Earn Your Law Degree at ONU Law
Embark on a Journey of Academic Excellence and Professional Achievement
If you are looking to pursue a career in law, Ohio Northern University Pettit College of Law can help you achieve your goals. Our school is dedicated to preparing the next generation of lawyers for a successful and fulfilling career in the field. We have been devoted to preparing students for legal practice for 140 years, so when you join our community, you are joining a community dedicated to academic excellence.
At ONU Law, we are dedicated to making your education work for you, so we also offer a fully online JD law degree program that is ABA accredited . You will receive the same high-quality education no matter where you are learning from.
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Excellence by the Numbers
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Education within your reach
$35,250
Lowest private law school tuition in the Great Lakes Region
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Experiential Learning
2,000
Hours working on client cases for the ONU Legal Clinic
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Success Rate
83%
Two-year Ultimate Bar Passage Rate
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Focused Learning
12:1
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
Excellence by the Numbers
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Competitive Excellence
NO. 24
Best law school according to The Princeton Review
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Practical Impact
100%
Placement in clinics and externships
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Curricular Diversity
100+
Courses that include skills courses and intensive topic courses
If you’re looking for a place that cares about you, and wants you to succeed personally and professionally, then you should pick ONU Law.
— Nick Williams, Law Student
The Legal Clinic provided me with the opportunity to develop my counseling, writing and advocacy skills in a practical, real-world setting under the guidance of experienced faculty members who genuinely care about my success as a future attorney.
— Dalton Stewart, Law Student
Excellent Benefits of Joining ONU
Education of Value
Sound investment. Lifetime of value.
One hundred percent of our ONU Law students are guaranteed scholarships, no conditions attached. We do not want cost to be what stops you from pursuing your legal education. It will be one of your best investments, but it should not cost a fortune to get your graduate degree. Our tuition rates are the lowest in the Great Lakes Region among private law schools, giving you less debt upon graduation. We are also committed to helping you with personalized assistance in the admissions and financial aid process.
Student-Centered Programs
Personalize your pursuit of a legal education.
Our community supports you in every step of your journey from law student to practicing member of the legal profession. You will have access to dedicated faculty who are committed to developing your legal and analytical skills through personal engagement beyond the classroom setting. We are focused on your needs and aim to not only support you in your educational journey but through your career as well.
Practice-Ready Graduates
A system for success.
We have been committed to developing practice-ready graduates for 140 years, and that determination continues with you. You will receive guaranteed clinical and externship opportunities to develop real-world skills before entering into practice. Our strong academic support program prepares graduates for success on the bar exam – not only in Ohio but across the country.
Financial Accessibility
Make a wise investment in your future.
Your education is the next step in developing your future. It is an investment, but a worthwhile one, and at ONU Law, it is an affordable one too. Here, you will not only receive an affordable degree with reasonable tuition and financial assistance, but you will also find superior practical skills training, with a close-knit community, individual attention and a history of strong graduate outcomes.
Get Involved
Even as an online student, you will still be a member of the ONU Law community. You have access to the same opportunities as the students on campus. One of the ways we foster that sense of community is by giving students the chance to join, participate and lead student organizations in areas across legal disciplines. With over 20 organizations to choose from, it is easy to find a place to make connections and spark your passion.
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Law Clinics and Externships
You will receive hands-on learning that adds value to your degree by providing real-world experiences and mentors. We offer guaranteed placement that is flexible and molded to fit your career aspirations.
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Academic Bar Success
In your first year on campus, you will be assigned a faculty advisor and an upperclassman peer mentor. You will also have access to our full-time academic support team. We meet you where you currently are, in a safe and encouraging environment to help find the best ways to help you succeed.
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Student Organizations
ONU Law is a close-knit community, and with over 20 student-led organizations to choose from, you will find the perfect spot. These organizations can help you find your passions, grow your network and de-stress from your studies.
Where You Could End Up
Externships Lead to Opportunity
Our students complete their externships in a number of fields, such as bankruptcy, environmental, governmental, judicial, non-profit and public interest, prosecution or public defender placement. Each student has their experience tailored to their individual interests and needs.
Traditional Meets Innovation
We are dedicated to providing you a high-quality education no matter where you are. We want to provide an opportunity for students who cannot attend classes in person to take the next step in their professional life. Students come from all different backgrounds with a variety of interests, so we offer a tailored experience that is personal to each student’s interests and leaves them well prepared for their future in law.
1 of only 6 fully online J.D. Programs
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Excellent Benefits of Joining ONU
Education of Value
Sound investment. Lifetime of value.
One hundred percent of our ONU Law students are guaranteed scholarships, no conditions attached. We do not want cost to be what stops you from pursuing your legal education. It will be one of your best investments, but it should not cost a fortune to get your graduate degree. Our tuition rates are the lowest in the Great Lakes Region among private law schools, giving you less debt upon graduation. We are also committed to helping you with personalized assistance in the admissions and financial aid process.
Student-Centered Programs
Personalize your pursuit of a legal education.
Our community supports you in every step of your journey from law student to practicing member of the legal profession. You will have access to dedicated faculty who are committed to developing your legal and analytical skills through personal engagement beyond the classroom setting. We are focused on your needs and aim to not only support you in your educational journey but through your career as well.
Practice-Ready Graduates
A system for success.
We have been committed to developing practice-ready graduates for 140 years, and that determination continues with you. You will receive guaranteed clinical and externship opportunities to develop real-world skills before entering into practice. Our strong academic support program prepares graduates for success on the bar exam – not only in Ohio but across the country.
Financial Accessibility
Make a wise investment in your future.
Your education is the next step in developing your future. It is an investment, but a worthwhile one, and at ONU Law, it is an affordable one too. Here, you will not only receive an affordable degree with reasonable tuition and financial assistance, but you will also find superior practical skills training, with a close-knit community, individual attention and a history of strong graduate outcomes.
Get Involved
Even as an online student, you will still be a member of the ONU Law community. You have access to the same opportunities as the students on campus. One of the ways we foster that sense of community is by giving students the chance to join, participate and lead student organizations in areas across legal disciplines. With over 20 organizations to choose from, it is easy to find a place to make connections and spark your passion.
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Law Clinics and Externships
You will receive hands-on learning that adds value to your degree by providing real-world experiences and mentors. We offer guaranteed placement that is flexible and molded to fit your career aspirations.
-
Academic Bar Success
In your first year on campus, you will be assigned a faculty advisor and an upperclassman peer mentor. You will also have access to our full-time academic support team. We meet you where you currently are, in a safe and encouraging environment to help find the best ways to help you succeed.
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Student Organizations
ONU Law is a close-knit community, and with over 20 student-led organizations to choose from, you will find the perfect spot. These organizations can help you find your passions, grow your network and de-stress from your studies.
Ready to earn your ONU Law degree?
We encourage you to submit your application today to get started on your rewarding ONU Law degree. When you apply, you will receive a holistic admissions review process, along with these benefits:
- No application fee
- Automatic scholarship consideration
- An admissions decision for our in-person/residential program in approximately two weeks and our online program in four weeks
Have Questions?
Our admissions team is behind you every step of the way. Feel free to give us a call or send us an email if you need additional guidance.