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Advice applicants left on their LSD.Law profiles, searchable by topic, school, and stats.

LSAT 161 GPA 3.09 2024–25 cycle

Study for the LSAT a lot and believe %1 of the crap you read on reddit

LSAT 178 GPA 3.97 2024–25 cycle

Attending Yale University

…I am outside of school. I also think it gave me time to study for the LSAT and put together strong applications. Those combined to make me a much stronger applicant and, I think, will ultimately make me a much happier law student. Second, taking time to seriously consider what I want to do and why. I think one of…

LSAT 159 GPA 4.06 2025–26 cycle

Attending Emory University

…a year and a half), spoke with numerous current and former students, sent two LOCIs, attended additional events on campus, asked the admissions office questions, and made sure to reiterate that Emory Law was my top choice. I believe that those efforts, combined with four waitlist offers from schools higher ranked…

LSAT 162 GPA 3.90 2025–26 cycle

Attending Seton Hall University

…on what law school is like NOW, their app process, their studying process, etc). For recs, I asked way in advance to make sure I wouldn’t have to worry about that come fall, hoping to apply Sep/Oct for all my apps. UPDATE: This didn’t happen bc i took the NOV lsat after tutoring for 2mos post-sep lsat. didn’t change…

LSAT 166 GPA 3.52 2021–22 cycle

Attending University of Wisconsin

Only two things matter, LSAT and GPA. And GPA doesn’t really matter unless it’s 4.0+… Just study your heart out for the LSAT, trust.

LSAT 162 GPA 3.71 2024–25 cycle

Attending Tulane University

When taking the LSAT, just relax. I was scoring an average of 170 on my practice exams and ended up getting a 162 on the actual test, but don’t beat yourself up or feel discourage; either take it again or, if you’re anything like me and burned out, just apply and see what happens. But if you’re gonna go with the…

LSAT 168 GPA 3.58 2020–21 cycle

Admitted to Emory University

Would classify myself as a 3.5 softs, I have won a national student writing competition for a sustainability policy paper. I already have an MPA and have been working in government work for 3 years. My Schools GPA was on a 4.0 scale and while my undergrad GPA was not good on paper I still graduated with honors. This…

LSAT 164 GPA 3.80 2022–23 cycle

Attending Emory University

unconventional PS discussing character and fitness issue as reason for wanting to become a lawyer. my advice? besides high lsat and a good gpa, take risks with your application. be memorable, have a genuine reason for wanting to go to ls and communicate that passionately and clearly. i think my ps got me into places…

LSAT 164 GPA 3.79 2025–26 cycle

Admitted to Dalhousie University

Study for the damn LSAT. Don’t hold yourself back because of self-doubt - the worst they can say is no. It ain’t over til its over.

LSAT 161 GPA 3.72 2025–26 cycle

Attending University of Kentucky

The application process is full of a lot of things you cannot control. Put in your best effort to control the controllable. Submit applications early, study hard for the LSAT, put effort into your essays, and the right school will find you!

LSAT 168 GPA 3.88 2025–26 cycle

Admitted to University of Utah

Study hard for the LSAT. If possible, reach out to your university’s writing center - they can be quite helpful.

LSAT 171 GPA 3.37 2024–25 cycle

Attending University of Michigan

…story of self growth to tell of my 5 years post college. Study hard for the LSAT and write your ass off on the essays and you’ll surprise yourself.

LSAT 168 GPA 3.75 2024–25 cycle

Attending Washington and Lee University

Start studying WAY before your LSAT! I only gave myself ~3 months, which was not nearly enough. Take it multiple times. I recommend taking it once early on in the process to get the test jitters out/down and then retaking later once you have a consistent PT score. Request Fee Waivers! Most schools give them out, so…