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Founded in 1859, the University of Michigan Law School offers Juris Doctor, Master of Laws, and Doctor of Juridical Science degree programs. Learn more.
The University of Michigan Law School (branded as Michigan Law) is the law school of the University of Michigan, a public research university in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Founded in 1859, the school offers Master of Laws (LLM), Master of Comparative Law (MCL), Juris Doctor (JD), and Doctor of the Science of Law (SJD) degree programs.
With a first-class legal education and a dedicated global alumni community that stays connected even decades after graduation, you will leave Michigan Law with an incredible array of career opportunities.
University of Michigan--Ann Arbor is ranked No. 9 (tie) out of 196 in Best Law Schools. Schools were assessed on their performance across a set of widely accepted indicators of excellence.
With 18 established dual degree programs offered in partnership with 10 graduate schools and departments, Michigan law is an ideal setting for pursuing a concurrent degree to complement your legal education.
A Michigan Law education is an investment in your future, and our dedicated counselors in the Office of Financial Aid will work with you throughout the application process and your time on campus to identify the resources that will help you achieve your goals.
For more than 150 years, the University of Michigan Law School has offered its students one of the world’s finest legal educations in a setting of stunning physical beauty. Among Michigan Law’s more than 22,000 alumni are leaders in law, business, and public service in countries across the globe.
We offer a binding Early Decision program for applicants who have considered and investigated their law school options carefully and are confident that the University of Michigan Law School is their clear first choice, regardless of financial considerations.
From the development of its first curriculum in 1859, Michigan Law has been steadfast in its commitment to providing a legal education that is both analytical and pragmatic.
Apply Now for Michigan Law’s LLM Program. The Michigan LLM is a full-time program, and all students begin classes in late August and graduate in early May. LLM students are permitted to enroll in most Law School courses, including several clinics.