Best Legal Studies Schools in Ohio: Online Programs (2026)

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Median Legal Studies Salary$80,840
Salary OutlookOhio offers competitive wages for legal studies professionals, reflected in the state-specific Bureau of Labor Statistics median salaries shown below.
Primary Licensing BodyOhio Professional Licensing Board
Accreditation RequiredInstitutional + Regional

Earning an online legal studies degree in Ohio offers a flexible path into legal studies careers. Ohio offers competitive wages for legal studies professionals, reflected in the state-specific Bureau of Labor Statistics median salaries shown below. Whether you’re looking for an affordable in-state option or a nationally available program, Ohio students have access to a variety of accredited online choices that balance quality and cost.


The following schools offer accredited online legal studies programs and are ranked based on affordability, graduation rates, and student outcomes in Ohio.

How We Rank Schools

Every school list on this site is ordered by the BOC Score, computed from the most recent school-level data published by the U.S. Department of Education (College Scorecard and IPEDS). To qualify, a school must be currently operating and accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Each eligible school is then scored on five measures, percentile-ranked against schools at the same credential level:

  • Graduation rate 30%
  • Median earnings, 10 years after entry 25%
  • Average net price (lower is better) 20%
  • Retention rate 15%
  • Fully online availability 10%

Schools without enough outcome data appear after ranked schools, without a score. Advertising never affects these rankings. Read the full methodology.

Ranked by BOC Score — U.S. Dept. of Education outcome data. Advertising never affects rankings.

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#1

Cedarville University

Cedarville, OH
  • 4 year
  • Offers a fully online program
66.7 BOC Score
Graduation rate 74%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $55,443
Avg net price $24,468/yr
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 87%
  • Programs offered: 74

Source:IPEDSCollege Scorecard

#2

University of Cincinnati-Main Campus

Cincinnati, OH
  • 4 year
  • Offers a fully online program
64.2 BOC Score
Graduation rate 73%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $54,810
Avg net price $25,648/yr
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 86%
  • Programs offered: 248

Source:IPEDSCollege Scorecard

#3

Ohio University-Main Campus

Athens, OH
  • 4 year
  • Offers a fully online program
63.0 BOC Score
Graduation rate 69%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $52,581
Avg net price $21,637/yr
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 83%
  • Programs offered: 217

Source:IPEDSCollege Scorecard

#4

Ohio Wesleyan University

Delaware, OH
  • 4 year
53.7 BOC Score
Graduation rate 64%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $55,624
Avg net price $20,897/yr
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 84%
  • Programs offered: 67

Source:IPEDSCollege Scorecard


Career Outlook and Salaries in Ohio

Legal Studies professionals in Ohio experience a dynamic job market with competitive wages. Below are the median annual salaries for key roles in the field, based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) data for Ohio.

OccupationMedian Annual Salary (Ohio)
Paralegal and Legal Assistant$60,420
Lawyer$131,020
Legal Secretary and Administrative Assistant$51,080

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), May 2025 Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.


Choosing a program in Ohio can provide several advantages:

  • In-State Tuition: Many public universities in Ohio offer lower tuition rates for residents, even for online programs.
  • Local Networking: Attending a school within your state can make it easier to connect with local employers and professional organizations.
  • Regional Relevance: Curriculum often incorporates data and case studies relevant to the Ohio economy and job market.


Frequently Asked Questions

The schools in our directory hold institutional accreditation from agencies recognized by the U.S. Department of Education - that is a condition of inclusion. Verify any specific school and program in the Department’s DAPIP database before enrolling.

Ohio offers competitive wages for legal studies professionals, reflected in the state-specific Bureau of Labor Statistics median salaries shown below. This makes Ohio a strong choice for students looking to maximize their ROI after graduation.

The Ohio Professional Licensing Board oversees professional standards and licensure for the field in Ohio. Most accredited programs are designed to align with their specific requirements.


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