Consider retaking the LSAT and reapplying next cycle if you’re not happy with your results this time around. That’s what I did, and it’s worked out splendidly. :)
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Advice applicants left on their LSD.Law profiles, searchable by topic, school, and stats.
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Admitted to Texas A&M Universitywoah… doozy of a cycle. WRITE AN LOCI TO UVA IF ITS BEEN OVER 3 MONTHS SINCE YOU SUBMITTED!!!!! Also attach a Why UVA statement to your application.
Apply to reach schools but be prepared to attend a target. Applying early doesn’t help that much. Just get your apps in before the new year. Take the LSAT again if you think you can do better, even if it’s a lot of work. That is my one regret. (Took 1 time) Make sure you’re writing is strong and your why law is…
It’s a lonely journey; the freedom that awaits you at the end is worth it. Submitted a Why X for Duke, Michigan, Northwestern, Cornell, GMU, and UVA. It’s required for GMU and Cornell, but not sending a Why X to the other schools from what I read would torpedo the application. I’m pretty shocked that I got into…
My advice would be apply for all the optional scholarships, and write every optional essay. This was a tough cycle, but I think my strong written materials were my biggest asset. I believe this set me apart from other candidates with similar stats, both in admissions and later in the scholarship process. I chose SMU…
LSAT 154 GPA 4.04 2023–24 cycle
Attending Washington University in St. Louis
I’m no spectacular applicant, but here are a few things that I believed helped me: Prioritize you GPA!- Use RateMyProfessor (with caution) and take a look at a class’ grade distribution before joining. Invest quality time in your written materials by creating multiple drafts, looking at examples, and having someone…
I will add my advice here once my cycle is done. Currently trying my best to get into my dream school with a nice scholarship. Wish me luck!
165 -> 163 -> 168 -> 166 (lol). Previous career in healthcare/med school. Goals are Dallas big law. Admitted to SMU 11/29 with 165 LSAT Accepted to TAMU 12/22 with 168 LSAT After receiving a laughable 6k/year scholarship from TAMU decided to apply to some more schools in late Jan for leverage to negotiate. Accepted…
Cash Rules Everything Around Me (I am largely debt-adverse which informs the school I’ll choose)
Did not write option essays or letters of continued intrest. After doing admitted student events I pretty much chose TAMU, even if I did get accepted to UT. Overall I believe I hit above my LSAT score, however the higher the ranking school the more that matters. Background: 4.0 Student - Dean’s/President’s list…
Key Notes/Reflections: Got into the cycle a bit late (took the LSAT in November, submitted most applications in December)- Felt that I had a really strong Diversity Statement, solid Personal Statement, and good LORs I have a misdemeanor from within the past year, which definitely tanked my chances Couple this with…
Military experience seems to be a very useful “x-factor” in applications. Don’t self select, if you want to go to a particular school, apply. Maybe you get in, maybe you don’t, but it’s worth it to know where you hit your ceiling. Lastly, don’t stress too much about the whole process. Draft your essays, complete…
Live authentically. Pursue what is interesting to you. Your story deserves to be told.
I focused really hard on my personal statement and other materials to paint a very clear picture of my goals in law school as well as important aspects of my undergraduate career that highlighted areas of growth. Also, I was heavily involved in extracurriculars, which I think showed that I could handle high stress…
I submitted a diversity statement and optional essays for all universities that allowed for it. In addition, I toured UGA and Emory and spoke to admission directors at Alabama, Emory, Ohio State, UGA, USC, Vanderbilt, and Wake Forest at a college law fair held at my undergraduate institution. I’m from the south, and…
makingcashwithmyhandout left no wisdom for posterity… (◕︵◕) Ran out tbh frfr take time on essays. I feel I rushed a lil and found mistakes upon reviewing. I also found out i got cheated on a week before apps opened and that SUCKED. #noregerts but i was lowkey submitting apps while manic maybe?? beware on who you let…
Super splitters rise up(｡–｡ )人( ｡–｡)
Don’t listen to the people telling you not to be KJD (or in my case super KJD). They are right that you need time to prepare, but they are wrong in thinking that the clock only starts after you graduate. Take the LSAT as early as possible, apply as early as possible, and believe in yourself. A lack of work…
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