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University of Michigan Law School
Rankings History (2016-2025)
#9Current Ranking
+210-Year Change
Year-by-Year Rankings
#11
2016#10
2017+1#9
2018+1#8
2019+1#9
2020-1#10
2021-1#9
2022+1#10
2023-1#9
2024+1#9
2025| Year | Ranking | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | #11 | -- |
| 2017 | #10 | +1 |
| 2018 | #9 | +1 |
| 2019 | #8 | +1 |
| 2020 | #9 | -1 |
| 2021 | #10 | -1 |
| 2022 | #9 | +1 |
| 2023 | #10 | -1 |
| 2024 | #9 | +1 |
| 2025 | #9 | -- |
Ranking Analysis
Michigan Law has climbed from #11 to #9 over the past decade, reflecting steady improvements in employment outcomes and faculty scholarship. As a top public law school, Michigan offers excellent value and is known for its collaborative student body and strong alumni network across all major legal markets.
Notable Changes
- Rose from #11 in 2016 to #9 by 2025
- Briefly reached #8 in 2019, matching its highest ranking in a decade
- Strengthened corporate law curriculum and BigLaw placement rates throughout the period