Ask for fee waivers. The worst case scenario is someone says no. If they ask why you are applying, take the time to think about it. It may save you an application
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Painful to underperform but makes sense as a KJD without a strong narrative beyond finance undergrad -> biglaw M&A. Looking forward to Cornell and riding out WLs.
Don’t submit your application to your first choice school first. You will probably notice minor errors and areas for improvement as you submit other applications.
LSAT 173 GPA 3.72 2023–24 cycle
Your application must state why you are applying to law school. This doesn’t necessarily have to be done in the personal statement, but that’s what I recommend.
“Didn’t ask God for what I wanted, I waited. Until He felt like I earned it, then he gave it” - DMX
LSAT 160 GPA 3.20 2027–28 cycle
There are many paths to success! Figure out which one will make you the most happy!
LSAT 166 GPA 3.28 2025–26 cycle
Admitted to Indiana University - Bloomington
Apply as early as possible!
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Cast a wide net
Apply to similarly ranked schools and leverage different scholarship offers to negotiate for more money! Remember, there is no shortcut to a dream. You got this!
If your GPA is substandard, it doesn’t matter how you spin it in an addendum. You either need work experience (preferably 2 years), a 170+ LSAT, or ideally both.
Advice: Write an impeccable PS. Go to your university’s career center to edit your resume. Request recommendations from people you have built relationships with.
T3.5 softs (2 yrs WE in marketing and education). Applied to UChicago and UVA with a 171 in November. Applied to the remaining T8 schools with a 174 in February.
A cohesive story matters. A thorough review of my finances, family needs, and tuition assistance options available showed me ED was feasible. Also, chill out.
Applicant in my 30s. Work experience is mainly work as a paralegal. Volunteer work is leadership rolls within animal orgs. 5ish years for both things. Immigrant.
Chose HBS over YLS. Additionally applied to MBA programs A: Harvard, Wharton, MIT, Columbia, YaleSOM WL/R: StanfordGSB, UChicago, Northwestern, NYU, Cornell
Apply to a broad range of schools, especially some below where you think you can realistically get in. You never know how competitive a cycle can be! Good luck!!
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