by our College Data Analytics TeamThere was only one school in California to review for the 2025 Best Legal Research Schools in California ranking.
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Although we recommend filtering by degree level first, you can view the list below to see which schools give the educational experience for the legal research degree levels they offer.
University of California - Berkeley is a good choice for students pursuing a degree in legal research. Located in the city of Berkeley, UC Berkeley is a public university with a fairly large student population.
Students who graduate with their degree from the legal research program report average early career earnings of $60,003.
More information about a degree in legal research from University of California - BerkeleyExplore all the Best Legal Research Colleges in the Far Western US Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 300 | 108 |
| Oregon | 266 | 26 |
| Nevada | 192 | 8 |
| Hawaii | 164 | 7 |
Legal Research is one of 4 different types of Legal Professions programs to choose from.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Law | 4,252 |
| Legal Support Services | 1,687 |
| Non-Professional General Legal Studies | 729 |
| Legal Professions (Other) | 482 |
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