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12 Best Law (JD) Programs in the United States

There are 12 Law (JD) programs in the United States, spread across 7 universities, typically lasting 4 years. The list starts with courses at University of Alabama at Birmingham, University of Arkansas - Little Rock and Pepperdine University.

1Professional
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)
2Bachelor's Degree
UA University of Arkansas - Little Rock logo
#436 in United States United States

Law Enforcement

University of Arkansas - Little Rock — The Bachelor's Degree in Law Enforcement at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock offers an in-depth exploration of the complex world of criminal justice and public s...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law (JD)
3Bachelor's Degree
UA University of Arkansas - Little Rock logo
#436 in United States United States

Legal Studies

University of Arkansas - Little Rock — The Bachelor's Degree in Legal Studies at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the legal system and its appli...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law (JD)
4Master's Degree
PU Pepperdine University logo
#612 in United States United States

Master of Dispute Resolution (MDR)

Pepperdine University — The Master of Dispute Resolution (MDR) program at Pepperdine University is designed to equip students with comprehensive skills in conflict resolution and negotiation. It...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law (JD)
5Master's Degree
PU Pepperdine University logo
#612 in United States United States

Master of Laws (LLM)

Pepperdine University — The Master of Laws (LLM) program at Pepperdine University provides an in-depth understanding of the law, with a focus on preparing international students for an increasin...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law (JD)
6Master's Degree
PU Pepperdine University logo
#612 in United States United States

Master of Legal Studies (MLS)

Pepperdine University — The Master of Legal Studies (MLS) at Pepperdine University equips students with a comprehensive understanding of the legal system and its implications in various sectors....

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law (JD)
7Bachelor's Degree
UL University of La Verne logo
#1,041 in United States United States

Legal Studies

University of La Verne — The Bachelor's Degree in Legal Studies at the University of La Verne provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the legal system, emphasizing both theoretica...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law (JD)
8Bachelor's Degree
WC Western Connecticut State University logo
#1,073 in United States United States

Justice & Law Administration

Western Connecticut State University — The Bachelor's Degree in Justice & Law Administration at Western Connecticut State University offers a comprehensive exploration of the justice system, covering the intri...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law (JD)
9Bachelor's Degree
WC Western Connecticut State University logo
#1,073 in United States United States

Pre-Law

Western Connecticut State University — The Pre-Law Bachelor's Degree program at Western Connecticut State University is designed for students keen on pursuing a career in law or related fields. This interdisci...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law (JD)
10Bachelor's Degree
UT University of Tennessee, Martin logo
#1,098 in United States United States

English Legal Studies 3+3

University of Tennessee, Martin — The English Legal Studies 3+3 program at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia offers an in-depth understanding of both domestic and international legal systems, enabling student...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law (JD)
11Program
UT University of Tennessee, Martin logo
#1,098 in United States United States

Ethics

University of Tennessee, Martin — The Ethics degree program at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia delves into the fundamental principles that govern human behavior and decision-making. It encompasses a broad r...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law (JD)
12Bachelor's Degree
US United States Air Force Academy logo
#1,261 in United States United States

Legal Studies

United States Air Force Academy — The Legal Studies Bachelor's Degree at the United States Air Force Academy provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the legal system and its implications o...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law (JD)

How these courses are ranked

The rest are ordered by research impact. University of Alabama at Birmingham has the largest research record in this group, with 16,465,315 citations and an h-index of 996.

Levels, lengths and start dates

By level: 7 bachelor's, 3 master's and 1 professional. The usual length is 4 years and 1–2 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (92% of courses with a stated intake). Pepperdine University offers the widest choice, with 3 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in the United States for Law (JD)?

University of Alabama at Birmingham (#175 in United States), University of Arkansas - Little Rock (#436 in United States) and Pepperdine University (#612 in United States) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does a Law (JD) course take in the United States?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 1–2 years the next most common.

When do Law (JD) 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.

Which university has the most Law (JD) courses in the United States?

Pepperdine University, with 3, ahead of Western Connecticut State University (2).

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