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5 Best Law (JD) Bachelor's Universities in the United States 2026

184 Law bachelor's degrees in the United States are ranked for 2026. This is for applicants comparing first-degree study options in law across different universities.

Ranked by our transparent composite score, with QS rankings, tuition fees and entry requirements.

5 universities · ranked best first

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University of La Verne

United States · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
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Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities worldwide for Bachelor's Law (JD)?▾

Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include University of La Verne, University of Arkansas - Little Rock, University of Tennessee, Martin. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.

How much does a Bachelor's in Law (JD) cost abroad?▾

Tuition varies by university and is indicative on each profile — public universities are generally the most affordable, while private and international branch campuses charge more. Scholarships can reduce costs significantly.

Can international students study Law (JD) abroad?▾

Yes. Most programmes are taught in English and open to international students, who apply for a student visa through the immigration authority after accepting an offer.

How are these universities ranked?▾

We use a transparent composite score combining QS World/Asia positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. See our ranking methodology for the exact weights.

Studying Law (JD) at Bachelor's level abroad

your destination country is a popular, affordable destination for Law (JD) at Bachelor's level, with provincially accredited programmes taught in English at both public and private universities, plus international branch campuses. The universities above are ordered by our composite ranking score, which combines QS World and QS Americas positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — with no paid placement.

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A bachelor's degree in Law at this level is an undergraduate route for students starting legal study or building a foundation for later professional training. It suits applicants who want a first degree rather than a diploma or master's degree.

The universities in this group are all marked public. Several options are in major urban settings, including Seattle and Chicago-area institutions, while others are in smaller places such as Mississippi Valley and Bemidji. Fee information is published for some universities and missing for others, so compare the stated tuition carefully and confirm any missing cost details with the university.

Before applying, verify the tuition fee, any entry requirements, the campus location, and the exact Law programme title. You should also confirm whether the degree leads to the outcome you want, since that depends on the specific university and programme structure.