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LIFE AT CAPITAL LAW

Feel at home in a passionate community of future law professionals.

Opportunity Begins Here.

At Capital Law, you’ll find opportunity everywhere. Hone your oral advocacy skills and put them to the test in Capital's moot court teams. Expand your writing and editing by contributing to the Capital University Law Review. Spend your weekends cheering on the Columbus Crew, Columbus Blue Jackets, or the Columbus Clippers. Or unwind with classmates at one of the 100+ restaurants in the heart of downtown Columbus.

Our students come to Columbus from 19+ states and 64+ undergraduate schools and each brings their own unique experiences – and leaves a mark on our community. From professional networking and community engagement to a celebrated food scene and live music, sports and entertainment, you’ll find plenty to do in the fastest-growing city in the Midwest.

WHEN YOU’RE AT CAPITAL LAW – YOU BELONG

Diversity, equity and inclusion are essential to Capital University’s mission of transforming lives through higher education.

At Capital Law, our community:

  • Values and creates a welcoming and supportive environment that honors and engages the many aspects of diversity and dignity for all.
  • Intentionally seeks to attract, nurture and retain diverse students, faculty and staff.
  • Fosters acceptance, respect and appreciation of all persons regardless of background as vital elements of our university community.
  • Celebrates our commonalities and unique differences and asserts that diversity broadens learning, stimulates creativity and promotes the exchange of ideas.

The Office of Diversity & Inclusion at Capital University Law School works with all students, faculty and staff to raise awareness and appreciation of diversity and promote the benefits of community service.

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Classmates and future colleagues enrolled at Capital Law.

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Opportunities to get involved and give back through student organizations and community outreach

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Students live within 5 miles of Capital Law, making our campus a vibrant hub

Make Your Home at Capital

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Housing

Whether you’re looking for a bustling downtown location or quiet, tree-lined streets, Columbus has a neighborhood for you. Many Capital Law students choose to live close to campus to make the most of its downtown location. Wherever you choose to live, Columbus is the kind of city where it doesn’t take long to feel at home.

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Student Organizations

From political groups to affinity organizations, there's something for everyone at Capital Law. Meet classmates who share your interest in sports, entertainment, environmental, corporate, intellectual property and criminal law and begin building your network from day one.

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Our Campus

Situated in downtown Columbus, Capital Law is easy to reach by car or public transportation. In our six-floor campus, you’ll find spaces to learn, study and connect. Wireless internet flows throughout so that you can make the most of your downtime.

Find Something New on Every Block

Whether it’s ballet, baseball, or breweries– Ohio’s capital is home to some of the best. Columbus, the 14th-largest city in the United States, is recognized as one of the most welcoming cities in the country – and one of the most diverse.

Not only is our campus located in the heart of the Ohio legal community–it is also blocks away from some of the City's best colleges, libraries and museums. With so much to do and see nearby, Columbus is the perfect place to begin your legal education.

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