<p>The size of its alumni network, its international reputation, access to other top tier schools (HMS, HBS, KSG, etc.). In USNews’ most recent ranking, HLS was given 4.9 by peers and 4.8 by lawyers/judges. YLS and SLS were given 4.8 by peers and 4.7 by lawyers/judges. The fact that YLS and SLS are better in certain other areas makes HYS on par with each other, similar to how HBS and Stanford GSB are on par.</p>