J.D. Costs : University of Dayton, Ohio

Tuition and Living Expenses

The University of Dayton School of Law charges tuition per credit hour rather than per academic year. The cost per credit hour for the Traditional program is $1,410 for the 2026-2027 academic year. For the Online Hybrid J.D. program the cost per credit hour is $1,500 for the 2026-2027 academic year.

To encourage you to devote your full attention to the rigors of the first year of law school, UDSL policy prohibits employment during the first year with the exception of holiday and summer breaks (This policy does not apply to Online Hybrid students). After your first year, you may pursue part-time employment to help with tuition and other costs.

J.D. Costs & Budget

Traditional J.D.

Traditional J.D. Costs and Budget for Fall 2026-Spring 2027
Tuition* $1,410 per credit hour	$40,890
University Fee	$230
Student Success Fee	$376
Total Direct Costs	$41,496
*Tuition is based on the typical 1st year schedule of 14 hours Fall and 15 hours Spring.

The Office of Financial Aid establishes annual student budgets to reflect a realistic cost of attendance. These budgets include both your direct (billable) costs, above, and those non-billable costs associated most commonly with law school. We then use this budget to determine your eligibility for financial aid.

Per federal regulation, the combination of financial assistance received by the student from all sources cannot exceed the established student budget.

Sample Student Budgets for those Taking Federal Loans in Fall 2026-Spring 2027
Sample Student Budget for First Year Students 2026/27
Tuition & Fees (average of 15 credit hours per sem) *First year students will actually take 14 hours Fall, 15 hours Spring for total tuition & fees costs of $41,496	$42,906
Books & Supplies	$1,500
Living Allowance	$17,453
Transportation	$2,157
Loan Processing Fees*	$215
Graduate Health and Wellness Allowance	$600
Total Cost of Attendance	$64,831
Sample Student Budget for Upper Level 2026/27
Tuition & Fees (average of 14 credit hours per sem)	$40,086
Books & Supplies	$1,500
Living Allowance	$17,453
Transportation	$2,157
Average Loan Processing Fees*	$215
Average Professional Licensure Fees**	$700
Graduate Health & Wellness Allowance	$600
Total Cost of Attendance	$62,711

*Average Loan Processing Fees include the average origination fee associated with all Federal loans.

**Average Professional Licensure Fee includes cost associated with the Bar Exam.

Online Hybrid J.D.

**Direct Costs Fall 2026, Spring 2027** and Summer 2027
Tuition* $1,500 per credit hour	$30,000
University Fees**	$275
Student Success Fee	$375
Total Direct Costs	$30,650
*Tuition is based on the typical 1st year schedule of 6 hours Fall, 7 hours Spring, 7 hours Summer (20 credits total)
**University Fees include Get Real Intensive fee, which is charged only in Fall semester

The Office of Financial Aid establishes annual student budgets to reflect a realistic cost of attendance. These budgets include both your direct (billable) costs, above, and those non-billable costs associated most commonly with law school. We then use this budget to determine your eligibility for financial aid.

Per federal regulation, the combination of financial assistance received by the student from all sources cannot exceed the established student budget.

Sample Student Budgets for 2026/27 for those taking Federal Loans
Sample Student Budget for First Year Students 2026/27
Tuition & Fees (average of 7 credit hours per sem) *First year students will actually take 6 hours Fall, 7 hours Spring, 7 hours Summer for total tuition & fees costs of $30,650	$32,150
Books & Supplies	$1,200
Living Allowance	$13,089
Loan Processing Fees*	$215
Total Cost of Attendance	$46,654
Sample Student Budget for Upper Level 2026/27
Tuition & Fees (average of 9 credit hours per semester for Fall, Spring & Summer)	$41,150
Books & Supplies	$1,200
Living Allowance	$13,089
Average Loan Processing Fees*	$215
Average Professional Licensure Fees**	$600
Total Cost of Attendance	$56,254

*Average Loan Processing Fees include the average origination fee associated with all Federal loans.

**Average Professional Licensure Fee includes cost associated with the Bar Exam.

Other Program Costs

Online LL.M. Costs

On Campus LL.M. Costs

Government Contracting M.S.L. Costs

General M.S.L. Costs