LSAT 175 GPA 3.56 2026–27 cycle
Study before you take your first LSAT, I was a fool in mans clothing for not.
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Study early and often for the LSAT. I could have scored higher if I had done that
LSAT is a grind. Sit and study the first time and apply early. It makes the rest of the year much more enjoyable.
Non-traditional student looking only in Houston area for schools. Can’t change my GPA so worked on higher LSAT. Went from 140-159 self studying using Kahn Academy and PowerScore. Wish I had more time to keep improving but it is what it is. Applying to all three local law schools: STCL for spring 2023 start and…
…annual stipend) was a big plus :) I took the summer off to study full-time for the LSAT, and I think it paid off. My biggest pro was my GPA imo. In my personal statement and diversity statements I dug into being LGBT, working in a law firm as a legal assistant/paralegal, and my immigrant, Spanish-speaking girlfriend.
GPA 2.87 2022–23 cycle
If your UGPA sucks, study your ass off for the LSAT. It pays to be resilient. There is hope for everyone.
…beat out my miserable GPA from undergrad and to master the LSAT so that I can overtake my GPA and prove that I have the dedication and motivation to succeed in law school. I also had some impressive work experience under my belt, I know what I want, and I know the kind of attorney I want to be coming out of law…
GPA is out of 4.0 scale. I am a history major currently going into my Senior year of University and studying for the August and October LSATs! I hope to post some of my scores and positive vibes as I go! I also plan on taking the GRE, and will post how that affects my acceptance as well.
LSAT 166 GPA 3.88 2022–23 cycle
Recap: Not expecting any waitlist movement, so 90% chance of an R&R. I would have studied a lot more for the LSAT (wanted a 170, but I settled). My grades also slipped a bit b/c of online classes. Still though, if there is a school you want to go to, I would still apply because otherwise you’ll never know. First gen…
Wrote optionals for Michigan and NYU (Scholarship Essays) Spend as much time getting the best LSAT you can, including finding a study group that works well. Heavy PI or bust focus Worked full time for first two years of undergrad, transitioned to internships afterward Do your prep work for each university that…
Take the gap year. Take 10. Study like a monster for the LSAT.
…I now realize was a huge risk. While I did good on my LSAT, I was averaging a 162-165 up until the month before I took my test. I then changed my study habits and started averaging 168-174 right before I took in August. I am sure that if I kept studying I could’ve gotten a higher LSAT, but since I forced myself to…
…NYU, and Penn to shoot my shot with a new and improved LSAT score. Georgetown date disappeared the same day as waitlist on 12/3 Went Duke UR3 on 12/7 Chicago UR3 1/18 4 takes to get a 172. If you’re considering retaking the LSAT (and you have the time to study and think you can improve your score based on PTs)… **DO…
…been and will be. I do feel I short changed myself on the LSAT - had I done a bit better I believe I could’ve gotten in.- I EDd to force a decision - this was a must - I couldn’t wait until April to hear, and I also wanted to send a signal to UVA Admin. I had a UVA-specific LOR from someone who could speak to my…
…experience after college, thinking I could reach my goal LSAT (170) in a year while working in a high-stress, full-time job. I was very, VERY wrong. I knew I didn’t want to wait another year to apply to law school, so I gave the LSAT my all. I used 7Sage and studied when I got home at night, during my lunch break,…
Pace yourself as you study. There can be diminishing returns if LSAT prep takes over your time and headspace. When it comes time to choose, stay rooted in what makes sense for you. Don’t read too much into other people’s results. Be clear and personal about your “why law” and “why now.”
Just about anyone can get into law school if they put their mind to it. Setting a target LSAT score and sticking to a strict study regimen is what worked for me, even if this seems rather obvious and sounds redundant.
No optional essays or “Why X.” Used Khan Academy, LSAT SuperPrep II book, and YouTube to study and used my roommate to proofread my application. This is the amount of time and money I spent on the application process: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1_ijUrAZkV0ceOdOf2divhDqkPZvFowRuTXJQgVntBDk/edit?usp=sharing
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