TOP BAR PASSAGE RATE AMONG OHIO'S PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES
Akron Law: The highest bar exam passage rates among Ohio's public universities
THE UNIVERSITY OF AKRON SCHOOL OF LAW
Take advantage of a law school acclaimed for its practicality, flexibility, ideal size, affordability, and overall quality. Why Akron Law is right for you.
Greater bar exam success
Starting their first year, Akron Law students recieve full academic and bar-prep support at no cost through an innovative partnership with BARBRI.
Flexible start times
Begin law school at Akron in January, May or August. Explore flexible start times at Akron.
Top 50 rankings by U.S. News
They reflect our strength in IP law, trial advocacy, and our part-time J.D. program. Learn more.
Prospective students
Admissions
We offer a variety of enrollment options (full-time, part time, enroll in January 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, immigration, civil litigation, economic development and more.
News
Summit County's all-female bench includes seven Akron Law alumnae
The seven are Judges Alison Breaux, Christine Croce, Amy Corrigall Jones, Joy Malek Oldfield, Kathryn Michael, Susan Baker Ross and Mary Margaret Rowlands. Judge Tammy O'Brien earned her undergraduate degree from UA.
Ohio.com: Summit County’s all-female bench marks milestone with portrait
Akron Law associate dean elected to the board of the American Association of Law Libraries
Emily M. Janoski-Haehlen has been elected to the eleven-member Executive Board of the American Association of Law Libraries (AALL) for the 2019-22 term.
Mark F. Schultz named new director for Center for Intellectual Property Law and Technology
Schultz is a scholar and policy expert known for his work on the law and economics of the global intellectual property system.
Ryan T. Holte will hold a part-time faculty position as jurist-in-residence professor of law.
Washington Post: Epic legal battle brought secret drug database to light
An Akron Law alumna won a major federal case that allowed the release of national data showing the scale by which opioids were prescribed.
Events
Sept
20
Constitutional Law Conference: "The 19th Amendment at 100: From the Vote to Gender Equality." See details and register.
Oct
15
Open house for prospective students and LSAT workshop. Learn about admissions and financial aid, and tour of Akron Law's newly renovated law building. See details and register.
Nov
23
Open house for prospective students. Learn about admissions and financial aid, and tour of Akron Law's newly renovated law building. See details and register.
Visit Akron Law
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