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University of Akron School of Law

Blended Online J.D. Program

Overview

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Full-Time or Part-Time

Part-time

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Program Length

4 years

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Campus Location

Akron, OH

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Number of Full-Time Faculty

31

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Online Instruction Style

Asynchronous only

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Total Credit Requirement

88 credits

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On-Campus Attendance Requirement

In the first two years of the program, classes are held on campus two nights per week. For the remaining years, on-campus attendance requirements vary based on course selection

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Online Credits

Up to 29 credits

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Joint Degree Programs Offered

Yes

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Term

August, January, May

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Months Students May Begin

August, January, May

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Months the Law School Confers Degrees

January and May

2024 First Year Part-Time Class LSAT

75th Percentile:

155

50th Percentile:

153

25th Percentile:

150

2024 First Year Part-Time Class GPA

75th Percentile:

3.68

50th Percentile:

3.48

25th Percentile:

3.02

Application
Deadline

March 31
November 30

Acceptance Rate

60.83%

Enrollees from Applicant Pool

138

Part-Time Students in 1st Year Class

36

Test Type Accepted

LSAT or GRE

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Estimated Tuition

$745 per credit (resident: $3,370 annual fees; non-resident: $3,470 annual fees). Estimated total: $65,560

Scholarships

Scholarships Offered

Scholarships totaling several million dollars are awarded annually. These scholarships are guaranteed for the duration of the program, provided the student remains in good standing

Application Fee

Application Fee

$0

Financial Aid Deadline

Financial Aid Deadline

March 31 and November 30

Percentage

Part-Time Students Receiving Grants

89%

Extracurriculars Offered

Law Review, Moot Court, among over 20 other organizations

Externship Possible

Yes, provided a student has successfully completed 29 credit hours and is in good standing

Student Support Offered

During the program, students will receive support from the staff of the Admissions and Financial Aid Office, Registrar’s Office, Student Affairs’ Office, Academic Affairs’ Office, and Career Services Office. Support is also provided through the Academic Success Program