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Applicant Wisdom & Insights

Learn from the experiences and advice of successful law school applicants

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JudiciousLeftParrot
GPA: 3.69 • LSAT: 163 Catholic University Of America

I applied later in the cycle. Apply as early as possible then spend your time making connections with admissions offices to bump you off the waiting list. It can be helpful if you have more time...

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AbhorrentAbidingAnt
GPA: 3.93 • LSAT: 152 Drexel University

Things happen and sometimes your portfolio is not where you wanted it to be at, but don’t let it stop you from shooting your shot and letting them see your true potential beyond your numbers.

1 year ago
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JohnLark2018
GPA: 3.42 • LSAT: 161 University of Oklahoma

2025 cycle was brutal. Max out those stats if you’re aiming for T14-T40 or adjust your trajectory accordingly. if you’re a military vet, reach out to every school and ask if they offer an...

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HUPirateParalegal
GPA: 3.57 • LSAT: 154 University of California (Hastings)

Some schools will see the value you bring through your application and some won’t. Some schools that you thought were guarantees, aren’t. Some schools you thought were a longshot, weren’t. Have...

1 year ago
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VagueMeaslyWyvern
GPA: 3.97 • LSAT: 165 University of North Carolina

2nd try, outcomes weren’t ideal the first time

1 year ago
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TangyAdjoiningHare
GPA: 3.84 • LSAT: 150 Seton Hall University

while i honestly did not expect to get into any school this cycle, i am happy to have gotten into one. however, i highly encourage applying early and getting a higher LSAT score. i thought that a...

1 year ago
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TriteSavoryHyena
GPA: 3.5 University of Illinois—Chicago

Is it possible to get into a law school with a low LSAT? YesIs it possible to study in small amounts and improve your LSAT score instead of harping on the hope to transfer your 1L and apply again...

1 year ago
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WarmChangeableCheese
GPA: 3.96 • LSAT: 173 Columbia University

Applied very late (Feb/Mar), it worked out well for me but I would strongly recommend getting apps in by New Years to save some stress with deadlines

1 year ago
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