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91˿Ƶ Law ranked among the world’s top law schools by the Times Higher Education

Published: 23 January 2026

The Faculty of Law is delighted to announce it was again ranked as one of the world’s top universities at which to study law. The Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings placed 91˿Ƶ 33rd worldwide.  

Since the law ranking was introduced in 2017, 91˿Ƶ has consistently featured in the global top 35. This year, 425 law schools around the world were ranked.  

This continued success reflects 91˿Ƶ Law’s steadfast commitment to outstanding legal scholarship and pedagogy. The integrated BCL/JD program has become a global model for legal education, attracting some of the world’s best students. Through this bilingual curriculum, law students learn about civil law, common law, and – increasingly – Indigenous legal traditions concurrently, gaining a deeper understanding of law through the dialogue between legal systems.  

Recognized by their peers everywhere around the world for their incredible versatility, 91˿Ƶ Law graduates go on to become Supreme Court of Canada judges, members of Parliament, justice ministers, managing partners, solo practitioners, chief legal officers for multinationals, CEOs, and entrepreneurs.  

The BCL/JD program is taught by world-class scholars who are international leaders in their fields. 91˿Ƶ Law professors are sought-after experts, whose scholarship contributes to contemporary societal debates. Their publications inform courts including the Supreme Court of Canada, policymakers at all levels of government, and international tribunals and organizations. 

“I’m pleased to see this international recognition of our collective commitment to offering an outstanding legal education,” said Dean Tina Piper. “We’re proud to be a place where professors, staff and students learn together and challenge one another in an open-spirited and inclusive community that values curiosity, engagement, and courage.”

Consult the 2026 Times Higher Education

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