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Alabama Law Ranks Among Best Public Law Schools in the U.S.

Graphic highlighting recent rankings Alabama Law has received, including: #12 Public Law Schools, #5 federal clerkship placements among public law schools, #3 best value law schools, and #2 debt-to-income ratio among public law schools

In the most recent US News rankings, the University of Alabama School of Law has ranked #12 among all ABA accredited public law schools and #5 (public) for federal clerkship placements.

These metrics reflect the high quality opportunities afforded to students at Alabama Law. This past year, the National Jurist ranked Alabama Law the #3 Best Value Law School in the U.S. and recognized the school because its alumni graduated with the #2 best debt-load (public) in the U.S.

Whether arguing before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit or excelling in international negotiation competitions, Alabama Law students gain both hands-on experience and strong theoretical foundations, preparing them to become successful attorneys and leaders on the global stage.


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