
594Program
CC Clovis Community College logo
#1,632 in United States United States

Academy Based Criminal Justice

Clovis Community College — The Academy Based Criminal Justice degree program at Clovis Community College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the criminal justice system. This pr...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
595Program
CC Clovis Community College logo
#1,632 in United States United States

Criminal Justice

Clovis Community College — The Criminal Justice degree program at Clovis Community College provides a comprehensive understanding of the various aspects of the criminal justice system. This four-se...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
596Program
CC Clovis Community College logo
#1,632 in United States United States

Legal Assistant Studies (Paralegal)

Clovis Community College — The Legal Assistant Studies (Paralegal) degree at Clovis Community College offers an in-depth education designed to prepare students for a career in the legal field. This...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
597Program
SP South Plains College logo
#1,642 in United States United States

Law Enforcement

South Plains College — The Law Enforcement degree program at South Plains College is designed to equip students with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary for a successful career in p...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
598Program
SP South Plains College logo
#1,642 in United States United States

Paralegal Studies

South Plains College — Paralegal Studies is a comprehensive program designed for individuals aspiring to work in the legal field with a focus on the role of paralegals. The course covers variou...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
600Bachelor's Degree
NC North Carolina Wesleyan College logo
#1,649 in United States United States

Criminal Justice

North Carolina Wesleyan College — The Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice at North Carolina Wesleyan College offers a comprehensive exploration of the American criminal justice system, including its var...

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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