Best law schools in Canada 2025
Discover the Times Higher Education rankings for the best law schools in Canada 2025.
This list highlights the top 18 institutions offering law degrees in Canada, helping prospective students make informed choices about their legal education.
Universities across Canada are ranked based on key factors such as teaching quality, research excellence, industry collaboration, and international outlook.
The methodology behind these rankings is developed by our in-house data team ensuring accurate, data-driven insights trusted by students, academics, and professionals worldwide.
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Top law schools in Canada 2025
| Canada Law Rank 2025 | Global Law Rank 2025 | University | Overall | Teaching | Research Environment | Research Quality | Industry | International Outlook |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 22 | University of Toronto | 74.2 | 74.6 | 85.9 | 63.2 | 61.8 | 70.7 |
| 2 | 33 | McGill University | 69.1 | 73.6 | 75.2 | 57.6 | 43.8 | 76.1 |
| 3 | 41 | University of British Columbia | 64.5 | 58.1 | 59.7 | 73.3 | 47.4 | 86.2 |
| 4 | =63 | York University | 55.3 | 53 | 47.6 | 63 | 49.5 | 70.1 |
| 5 | 69 | University of Ottawa | 54.7 | 54.6 | 50 | 57 | 53.8 | 64.5 |
| 6 | =89 | Dalhousie University | 51.1 | 42.7 | 50 | 63.2 | 17.7 | 66.2 |
| =7 | 101–125 | Queen’s University | 46.6–49.7 | 42.5 | 35.3 | 60.7 | 54.4 | 67 |
| =7 | 101–125 | Université de Montréal | 46.6–49.7 | 32.6 | 46.9 | 62 | 47.9 | 78.1 |
| =9 | 126–150 | University of Alberta | 43.6–46.5 | 31.6 | 32.3 | 72.7 | 61.2 | 53.6 |
| =9 | 126–150 | University of Victoria | 43.6–46.5 | 31.2 | 32.4 | 67.9 | 20.9 | 68.3 |
| =11 | 151–175 | Université du Québec | 41.4–43.5 | 34.5 | 35.3 | 55.7 | 17.7 | 58 |
| =11 | 151–175 | Western University | 41.4–43.5 | 28.4 | 26.2 | 69.2 | 48.1 | 62.7 |
| 13 | 176–200 | Université Laval | 39.8–41.3 | 24.3 | 35.4 | 59.6 | 39.8 | 71.5 |
| =14 | 201–250 | Toronto Metropolitan University | 36.7–39.7 | 24.6 | 22.8 | 71.1 | 17.7 | 49.3 |
| =14 | 201–250 | University of Calgary | 36.7–39.7 | 32.4 | 21.6 | 57.7 | 63.5 | 57.6 |
| =16 | 251–300 | Carleton University | 32.8–36.6 | 15.6 | 22.6 | 60.8 | 61.1 | 69.7 |
| =16 | 251–300 | University of Saskatchewan | 32.8–36.6 | 29.5 | 23.9 | 58.8 | 36.8 | 39.5 |
| 18 | 301+ | Ontario Tech University | 17.0–32.7 | 14.9 | 20 | 60.9 | 17.7 | 63.1 |
Key Insights into the Best Law Schools in Canada
· York University moved from sixth place in 2024 to fourth place in 2025.
· Dalhousie University climbed from seventh to sixth, improving its teaching and international outlook scores.
· Université de Montréal dropped from fifth place in 2024 to seventh place in 2025, despite maintaining strong international recognition.
· Queen’s University moved into the top seven, tying with Université de Montréal.
· Toronto Metropolitan University entered the rankings in 14th place as a new addition to Canada's best law schools.
Choosing the Right University in Canada for Law
Selecting a good law school in Canada requires careful consideration of multiple factors. The Times Higher Education rankings are based on five core pillars:
1. Research Environment – The reputation and productivity of research
2. Teaching Quality – Faculty expertise, student engagement, and learning resources.
3. Research Quality – Influence of published legal research in the field.
4. Industry Collaboration – Links with the legal profession and practical opportunities.
5. International Outlook – Global partnerships, diversity, and academic exchange.
The table for the best law schools in Canada was derived from data collected from the THE Subject Rankings: Law. For more insights and a detailed breakdown of our ranking methodology, visit our methodology page.
