The Power to Do
Growing up in inner-city Cleveland, first-year law student Darriontae Stewart saw how cycles of poverty, violence and incarceration can shape a community. He found his path to Toledo Law after a routine traffic stop turned into a life-changing mentorship with a U.S. District Court Judge.
Read His Story
“I want to be part of the solution. Making sure that the law is working properly
is very important. Because if we want change, we have to be the ones in those positions
of power.”
— Darriontae Stewart
Toledo Law is a top school in the nation for practical training, public service, and the greatest resources for women. You'll get access to the vibrant cultural amenities of a big city with the close-knit feel of a small community. Explore our Transcript alumni magazine to read about our incredible alumni network and its global impact. Continue your discovery with our Viewbook, which offers a guide to life at the college. Learn why more students are choosing Toledo Law.
LEGAL CAREER PATHWAYS
Not every law student has the same needs. Our flexible J.D. program can be tailored to your goals and timetable. We offer full- and part-time options, and certificates of concentration in diverse legal areas.
J.D. ProgramJOINT DEGREES
Toledo Law collaborates with other UToledo colleges to offer J.D. joint degree programs that allow you to earn two graduate degrees at a faster pace, most in as little as three to four years. You can select from a variety of options or customize your own degree.
Joint DegreesACADEMIC/BAR SUPPORT
Toledo Law provides resources to ensure your success in the classroom and on the bar exam. We'll prepare you as a first-year student for the demands of law school and help you pass the bar exam with access to mentoring and comprehensive bar review.
Success Programs27,000+
Student Public
Service Hours
Since 2007
153
Median LSAT for
Entering Class
Entering Class 2025
3.53
Median GPA for
Entering Class
Entering Class 2025
$18,000
Median First-Year
Merit Scholarship
Entering Class 2025
HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE
In today's competitive market, real-world experience is critical. At Toledo Law, 100% of our students participate in a clinic, externship, or simulation course before graduation. We also offer robust appellate and trial advocacy programs to further perfect your skills.
Experiential LearningSTUDENT LIFE
At Toledo Law, lawyering skills and professionalism are emphasized from day one. Individualize your student experience by participating in activities and student groups that promote collaboration through social, educational, and service opportunities.
Student LifeSTUDENT RESOURCES
Toledo Law is committed to providing our students with all of the resources needed to succeed in law school. There are additional UToledo campus resources and supports to which our students also have access.
Student ResourcesIN THE MEDIA
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Can the Ten Commandments be Posted in Texas Classrooms? A Major Federal Court Will
Decide.
Houston Chronicle, Expert: Paul Finkelman
Legal Issues for Skelton Prosecution
13ABC, Expert: David Harold
Film, Lecture at UT to Address Homelessness
Toledo Blade
Embracing AI and the Unknown in Legal Education
TBA News, Expert: Candice Kline
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Meet Julie Perez, 2L
Julie Perez is a first-generation student who is not afraid to face failure. Growing up in Dayton, Perez was raised by parents who did not attend high school, let alone have any experience with higher education. She aspired to become a lawyer, but being a first-generation student was not the only obstacle she faced. Read News Story
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Meet Clif Porter, '24 and Noah Woods, '24
College of Law alums, Clifton Porter ’24 and Noah Woods ’24, have their eyes wide open and make a daily choice to not look away from the most vulnerable and least powerful members of our society. Read News Story
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Meet Stacey Alphonse, '25
Drawn to UToledo's tight-knit community, Stacey Alphonse graduated in 2025 with her juris doctor. While at UToledo, Stacey served as president of the Student Bar Association, was co-captain of the Mock Trial Team, and was an articles editor for The University of Toledo Law Review. Read News Story