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Best Law Colleges in Georgia

We have created a 2019 ranking of the best colleges in Georgia that offer Law degrees to help you find a school that fits your needs. Each school's ranking is based on the compilation of our data from reliable government sources, student surveys, college graduate interviews, and editorial review. In addition, you can view our entire list of all 6 Law schools located within Georgia. We also provide reviews, facts, and questions and answers for schools on our site and offer you access to get valuable information from colleges and universities today.

Best Law Colleges in Georgia for 2019

Rank	School Name	Location		Rating
1	Emory University	Atlanta, GA	Emory University offers 1 Law Degree program. It's a large private university in a large suburb. In 2015, 307 students graduated in the study area of Law with students earning 307 Doctoral degrees.	Based on 16 Reviews	Read more: Emory University Reviews
2	University of Georgia	Athens, GA	University of Georgia offers 1 Law Degree program. It's a large public university in a mid sized city. In 2015, 190 students graduated in the study area of Law with students earning 190 Doctoral degrees.	Based on 56 Reviews	Read more: University of Georgia Reviews
3	Georgia State University	Atlanta, GA	Georgia State University offers 1 Law Degree program. It's a large public university in a large city. In 2015, 193 students graduated in the study area of Law with students earning 193 Doctoral degrees.	Based on 32 Reviews	Read more: Georgia State University Reviews
4	Mercer University	Macon, GA	Mercer University offers 1 Law Degree program. It's a medium sized private university in a mid sized city. In 2015, 116 students graduated in the study area of Law with students earning 116 Doctoral degrees.	Based on 8 Reviews	Read more: Mercer University Reviews
5	Atlanta's John Marshall Law School	Atlanta, GA	Atlanta's John Marshall Law School offers 1 Law Degree program. It's a private university in a large city. In 2015, 115 students graduated in the study area of Law with students earning 115 Doctoral degrees.		Read more: Atlanta's John Marshall Law School Reviews
6	Savannah Law School	Savannah, GA	Savannah Law School offers 1 Law Degree program. It's a private university in a mid sized city. In 2015, 25 students graduated in the study area of Law with students earning 25 Doctoral degrees.		Read more: Savannah Law School Reviews

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List of all Law Colleges in Georgia

School Name	Average tuition	Student Teacher Ratio	Enrolled Students
Emory University Atlanta, GA	5/5	7 : 1	13,788
University of Georgia Athens, GA	3/5	18 : 1	36,130
Georgia State University Atlanta, GA	3/5	23 : 1	32,058
Mercer University Macon, GA	5/5	17 : 1	8,600
Atlanta's John Marshall Law School Atlanta, GA		18 : 1	522
Savannah Law School Savannah, GA		12 : 1	140

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National American University
Program Descriptions
- Master of Management, Criminal Justice Management Emphasis
Master of Management, Criminal Justice Management Emphasis

The Master of Management degree is designed to increase your knowledge and skills as a manager, especially by focusing on the “big picture” issues involved with management, such as finance, marketing, or organizational structure. You will develop a well-rounded portfolio of management knowledge, skills and abilities along with a holistic view of the organization. Students who select the generalist MBA without an emphasis area will work with their Graduate Advisor to select 13.5 hours of elective credit that best match their professional interests
Miller-Motte College (MMC)
Program Descriptions
- Criminal Justice - Associate of Applied Science
- Criminal Justice - Bachelor of Science
- Paralegal - Associate of Applied Science
Criminal Justice - Associate of Applied Science

Criminal Justice - Bachelor of Science

Paralegal - Associate of Applied Science
Grand Canyon University
Program Descriptions
- B.A. in Government with an Emphasis in Legal Studies
- B.A. in Government with an Emphasis in State and Local Public Policy
- B.S. in Justice Studies
- B.S. in Public Safety and Emergency Management
- M.S. in Criminal Justice: Legal Studies
- M.S. in Leadership: Disaster Preparedness & Executive Fire Leadership
- Master of Public Administration with an Emphasis in Government and Policy
B.A. in Government with an Emphasis in Legal Studies

The fascinating and expansive arena of law represents diversity among academic backgrounds. From the paralegal professions to the demanding rigor of law school, the legal domain shares a common set of interdisciplinary themes that are essential for success in these disciplines. Rooted in the study of politics, policy and law, GCU's government degree in legal studies blends an interdisciplinary curriculum with communication, philosophy and business. It serves as a pre-law degree that offers a foundation in ethical leadership and the knowledge to excel in law school.

B.A. in Government with an Emphasis in State and Local Public Policy

As the 21st century drives us forward, a push toward greater transparency and effective governance reflects upon the standing of distinguished policy makers and administrators in the legislative branches. The age of information and the innovative, open forums of communication – blogs, social media and the internet as a whole – demand a comprehensive understanding of the political forces in this arena. The bachelor's degree in government for state and local public policy envisions strong political leadership, which improves and makes a difference in the lives of people in their communities. The program, which serves as an alternative to a political science degree, explores the scope of governance and democracy through patterns of political behavior.

B.S. in Justice Studies

Grand Canyon University’s Bachelor of Science in Justice Studies prepares students to enter careers in law enforcement, governmental and private agencies, research, social work, political science, and a variety of other fields. Graduates will be able to describe the components of the justice system from a systems perspective, including function, organization, issues, practices, and interrelationship of law enforcement agencies, the courts, and the corrections system.

B.S. in Public Safety and Emergency Management

Grand Canyon University’s Bachelor of Science in Public Safety and Emergency Management program is a bachelor’s degree completion program that provides a theoretical and applied approach to the professional education of students, while ensuring relevance to the homeland security and public safety industries. The program emphasizes the fundamentals of emergency management while providing an interdisciplinary course of study in the skills and practices of emergency planning and management. Candidates for the degree include those working in or desirous of working in one of several fields, including emergency management, fire protection, emergency medical response, law enforcement, environmental health and safety, and other related fields. The program highlights the application of research methodology; the utilization of communication skills at the personal, professional, and public level; and the development of professional skills and knowledge in the fields of public safety and emergency management.

M.S. in Criminal Justice: Legal Studies

The Master of Science in Criminal Justice with a Legal Studies emphasis is designed for students seeking to expand their understanding of the law, social order and justice. This program also prepares students for work in legal foundations where in-depth research on legal and social issues is carried out.

M.S. in Leadership: Disaster Preparedness & Executive Fire Leadership

Grand Canyon University’s Master of Science in Leadership with an Emphasis in Disaster Preparedness and Executive Fire Leadership provides students with the skills to develop professionally and gain self-confidence in their own leadership styles. The program offers an opportunity for graduates of the National Fire Academy’s Executive Fire Officer Program (NFA-EEOP) to complete a graduate degree. Students learn to integrate a conceptual foundation for an executive leadership role that emphasizes the immediate application of ethical and practical leadership skills as well as disaster preparation and crisis management. Environmental issues directly related to leadership skills development and content required of leaders in the area of emergency public safety and disaster preparedness will also be addressed.

Master of Public Administration with an Emphasis in Government and Policy

The Master of Public Administration with an emphasis in Government and Policy prepares students for careers in the public sector. The program is targeted at individuals working or desirous of finding employment in all levels of government. The core coursework gives students the opportunity to apply administrative skills in the areas of economics, leadership, human capital development, and governance within the public sector environment. Emphasis courses will challenge students to identify and provide solutions for the unique issues facing public sector organizations in the areas of financial management, inter-agency cooperation, policy and law.
South University Online
Program Descriptions
- Criminal Justice (BS)
- Criminal Justice (MS)
Criminal Justice (BS)

A Bachelor of Science degree builds on your basic knowledge of this field of study with courses that focus on the causes of crime and critical insights into the functions of the criminal justice system. Course topics include the response by police, courts, and corrections to crime and violence, ethical concerns, theoretical and applied criminal justice, causes of crime, and the process of adjudicating criminal cases. This degree serves as the springboard for an entry-level position in the field.

Criminal Justice (MS)

Our Master of Science in Criminal Justice program is open to both individuals employed in the criminal justice system, as well as those in other careers, both public and private, who wish to acquire further education in criminal justice. Prerequisites are limited so that qualified students with bachelor’s degrees in related fields such as criminology, psychology, business or public administration, anthropology, political science, sociology or related social sciences may enroll along with students who have undergraduate degrees in criminal justice. Upon completion of the program, you can choose to enter doctoral programs in related fields or to seek a leadership position within law enforcement, correctional, local and state government, or legal institutions.

Additional Law Degree Facts for Georgia Schools

What Law degree programs were earned in Georgia?

Degree Level	Program Length	Colleges	Graduates
Doctoral	1-2 year Length	6 Colleges	946 Graduates