Akron Law School
General Info
The University of Akron is an institution of higher learning located in Akron, Ohio. It was founded in 1870 as a small college affiliated with the Universalist Church. In 1913 ownership was transferred to the City of Akron due to financial problems. In 1967 the university became a state institution.
Contact information
- (Website) https://www.uakron.edu/law
- (Admissions Dean) lawadmissions@uakron.edu
- (Location) Akron, OH
Akron Law School Admissions
Akron Law School is considered a Somewhat Competitive law school, which accepts only 64% of its applicants. Comparatively, Akron is Lower than the average cost for law school.
| Applications | Offers | Matriculated | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class of 2028 | 1051 | 664 (63.18%) | 146 (13.9%) |
| 25% | Median | 75% | |
| GPA | 2.88 | 3.25 | 3.56 |
| LSAT | 147 | 152 | 154 |
Tuition And Financial Aid
| In-State Resident | Non-Resident | |
|---|---|---|
| Full Time | $24,452 | $24,552 |
| Part Time | $14,968 | $15,068 |
Living Expenses
- Living on-campus: $17,100
- Living off-campus: $17,100
- Living at home: $5,000
Important Dates
- Early Decision 1: N/A
- Early Decision 2: N/A
- Regular Decision: N/A
- Application Fee: N/A
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Akron Law School Community
Akron Law School is considered to have a Somewhat Favorable student to faculty ratio. The average class size for 1L sections is approximately Above Average compared to other law schools. Student diversity at Akron is Below Average.
Student body
Faculty Statistics
- Full Time: 28
- Part Time: 23
Faculty
- # Female Faculty: 19
- # Minority Faculty: 8
Ratio
15.4 Students
1 Faculty
Housing Options
- On Campus Housing: Yes
- Graduate Housing: Yes
- Law Specific Housing: No
Akron Law School Curriculum
The size of 1L sections affects the quality and consistency of teaching in law schools. Generally with smaller 1L section sizes, students receive more individualized attention. Akron Law School 1L section size is 1% larger than law schools in Ohio and 28% smaller than all PUBLIC law schools.
1L Section Size Comparison
Positions Available in Advanced Courses
- Simulation Courses: 570
- Faculty Supervised Clinics: 420
Students Involved in Advanced Activities
- Field Placements: 79
- Law Journals: 98
- Moot Court/Mock Trials: 0
Attrition Rates
- First Year: 10.8%
- Second Year: 2.3%
- Third Year: 1.4%
- Fourth Year: 0.0%
Akron Law School Employment
Deciding to attend law school requires a large financial investment with the goal of securing employment upon graduation. The Akron Law School class of 2023 had an employment rate of 90% with 1% pursuing an additional degree.
Employment Comparison
In 2023, 88.4%% of students reported their employment status 9-months after graduation.
Type of Employment
- Law Firms: 39.0%
- Business: 28.0%
- Government: 23.0%
- Public Interest: 3.0%
- Academia: 2.0%
- Ohio: 79%
- Texas: 3%
- Illinois: 2%
Bar Passage Rates
- Reporting: 88.4%
- First Time Takers: 138
- Average School: 84.4%
- Average State: 80.7%
- Pass Difference: 3.7%
Top Bar Jurisdiction
- Ohio: 81.1%
- Passed: 92 of 110 (83.6%)
- State Average: 80.7%
- Difference: 2.5%