Top 10 Best Universities in the World to Study Law (2025)
According to the latest Times Higher Education subject rankings for Law 2025, these universities stand out for excellence, alumni network, and global impact. Notably, **Stanford University has overtaken Harvard for the #1 position in Law.**
Quick Insight: These law schools offer cutting-edge programmes in corporate, international, human rights, technology and policy law with strong global reputations.
1. Stanford University (USA)
Stanford Law School leads the world in innovation, technology and policy law, overtaking Harvard in 2025 rankings.
2. Harvard University (USA)
Harvard Law School remains a powerhouse with the largest alumni network and broadest course offerings.
3. New York University (USA)
NYU Law offers a global law programme with centres in Paris and Buenos Aires and a strong tax law reputation.
4. University of Cambridge (UK)
Historic Cambridge Faculty of Law remains a leader in international and commercial law.
5. Columbia University (USA)
Columbia Law School excels in corporate, international and human rights law.
6. University of California, Berkeley (USA)
Berkeley Law leads in intellectual property, environmental and social justice law.
7. University of Oxford (UK)
Oxford’s Faculty of Law combines centuries of tradition with cutting-edge research.
8. University of Chicago (USA)
Chicago Law School is a leader in law & economics, constitutional and public law.
9. Yale University (USA)
Yale Law School remains known for its small classes and strong public interest focus.
10. University College London (UCL) (UK)
UCL Laws moved into the top 10 in 2025; highly regarded for its international outlook and research excellence.
Final Thoughts
These universities represent the gold standard in legal education. Admission is highly competitive, but the training, research opportunities, and alumni networks are unmatched worldwide.
Note: Admission requirements, tuition fees, and scholarship options vary. Always check each official university website for the latest updates.
