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WELCOME

THE UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDO COLLEGE OF LAW

Amber Chuhy, J.D. Saturday, April 4, 2020

WHERE'S THE LAW SCHOOL ON THE UTOLEDO CAMPUS?

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Law Center Classrooms Legal Clinics Cubbon Courtroom LaValley Law Library Forum McQuade Law Auditorium SLK Lounge Patio

TELL ME MORE ABOUT YOUR ACADEMIC PROGRAM.

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COURSE OF STUDY OPTIONS

Full-time J.D. – 3 years Part-time J.D. – 4 years / flexible day or evening Two-Year J.D. – only for lawyers trained outside U.S. 3+3 Program – 6 years for bachelor's degree + J.D. January and August start dates!

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FIRST-YEAR COURSES

For full- and part-time J.D., you only need 89 credit hours to graduate. Required first-year courses provide a strong foundation in core legal subjects.

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• Civil Procedure I
• Constitutional Law I
• Contracts I & II
• Criminal Law
• Lawyering Skills I & II
• Property I & II
• Torts

SAMPLE 1L SCHEDULE

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UPPER-LEVEL COURSES

Required upper-level courses provide a deeper understanding of legal subjects and hands-on experience. Select from a broad range of electives, including substantive law courses, legal clinics, and flex courses.

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• Civil Procedure II
• Constitutional Law II
• Evidence
• Legal Ethics
• Experiential Learning Requirement
• Upper-Level Writing Requirement

OPTIONS TO HELP YOU ACHIEVE YOUR CAREER GOALS.

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CERTIFICATES OF CONCENTRATION IN LEGAL SPECIALTIES

• Criminal Law
• Environmental Law
• Intellectual Property Law
• International Law
• Labor & Employment Law

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JOINT DEGREES

• Business + Law (J.D./M.B.A.) – master of business administration
• Criminal Justice + Law (J.D./M.A.C.J.) – master of arts in criminal justice
• Engineering + Law (J.D./M.S.E.) – master of science in engineering
• Medicine + Law (J.D./M.D.) – doctor of medicine
• Public Administration + Law (J.D./M.P.A.) – master of public administration
• Public Health + Law (J.D./M.P.H.) – master of public health
• OR customize your joint degree program!

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My favorite Toledo Law moment was arguing in front of federal judges as a finalist in the Fornoff Appellate Advocacy Competition during my 2L year.

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HANDS-ON LEARNING EXPERIENCE

• Civil Advocacy Clinic
• Corporate Counsel Externship
• Mediation Externship
• Public Service Externship
• Tax Controversy Clinic
• Simulation Courses

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GET INVOLVED

• Law Review
• Moot Court
• Mock Trial
• Public Interest & Service
• 24 student organizations

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WE'RE A SCHOOL DEDICATED TO HELP YOU SUCCEED.

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CAREER SERVICES

• Professional Development Program & Mentorship
• Resume/cover letter review and editing
• Individual career counseling
• On-campus interviews and resume collection programs
• Practice area programs and roundtables
• Mock interviews with attorneys and judges

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GO ANYWHERE

Toledo Law alumni work in diverse fields.

• Law
• Business
• Government/Nonprofits
• Health Care
• Academia

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SUPPORTIVE FACULTY

• Faculty are leading scholars who

embrace open door policy

• Low student-to-faculty ratio offers

personal interaction

• Rated #1 by Princeton Review

for most accessible professors in Ohio, Michigan, Indiana

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RESOURCES TO PROMOTE SUCCESS

• Academic Support Program
• Bar Passage Program
• LaValley Law Library
• Military Service Center
• Student Disability Services
• University Counseling Center

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Everyone is willing to help you. We have an amazing group

• f professors. At Toledo Law,

you never feel alone; we are all in this together.

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FUNDING YOUR LEGAL EDUCATION.

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TUITION & COST OF LIVING

• Lowest tuition among law schools in Ohio, Michigan, and Indiana
• In-state tuition rates for veterans, Ohio high school graduates,

and Michigan/Indiana residents

• Lowest cost of living in the region

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SCHOLARSHIPS

• Over $1M in entering student scholarships
• Michigan/Indiana resident scholarships that guarantee

in-state tuition rates

• Non-conditional scholarships
• Full- and partial-tuition scholarships for highly qualified students
• No separate application

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FINANCIAL AID

• Complete FAFSA to apply for federal student aid
• Loan Options
• Direct Unsubsidized Loan (federal) – Up to $20,500 per academic year
• Direct Grad PLUS Loan (federal) – Up to cost of attendance
• Alternative loans (private)
• Federal Work-Study starting 2L year

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[College staff] all work to make

• ur experience here at UToledo

as easy as possible, providing us resources and a wonderful environment to learn.

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• Eli Boldt, 3L

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WHAT'S LIFE LIKE IN TOLEDO, OHIO?

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BIG CITY / SMALL TOWN

• Fourth largest city in Ohio – western shore of Lake Erie
• Known as "Glass City"
• Cultural amenities of big city
• Museums, theatres, sports teams, entertainment,

restaurants, shopping, and vibrant parks system

• Direct access to downtown courthouses and firms
• Close-knit feel of small town
• Short commutes and diverse, friendly neighborhoods

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NEXT STEPS FOR PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS.

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VIRTUAL MOCK LSAT

Saturday, April 18 11 a.m. to noon Register today for a dynamic session with Toledo Law Professor Kara Bruce. Learn tips and tricks before you take a digital practice test.

utoledo.edu/law/admissions/mocklsat

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APPLY FOR FALL 2020

• Start classes this August
• Application deadline: Aug. 1, 2020
• LSAT accepted: June 2020 or earlier

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APPLY FOR SPRING OR FALL 2021

• Start classes next year in January or August
• Online applications open Sep. 15, 2020
• Application deadlines
• Nov. 15, 2020 for spring start
• Aug. 1, 2021 for fall start
• LSAT accepted:
• October 2020 or earlier for spring start
• June 2021 or earlier for fall start

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HOW TO APPLY

• LSAC application
• Credential Assembly Service (CAS) report
• LSAT score
• Transcripts
• Letters of Recommendation
• Personal Statement
• Resume

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NEXT STEPS FOR ADMITTED STUDENTS.

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CONGRATULATIONS

• Pay seat deposit by April 15
• Submit FAFSA
• Send final transcripts
• Orientation/registration packets

to be mailed in early June

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DO YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS?

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THANK YOU

Amber Chuhy, J.D. Saturday, April 4, 2020

utoledo.edu/law/admissions 419.530.4131 or law.admissions@utoledo.edu