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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.

673Diploma
HC Harford Community College logo
#1,860 in United States United States

Paralegal Studies

Harford Community College — The Paralegal Studies program at Harford Community College equips students with essential skills and knowledge vital for supporting attorneys in legal settings. The curri...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
674PhD / Doctorate
CE College of Eastern Utah logo
#1,864 in United States United States

Doctor of Juridical Science / Doctor iuris

College of Eastern Utah — The Doctor of Juridical Science (SJD) program at the College of Eastern Utah is a prestigious doctoral program designed for legal scholars and practitioners wishing to en...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
4–6 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Law
676Master's Degree
CE College of Eastern Utah logo
#1,864 in United States United States

Master of Laws in Human Rights

College of Eastern Utah — The Master of Laws in Human Rights at the College of Eastern Utah offers an in-depth exploration into the essential principles and frameworks that govern human rights tod...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
680Diploma
GS Gadsden State Community College logo
#1,872 in United States United States

Court Reporting Technology

Gadsden State Community College — The Court Reporting Technology diploma program at Gasden State Community College is designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge needed to pursue a...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
681Program
GS Gadsden State Community College logo
#1,872 in United States United States

Criminal Justice

Gadsden State Community College — The Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice at Gasden State Community College is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the criminal justice syst...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
682Diploma
GS Gadsden State Community College logo
#1,872 in United States United States

Paralegal Studies

Gadsden State Community College — The Paralegal Studies diploma program at Gasden State Community College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the legal system, including essential lega...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
685Program
NH North Hennepin Community College logo
#1,889 in United States United States

Criminal Justice Transfer Pathway

North Hennepin Community College — The Criminal Justice Transfer Pathway is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the criminal justice system, ensuring a smooth transition to a...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
686Program
NH North Hennepin Community College logo
#1,889 in United States United States

Paralegal

North Hennepin Community College — The Paralegal degree program at North Hennepin Community College equips students with essential knowledge and skills required to assist lawyers in their practice. The pro...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
687Program
JC Jones County Junior College logo
#1,893 in United States United States

Criminal Justice

Jones County Junior College — The Criminal Justice degree program at Jones County Junior College provides a comprehensive understanding of the criminal justice system, including policing, the court sy...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
688Diploma
GT Gateway Technical College logo
#1,894 in United States United States

Criminal Justice Studies

Gateway Technical College — The Diploma in Criminal Justice Studies at Gateway Technical College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the criminal justice system, including law en...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
690Diploma
GT Gateway Technical College logo
#1,894 in United States United States

Legal Studies/Paralegal

Gateway Technical College — About the Legal Studies/Paralegal DiplomaThe Legal Studies/Paralegal Diploma program at Gateway Technical College is designed to equip students with a comprehensive under...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
691Diploma
RC Rowan College at Burlington County logo
#1,897 in United States United States

Criminal Justice (AS.CRJ)

Rowan College at Burlington County — The Criminal Justice diploma program at Rowan College at Burlington County provides a comprehensive foundation in the principles of law enforcement, judicial processes, a...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
692Bachelor's Degree
RC Rowan College at Burlington County logo
#1,897 in United States United States

Law and Justice (AS ➛ BA)

Rowan College at Burlington County — Course OverviewThe Law and Justice program at Rowan College at Burlington County offers students a comprehensive understanding of the legal system, criminal justice, and...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
BlendedMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
693Bachelor's Degree
WT Wake Technical Community College logo
#1,907 in United States United States

Criminal Justice Technology AAS

Wake Technical Community College — The Criminal Justice Technology program provides a comprehensive understanding of the criminal justice system, focusing on the intersection of technology and law enforcem...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
694Program
FL Finger Lakes Community College logo
#1,917 in United States United States

Corrections Officer

Finger Lakes Community College — The Corrections Officer program at Finger Lakes Community College equips students with the essential skills and knowledge needed for a successful career in the correction...

Level
24 CreditsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
695Diploma
FL Finger Lakes Community College logo
#1,917 in United States United States

Criminal Justice

Finger Lakes Community College — Course OverviewThe Diploma in Criminal Justice at Finger Lakes Community College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the criminal justice system, incl...

DiplomaLevel
64 CreditsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
696Bachelor's Degree
AC Angelina College logo
#1,920 in United States United States

Criminal Justice

Angelina College — The Bachelor of Criminal Justice program at Angelina College offers a comprehensive exploration into the complex field of criminal justice, addressing the legal aspects,...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
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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