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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.

49Professional
SU State University of New York at Buffalo logo
QS World #491 #116 in United States United States

Law

State University of New York at Buffalo — The Law program at the University at Buffalo provides an in-depth understanding of legal principles, theories, and practices essential for pursuing a successful career in...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Law
50Professional
SU State University of New York at Buffalo logo
QS World #491 #116 in United States United States

Law

State University of New York at Buffalo — The Law program at the State University of New York at Buffalo offers a comprehensive education designed to equip students with essential legal knowledge and skills. Stud...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Law
51Bachelor's Degree
SU State University of New York at Buffalo logo
QS World #491 #116 in United States United States

Legal Studies

State University of New York at Buffalo — The Bachelor's Degree in Legal Studies at the University at Buffalo provides a comprehensive overview of the legal system, focusing on the interplay between law, society,...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
52Bachelor's Degree
SU State University of New York at Buffalo logo
QS World #491 #116 in United States United States

Legal Studies

State University of New York at Buffalo — The Bachelor’s Degree in Legal Studies at the State University of New York at Buffalo provides an in-depth understanding of the legal system, legal processes, and their s...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
53Diploma
CB CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College logo
QS World #545 #127 in United States United States

Criminal Justice

CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College — Overview of the Criminal Justice DiplomaThe Criminal Justice Diploma at CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College provides students with a comprehensive understanding o...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
54Diploma
CB CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College logo
QS World #545 #127 in United States United States

Critical Thinking and Justice

CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College — The Critical Thinking and Justice diploma program at CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College offers students a comprehensive understanding of critical thinking princi...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
55Diploma
CB CUNY Bronx Community College logo
QS World #545 #128 in United States United States

Criminal Justice

CUNY Bronx Community College — The Diploma in Criminal Justice at CUNY Bronx Community College offers students a comprehensive understanding of the criminal justice system. This course covers essential...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
56Diploma
CB CUNY Bronx Community College logo
QS World #545 #128 in United States United States

Paralegal Certificate Program

CUNY Bronx Community College — The Paralegal Certificate Program at CUNY Bronx Community College offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
58Diploma
CB CUNY Bronx Community College logo
QS World #545 #128 in United States United States

Paralegal and Legal Studies

CUNY Bronx Community College — The Paralegal and Legal Studies Diploma at CUNY Bronx Community College provides students with a strong foundation in the legal field, combining theoretical knowledge wit...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
59Program
CC CUNY City College of NY logo
QS World #545 #131 in United States United States

Legal Studies

CUNY City College of NY — The Legal Studies degree at CUNY City College of NY provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the legal system and its relationship with societal structures...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
60PhD / Doctorate
CG CUNY Graduate School and University Center logo
QS World #545 #134 in United States New York, United States

Criminal Justice

CUNY Graduate School and University Center — The PhD program in Criminal Justice at CUNY Graduate School and University Center offers a comprehensive exploration of the criminal justice system, including its complex...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
4–6 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Law
61Bachelor's Degree
CH CUNY Hostos Community College logo
QS World #545 #135 in United States United States

Criminal Justice

CUNY Hostos Community College — The Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice at CUNY Hostos Community College offers a comprehensive understanding of the criminal justice system, its processes, and societa...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
62Bachelor's Degree
CH CUNY Hostos Community College logo
QS World #545 #135 in United States United States

Paralegal Studies

CUNY Hostos Community College — The Bachelor's Degree in Paralegal Studies at CUNY Hostos Community College offers a comprehensive overview of the legal field, equipping students with the essential know...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
66Diploma
CQ CUNY Queensborough Community College logo
QS World #545 #145 in United States United States

Criminal Justice

CUNY Queensborough Community College — The Diploma in Criminal Justice at CUNY Queensborough Community College is designed to provide students with a comprehensive grounding in the principles and practices of...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
68Bachelor's Degree
NU Northwestern University logo
#164 in United States United States

Legal Studies

Northwestern University — The Bachelor's Degree in Legal Studies at Northwestern University explores the intricate relationship between law, society, and governance. This program provides a compre...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
69Bachelor's Degree
UA University of Alabama at Birmingham logo
#175 in United States United States

Criminal Justice

University of Alabama at Birmingham — The Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice at Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona prepares students to understand the complex nature of crime, its consequences, and the syst...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Criminal Law
70Bachelor's Degree
UA University of Alabama at Birmingham logo
#175 in United States United States

Human Rights

University of Alabama at Birmingham — The Bachelor's Degree in Human Rights at Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona provides students with a comprehensive understanding of human rights from a global perspective....

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Human Rights Law
71Bachelor's Degree
UA University of Alabama at Birmingham logo
#175 in United States United States

Human Rights

University of Alabama at Birmingham — Overview of the Human Rights Bachelor's DegreeThe Human Rights Bachelor's Degree at the University of Alabama at Birmingham delves into the critical issues surrounding th...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Human Rights Law
72Professional
UA University of Alabama at Birmingham logo
#175 in United States United States

Pre-Law, Pre-Professional Program

University of Alabama at Birmingham — The Pre-Law, Pre-Professional Program at the University of Alabama at Birmingham is designed to prepare students for advanced studies in law and other professional discip...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Law (JD)

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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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