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Ivy Undergrad, STEM, Ivy Master’s degree but no FT work experience (went straight to master’s from UG) I applied late, thought I could raise my LSAT by taking the January test but wasn’t able to...
Don’t check this thing til 6 weeks after you submit your apps. You will literally go insane.
love pizza more than I love this admissions process
Tier 3 Softs: First-gen, low-income; prestigious merit scholarship; T10 Undergrad Submitted diversity statement and optional essays. Applied later in cycle (December-January apps)
regret: not applying early but very happy to be attending Georgetown! did why x (somewhat meaningful- had personal connection/reasons) for berkeley, umich. did penn core essay, did georgetown top...
Learn about the world, and form your own thoughts and opinions, do not simply repeat what you hear/ read. The most important thing in life is posterity.
Non-binding deferral at Vandy to explore professional interests. May apply to certain schools next cycle.
Worked in top tier places in both public and private sectors Now CEO at a tech startup Top 20 undergrad
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