I applied with a 170 at first then raised to a 172 during the cycle. My advice: apply broadly and apply early (before Thanksgiving: perfect). As soon as I got the 170, I knew I was applying everywhere with that and riding with it even if I didnt raise my score. That absolutely hurt me at some schools but it all…
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Admitted to Arizona State Universitywoah… doozy of a cycle. WRITE AN LOCI TO UVA IF ITS BEEN OVER 3 MONTHS SINCE YOU SUBMITTED!!!!! Also attach a Why UVA statement to your application.
Study for the LSAT at least 2 years before you plan on applying…
The fact that you even submitted an application means you got farther than most people. It’s okay to be proud of yourself!
Don’t be scared of a school’s “sticker price” - you’re not paying it! Apply even if it would take a huge scholarship for you to go. You never know!
I began my college career with a 1.8 cumulative GPA freshman year… by fall of senior year I’d raised it to a 2.8 cumulative 3.2 degree GPA and finally graduated with a 3.0 cumulative & 3.5 degree (cum laude) GPA by graduation. So a massive upward GPA trend. I stupidly applied to the T14 in the fall instead of the…
I will add my advice here once my cycle is done. Currently trying my best to get into my dream school with a nice scholarship. Wish me luck!
Wrote Why Washu, GULC Top 10, Northwestern Goals, Why Cornell, Why Duke, Michigan Optional (NOT Why Mich), UPenn Core Values, Why UChicago, two Stanford Optionals, Yale 250 Did not write: Why Mich, Why UVA, Why CLS, Why NYU, or Penn Collaboration essays Full cycle recap here:…
Ara chill the fuck out dude, you cite the same two infractions of hellwoods with no context over and over to justify your tyrannical bans. You’ve ignored far worse from other users actually attacking people if theyre your favorites. Grow up and learn the world isnt your sunshine rainbow kingdom and get a life, youre…
-Only 5 weeks to study for LSAT, taken only once -Biology BS (3.29) to Biology PhD but dropped after one year (3.885) -My C&F was a very minor traffic ticket that was only reported to a few schools based on guidelines -Email schools for waivers. The worst they say is no (or not respond)! I was able to solicit…
You should be the main character in your personal statement, and there should be a through line that explains why law and why now. As a veteran, I recommend focusing more on what impact or change you want to make, rather than strictly your military service. But, I also think you should highlight your service because…
LSAT 164 GPA 3.93 2024–25 cycle
Attending University of California—Berkeley
LSAT is not everything. Strong softs, great essays, strong letters—those count a LOT ! Breathe and do not check reddit too often.
I’m a late-cycle applicant, and I applied to UChicago last (besides WashU). Shoot for the stars and focus on your softs! I almost didn’t apply to Chicago because I didn’t think that I would get in without insane stats (read: 175 or higher). Clearly my softs made a hell of a difference and ended up getting me into my…
Cash Rules Everything Around Me (I am largely debt-adverse which informs the school I’ll choose)
submit your apps early* lol (◕︵◕) waited until Dec/Jan for most apps for new LSAT result.Better to apply early with your bad scores than late with your good- ones! Write academic addendum and then email them with your updated score. Personal statements, diversity statements & optional essays mean* EVERYTHING *if…
LSAT: 164 (Sept. 2019) –> 169 (July 2020 Flex). Studied using 7Sage for over a year, with a few-month break in the middle for basketball season. 159 diagnostic. Attended a small liberal arts school, not prestigious. Softs: NCAA athlete but otherwise pretty common softs: Internships, PT jobs, etc. UVA’s been my dream…
I wish I applied to schools earlier and less sporadically. The earlier you get accepted, the more time you have to learn from students and admin & negotiate scholarships. Plus, some schools can take three or four months to get back to you, which leaves little turnaround before deposit deadlines. Aim for finishing…
Key Notes/Reflections: Got into the cycle a bit late (took the LSAT in November, submitted most applications in December)- Felt that I had a really strong Diversity Statement, solid Personal Statement, and good LORs I have a misdemeanor from within the past year, which definitely tanked my chances Couple this with…
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