THE UNIVERSITY OF AKRON SCHOOL OF LAW
Affordable
Our annual tuition & fees are just over $25,000 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.
Flexible
You can start law school in the spring, summer 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.
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
Admissions
We offer a variety of enrollment options (full time, part time, enroll in January, August or May). Plus: How to apply. Tuition and fees. Financial aid options.
Academics
See our degrees and certificates, our areas of study, international offerings, and legal-skill development opportunities.
Clinical programs
Through our clinical programs, you can build expertise in such areas as trademark, civil litigation, economic development and more.
Events
Apr
2
Meet the 1Ls Networking Reception
5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Akron Law Commons
Please RSVP to Pleshae McPhee at pmcphee@uakron.edu.
Apr
8
Federal Bar Association Networking Event
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
RSVP required to Dean O&slquo;Brien at ab139@uakron.edu.
Location TBD
Apr
9
Ninth District Court of Appeals Oral Arguments
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Brennan Courtroom
Apr
9
CSO Summer Send-Off: How to Succeed in Your Summer Job
12:10 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Akron Law Room 281
Apr
9
Buckingham Leadership Seminar & Reception
3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Brennan Courtroom
RSVP required to Dean O&slquo;Brien at ab139@uakron.edu.
Apr
11
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.
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
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.