Pepperdine Caruso School of Law Climbs to No. 46 in U.S. News Rankings as Outcomes Reach Historic Highs
MALIBU, California — Pepperdine University Caruso School of Law has been ranked No. 46 in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Law Schools rankings—reflecting a sustained period of extraordinary success in its 57-year history in academic excellence and student outcomes, including all-time highs in overall ranking, post-grad employment, and reputation among academics, lawyers, and judges.
“We are incredibly proud of this recognition, but what matters most is what it represents,” said Paul Caron, Duane and Kelly Roberts Dean of Pepperdine Caruso Law. “We have never been stronger as a law school. Our distinctive commitment to providing a rigorous legal education within a loving, supportive community grounded in the Christian faith creates transformative experiences that equip and empower our graduates for lives of greater purpose, faithful service, and principled leadership in the legal profession and beyond.”
Four of Pepperdine Caruso Law’s programs are ranked among the Top 50 among 194 law schools:
- #3 Dispute Resolution
- #31 Tax Law
- #43 Clinical Training
- #47 Constitutional Law
By integrating rigorous legal training with a values-centered approach, Pepperdine Caruso Law continues to distinguish itself as a leader in legal education—equipping graduates to excel in the legal profession while making a meaningful difference in their communities and beyond.
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About Pepperdine University Caruso School of Law
The Pepperdine Caruso School of Law offers a top-ranked legal education with nationally recognized degree programs committed to the highest principles of professional, ethical, and societal responsibility. With an emphasis on experiential learning, mentorship, faculty accessibility, global justice, and professional formation, Pepperdine Caruso Law offers a juris doctor, two master’s degrees, five joint-degree programs, four LLM degrees, and five certificate programs. The School of Law houses 10 clinics and six institutes, including the globally recognized Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution. Follow the Caruso School of Law on Facebook, X, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
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