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45 Best Professional Law Programs in the United States

Across the United States, 33 universities offer 45 Professional Law programs — most run 3–4 years. The list starts with courses at University of Southern California, Yeshiva University and University of Alaska - Fairbanks.

6Professional
UH University of Hawaii at Hilo logo
QS World #488 #113 in United States United States

Criminal Justice Certificate

University of Hawaii at Hilo — The Criminal Justice Certificate at the University of Hawaii at Hilo is designed to equip international students with a robust understanding of the criminal justice syste...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Law
7Professional
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
8Professional
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
11Professional
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)
12Professional
UM University of Mississippi logo
#243 in United States United States

Air and Space Law Graduate Certificate

University of Mississippi — The Air and Space Law Graduate Certificate at the University of Mississippi is designed to provide professionals with a comprehensive understanding of the unique legal fr...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
FallIntake
Law
13Professional
UB University of Baltimore logo
#275 in United States United States

Juris Doctor

University of Baltimore — The Juris Doctor program at the University of Baltimore is designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of legal principles and practices. This professio...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Law
14Professional
CW College of William and Mary logo
#278 in United States United States

Juris Doctor

College of William and Mary — The Juris Doctor (JD) program at the College of William and Mary provides a comprehensive and rigorous education in the law, preparing students for a successful legal car...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Law
15Professional
UT University of Tulsa logo
#404 in United States United States

Law

University of Tulsa — The Law program at the University of Tulsa offers a comprehensive approach to understanding the legal system and its various components. The curriculum covers crucial are...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Law
18Professional
HC Hope College logo
#580 in United States United States

Law

Hope College — The Law program at Hope College offers a comprehensive exploration of legal principles, institutions, and practices. This course is designed to equip students with a deep...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Law

How these courses are ranked

7 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #146 (University of Southern California) to #545 (CUNY School of Law); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. University of Southern California has the largest research record in this group, with 28,599,549 citations and an h-index of 1,476.

What the courses look like

Within the subject, the largest areas are Law (44) and Law (JD) (1). The usual length is 3–4 years. 91% are full-time and 2 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (4% of courses with a stated intake). Pepperdine University offers the widest choice, with 8 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in the United States for Professional Law?

University of Southern California (QS World #146), Yeshiva University (QS World #413) and University of Alaska - Fairbanks (QS World #467) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does a Professional Law course take in the United States?

Most listed courses run 3–4 years.

When do Professional 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 Professional Law online with a university in the United States?

2 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Professional Law courses in the United States?

Pepperdine University, with 8, ahead of University of Southern California (3).

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