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Law Schools by State — 2026 Directory
Browse all 208 ABA-accredited law schools across 52 US states and territories. Compare state-by-state rankings, bar passage rates, and admission requirements to find your ideal law school.
All States Directory
Select any state to view its complete list of ABA-accredited law schools, including rankings, admission statistics, and bar passage rates.
- Alabama 3
- Arizona 3
- Arkansas 2
- California 21
- Colorado 2
- Connecticut 3
- DE 1
- Delaware 1
- District of Columbia 6
- Florida 12
- Georgia 5
- Hawaii 1
- Idaho 1
- Illinois 9
- Indiana 4
- Iowa 2
- Kansas 2
- Kentucky 3
- Louisiana 4
- Maine 1
- Maryland 2
- Massachusetts 8
- Michigan 5
- Minnesota 3
- Mississippi 2
- Missouri 4
- Montana 1
- Nebraska 2
- Nevada 1
- New Hampshire 1
- New Jersey 4
- New Mexico 1
- New York 15
- North Carolina 7
- North Dakota 1
- Ohio 9
- Oklahoma 3
- Oregon 3
- Pennsylvania 9
- Puerto Rico 3
- Rhode Island 1
- South Carolina 2
- South Dakota 1
- Tennessee 6
- Texas 10
- Utah 2
- Vermont 1
- Virginia 8
- Washington 3
- West Virginia 1
- Wisconsin 2
- Wyoming 1
Top States for Legal Education
States with the highest concentration of ABA-accredited law schools, offering diverse specializations and career opportunities in legal markets ranging from BigLaw to public interest.
About Law Schools by State
The United States has 208 ABA-accredited law schools distributed across 52 states and territories. California leads with 21 schools, followed by New York with 15.
Key Factors When Choosing by State
Bar Passage Rates
First-time bar passage rates vary significantly. California's bar exam has the lowest pass rate nationally, while states like Missouri and Iowa exceed 85%.
Cost of Living
Total cost of attendance includes tuition plus living expenses. NYC and San Francisco law students face 2x the living costs of students in Iowa or Alabama.
Employment Outcomes
BigLaw placement rates, government positions, and public interest roles differ dramatically by state and regional legal market.
Practice Specializations
Delaware for corporate law, Texas for energy, DC for government and policy, California for technology and entertainment law.