School of Law
Your Journey Starts Here
We're a law school on the rise with a welcoming atmosphere, a commitment to providing practical legal training and the flexibility to offer you a variety of ways to earn your degree.
Decide on the J.D. Program that best fits your needs, whether it's a Traditional J.D., our Accelerated J.D. or our Online Hybrid J.D.
Top 25%
out of all law schools in full-time bar pass required and J.D. advantage positions for the Class of 2022
88%
overall bar passage rate for Class of 2023 first-time takers
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See what makes the University of Dayton School of Law a special place to earn your law degree.
Take a Virtual Tour
See what makes the University of Dayton School of Law a special place to earn your law degree.
LL.M. & M.S.L. Programs
Explore our graduate law degree programs that allow you to take classes on campus or online to earn your LL.M. or M.S.L. degree, including an M.S.L. in Government Contracting.
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Discover Dayton Law
See what our students say about their time in law school and learn more about what you can expect.
Learn moreWhat To Expect In Law School
Watch this video to hear from students about what you should know before entering law school.
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Take Classes Online
See how our Online Hybrid J.D. combines live online classes and interactive coursework with learning experiences on campus.
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Videos: Get the Best View
Don't just read about Dayton Law. Check out a few of our many videos about life at the law school and see for yourself the exciting opportunities that await.
CJ Delgado, a political science major, assists six final-year UD law students who work with clients on gender-based asylum, refugee and citizenship cases.
The University of Dayton School of Law and Air Force Research Laboratory have renewed an online program for government employees to learn how to prevent the loss of intellectual property and data rights vital to economic and national security.
See how Michele Reynolds is able to balance law classes with her role as a legislator.
See why Simeon Lyons ’19 decided to use his law degree to serve in the U.S. Army JAG Corps.
See how Chelcie Barnett’s interests in science and the law led her to the School of Law’s Hanley Sustainability Collaborative.
See how Daniel Rafferty ’22 is starting his legal career clerking for a unique court.
See how the strong connections one graduate made while at the University of Dayton School of Law helped her get exactly where she wanted to go.
Taylor Gillespie ‘20 combined the skills she learned as a rower with her passion for the law to chart a course to a job where she can make a difference.
Emma Compton '20 is using what she learned in law school to help the NFL franchise score victories off the field as well.
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See all the University of Dayton School of Law has to offer.
J.D. Programs
LL.M. & M.S.L. Programs
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Take a Look Around
See all the University of Dayton School of Law has to offer.