Online Hybrid Learning Experience

As a student in the Online Hybrid J.D. program, you’ll experience the richness of our supportive community through a combination of online and in-person experiences. You will be fully connected to the University of Dayton School of Law as you pursue your J.D. degree.

Discuss and debate cases and policies in depth during live, online classes

The online platform puts you face-to-face with peers and faculty, allowing you to fully experience the Socratic method, engage in collaborative learning with your classmates and receive instant feedback.

Deepen your understanding during on-campus learning sessions

With our online hybrid approach, you’ll visit the University of Dayton 4 times while enrolled to network with faculty and students in person and participate in orientation, experiential learning and bar preparation.

Engage through hands-on coursework that challenges you to connect what you know with what you need to know

You’ll have 24/7 access to interactive video classes, readings and other resources that build your knowledge of key legal doctrines.

Build your skills with co-curricular activities

As a student in our online hybrid program, you may have the opportunity to join our Mock Trial and Moot Court teams as well as our Law Review.

Postgraduate LL.M. Degree Program

We offer all Online Hybrid J.D. program graduates the chance to earn a Master of Laws (LL.M.) at no additional cost. The LL.M. degree program offers you the opportunity to take in-person courses with our residential students and explore additional areas of the law that may interest you.

Enter with advanced standing

Online Hybrid J.D. program graduates qualify for a variety of credit waivers and transfers, meaning they may only need to complete 12 credits total.

Keep learning at no extra cost

As part of our mission to support your long-term growth as an attorney, we’ve made this program free for Online Hybrid J.D. program graduates.

Choose from among any of our upper-level electives:

We regularly offer courses on subject areas such as:.

• Environmental Law
• Disability Law
• Sports & the Law
• Entertainment Law
• Health Care Law

Eligibility requirements

Academic: You’ve earned a J.D.

Pacing: You have two years after graduation to enroll in courses with no additional tuition charge 

Location: Your options are primarily in-person on campus, but some courses may be available online