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Take the first step toward the law career you envision. Apply to the Pettit College of Law at Ohio Northern University. Here you’ll encounter an experienced-based legal education that prepares you to hit the ground running right after graduation.

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EXCELLENCE BY THE NUMBERS

We are recognized for our unmatched value in the areas of teaching quality, affordability, and first-time bar passage rates.

  • 81% First-time bar passage rate in Ohio following a two year pandemic
  • $33,600 Lowest private law school tuition in the Great Lakes Region
  • 12:1 Our law student-to-faculty ratio is one of the lowest in the nation
  • 100% Guaranteed clinic and externship placements
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“ONU Law fosters a welcoming, yet rigorous learning environment, that challenges you as a student and leaves you yearning for more.”
Sofia McDaniel, law student
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One of the best kept secrets

A legal education that blends rigorous coursework with extensive opportunities for practical application. Professors and peers who know you by name and go above and beyond to help you succeed. Small class sizes, exceptional bar passage rates, and outstanding job placements. Discover what ONU Law can offer you.
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Tuition and Financial Aid

Looking for a top-tier legal education that won’t leave you saddled with debt? ONU Law offers the lowest tuition among private law schools in the Great Lakes Region--and that’s before scholarships and aid. Every year we provide nearly $2 million in scholarships to ONU law students.

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A guide for your journey

Law school is a big step for your future. We are here to answer your questions and assist you along the way. Reach out to one of our admissions counselors directly. We’d love to hear from  you!

 

Holly Allenbaugh, director of law admissions, 419-772-2213

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Matthew Morgan, assistant director of law admissions, 419-772-2758

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Linda Louth, law admissions coordinator, 419-772-2754

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Come see for yourself

Come experience the friendliness and quiet of our beautiful campus. We think you’ll agree that ONU is the perfect place to study law. Schedule a visit for a day that works best for you, or plan to attend our Fall Preview Day in November.

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“ONU has been a great fit for me. I’ve been able to focus on my studies, meet interesting people, and travel to new places all over Ohio.”
Evan Thorstad, law student
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Next steps after acceptance

Once you’ve been accepted into ONU Law, you become part of a close-knit community. We invite you to take advantage of all we have to offer--and enjoy! We’ll guide you through the next steps, including making a deposit and participating in our Accepted Students Day.
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DIVE DEEPER

At ONU Law, you’ll find a place that values who you are and what you want to achieve in your future legal career.


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News

ONU Law Ranked Among Best Law Schools in Country

 

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Black Law Student Association Issues Statement Regarding Use of Excessive Force in Memphis

The Black Law Student Association members at Ohio Northern University Pettit College of Law denounce the former Memphis police offic

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ONU Law ’22 graduates’ bar passage rate among strongest in the state

Ohio Northern University Law graduates who sat for the Ohio bar exam in the summer of 2022 collectively earned one of the highest pa

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Ohio Supreme Court Justice Pat DeWine to provide public presentation for ONU Law

Ada, Ohio – Ohio Supreme Court Justice Pat DeWine will offer a free, public presentation on “The Role of Justice” at Ohio Northern U

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The three “Rs”: rural, relationships and real world 

Law students thrive in Ohio State Bar Association’s Rural Practice Program

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Pair of ONU Law graduates join Army JAG Corps 

Recent ONU Law graduate Jared Sprague, JD ’22, went into law school with the goal of practicing international law.

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2nd Annual ONU Law Golf Outing to be held October 14, 2022

ONU Law is seeking sponsors and participants for the 2nd Annual Golf Outing slated for

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U.S. News & World Report releases 2023 Best Graduate Schools rankings

Ohio Northern University Pettit College of Law is pleased to announce it has maintained its strong ranking in Trial Advocacy from U.

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ONU Law alumnus promoted to Colonel, U.S. Army JAG Corps

Ryan Beery, a 2002 graduate of Ohio Northern University Pettit College of Law was recently promoted to th

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ONU Law students travel to Latin America

ONU Law students took what they learned in their Law and Justice in Latin America class and put it to goo

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ONU Law professor appointed by Ohio Supreme Court to Commission on Professionalism

The Supreme Court of Ohio has appointed Professor Melissa Kidder, Ohio Northern University Pettit College

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ONU Law names new director of faculty engagement

ONU Law has named Professor Dallan Flake as director of faculty engagement. 

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Events

  • Mar.
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    46th Annual Law Review Symposium

     

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  • Apr.
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    Carhart Lecture Explores the legal impact of Russia's invasion of Ukraine

     

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  • Apr.
    12

    Goldman Lecture to be held on Founders Day

     

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