THE UNIVERSITY OF AKRON SCHOOL OF LAW

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Affordable

Our annual tuition & fees are just under $29,000 for full-time students, whether you are from Ohio or from out of state. Ninety-six percent of our most recent entering class received scholarships.

Akron Law student studying at home

Flexible

You can start law school in the spring or fall and choose between full-time or part-time. Our Blended Online part-time J.D. program makes it easier for people with other obligations to attend law school.

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Practical

At Akron Law, you will build practical skills through internships and externships, legal clinics, moot court and mock trial teams, legal research & writing courses and our professional development program.

Prospective students

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Admissions

We offer a variety of enrollment options (full time, part time, enroll in January or August). Plus: How to apply. Tuition and fees. Financial aid options.

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Clinical programs

Through our clinical programs, you can build expertise in such areas as trademark, civil litigation, economic development and more.

Events

Apr

16

Miller Becker Center Spring Lecture
Professor Charlie Geyh, Indiana University Maurer School of Law
4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Brennan Courtroom
Please RSVP to Pleshae McPhee at pmcphee@uakron.edu.

Apr

23

2026 Akron Law Outstanding Alumni Awards
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
McDowell Commons

May

15

Spring Commencement
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
EJ Thomas Hall

June

13

Prospective Student Info Session
10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
For anyone considering law school - from high school students and beyond. This event features informal mingling with faculty, staff, and current law students; an admissions and financial aid overview; a Q&A panel with current students; and student-led building tours.Register Here.

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Visit Akron Law

There are many ways to experience Akron Law; attend an open house, or join a LSAT workshop. We also offer personal visits by request.

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View the Law School academic calendar

The University of Akron, School of Law is approved by the Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar of the American Bar Association, 321 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60654, 312-988-6738.