The University of Texas School of Law (Texas Law) is an ABA-certified American law school located on the campus of The University of Texas at Austin. The law school has been in operation since the founding of the University in 1883. Texas Law offers both Juris Doctor and Master of Laws degrees. It also offers dual degree programs with the JD, such as an MBA, MPA, and PhD. In 2017 the law school was ranked No. 14 in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, No. 12 by Above the Law, and No. 13 by Start Class.