University of Dayton School of Law
General Info
The University of Dayton School of Law, accredited by the ABA and a member of the AALS, is an integral part of the University of Dayton, a Catholic university founded by members of the Society of Mary in 1850.
Contact information
- (Website) https://www.udayton.edu/law
- (Admissions Dean) lawinfo@udayton.edu
- (Location) Dayton, OH
Dayton Law School Admissions
Dayton Law School is considered a Somewhat Competitive law school, which accepts only 59% of its applicants. Comparatively, Dayton is Higher than the average cost for law school.
| Applications | Offers | Matriculated | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class of 2028 | 636 | 371 (58.33%) | 90 (14.2%) |
| 25% | Median | 75% | |
| GPA | 2.83 | 3.04 | 3.42 |
| LSAT | 144 | 148 | 151 |
Tuition And Financial Aid
| In-State Resident | Non-Resident | |
|---|---|---|
| Full Time | $35,665 | $35,665 |
| Part Time | N/A | N/A |
Living Expenses
- Living on-campus: $17,500
- Living off-campus: $17,500
- Living at home: $17,500
Important Dates
- Early Decision 1: N/A
- Early Decision 2: N/A
- Regular Decision: N/A
- Application Fee: N/A
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Dayton Law School Community
Dayton Law School is considered to have a Favorable student to faculty ratio. The average class size for 1L sections is approximately Average compared to other law schools. Student diversity at Dayton is Below Average.
Student body
Faculty Statistics
- Full Time: 19
- Part Time: 35
Faculty
- # Female Faculty: 25
- # Minority Faculty: 10
Ratio
13.5 Students
1 Faculty
Housing Options
- On Campus Housing: Yes
- Graduate Housing: Yes
- Law Specific Housing: Yes
Dayton 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. Dayton Law School 1L section size is 44% smaller than law schools in Ohio and 106% smaller than all PRIVATE law schools.
1L Section Size Comparison
Positions Available in Advanced Courses
- Simulation Courses: 213
- Faculty Supervised Clinics: 9
Students Involved in Advanced Activities
- Field Placements: 74
- Law Journals: 65
- Moot Court/Mock Trials: 0
Attrition Rates
- First Year: 7.8%
- Second Year: 16.9%
- Third Year: 1.0%
- Fourth Year: 0.0%
Dayton Law School Employment
Deciding to attend law school requires a large financial investment with the goal of securing employment upon graduation. The Dayton Law School class of 2023 had an employment rate of 86% with 2% pursuing an additional degree.
Employment Comparison
In 2023, 100.0%% of students reported their employment status 9-months after graduation.
Type of Employment
- Law Firms: 54.0%
- Business: 20.0%
- Government: 11.0%
- Public Interest: 5.0%
- Academia: 3.0%
- Ohio: 51%
- Illinois: 6%
- Kentucky: 6%
Bar Passage Rates
- Reporting: 100.0%
- First Time Takers: 128
- Average School: 61.7%
- Average State: 80.0%
- Pass Difference: -18.3%
Top Bar Jurisdiction
- Ohio: 81.1%
- Passed: 43 of 65 (66.2%)
- State Average: 80.0%
- Difference: -15.0%