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Sound investment. Lifetime of value.
Earning your law degree is likely one of the biggest and most rewarding investments you’ll make in your lifetime. Think you can’t afford a legal education? Think again. Attending ONU Law is comparable to a public university for many students. Our tuition rates are the lowest in the Great Lakes Region among private law schools, giving you less debt upon graduation. We’re committed to helping you with personalized assistance in the admissions and financial aid process. Learn More
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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. Student-centered programs focus on the connection between doctrine and practice in a way that immerses students. Our faculty is committed to developing your legal and analytical skills, and they'll do so by opening their doors and engaging one-on-one. Professors are supportive and deeply engaged, not only in your school success but also in your career success. Learn More
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A system for success.
We’ve been devoted to preparing students for legal practice for 135 years, and our commitment to strong graduate outcomes remains unchanged. Students 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. Following the July 2019 exam, ONU Law ranked first among Ohio's nine law schools for first-time bar passage, and ONU Law had a 100 percent passage rate in 11 jurisdictions. Learn More
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By the numbers

There are lots of things we want you to know about Ohio Northern, but here are a few to get you started.

  • 100% Bar Passage Rate - 1st in Ohio
  • 12 Guaranteed clinical and externship placements
  • 5,313 Living alumni span all 50 U.S. states and abroad
  • 6:1 Student-Faculty Ratio

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Bob Cupp’s election as Speaker of Ohio House continues ONU tradition of public service

In continuing the University’s legacy of graduates who make an impact on the larger community, Ohio Northern University alumni conti

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ONU Law named one of the best law schools for public service

Ohio Northern University Pettit College of Law was recognized by preLaw magazine as one of the “Best Schools for Public Service,” sp

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ONU Law ranks first in state with a 100 percent bar passage rate

Following the July 2019 bar exam, Ohio Northern University Pettit College of Law ranks first among nine Ohio law schools for first-t

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A Message from the Dean

To all members of the ONU Law community:

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ONU Law to resume in-person education this fall

Ohio Northern University will resume in-person, residential education this fall.

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I think the number one strength of ONU Law is our strong sense of community. Our school creates a place where everyone can feel like they belong and can depend on one another.
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STUDENT STORIES

Ohio Northern offers students an opportunity to grow and develop as a person - both in and out of the classroom. Hitting the books is job number one, followed by adventures and experiences that take students to places they never expected. Learn more about the journeys others have taken and consider what you might be able to do at ONU too!

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Small university, huge impact.

We’ve been devoted to preparing students for legal practice for 135 years, and ONU Law has a rich history of academic excellence. While the world and our college have evolved since our school was founded in 1885, our commitment to strong graduate outcomes remains unchanged.
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