Don’t go to law school because pre-med or engineering was too hard, do finance or literally anything else
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Advice applicants left on their LSD.Law profiles, searchable by topic, school, and stats.
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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.
LSAT 167 GPA 3.75 2021–22 cycle
The world is pretty crazy right now. Breathe and do your best to find something to be grateful for today.
Focus on yourself, take time to study for the LSAT, and always remember that you’re valid no matter what.
October 2020 159 –> October 2021 166 –> November 2021 169 Saw the biggest improvement after using 7Sage
LSAT 167 GPA 3.70 2020–21 cycle
Worked in top tier places in both public and private sectors Now CEO at a tech startup Top 20 undergrad
Honestly, I didn’t write a Why X or any extra statements for any institution. You probably should though.
Non-binding deferral at Vandy to explore professional interests. May apply to certain schools next cycle.
LSAT 164 GPA 3.88 2026–27 cycle
Do not hurry; do not rest. You will burn and you will burn out; you will be healed and come back again.
apply early, have other people read your statement, stay off this platform as much as your sanity permits
If you get sent to WL for your dream school- fight for your spot- you just might make the mark.
Just be yourself :)
I am not very interested in Big Law, so I didn’t apply to many schools in the T14. STEM majors, send it!
Pick up your GPA and LSAT. Those two get you in range, and then it’s softs and a bit of luck from there.
“I tried to raise my shield, but I accidentally sheared the ground, or whatever you call this mechanic.”
This process does not make any sense sometimes, so just trust that the what’s meant to be will happen :)
Stats are important, but not the end all be all. Tell your story authentically and shoot your mofo shot!
Ask for more money! Especially if you have other offers!
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