Hello Hello, I fully acknowledge that my stats are low for most of the schools that I applied too, but something that I’ve learned is that you should never EVER self-select yourself out of an opportunity. If someone wants to tell you no then they have every right to do that, but you should make them tell you. 10+…
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Reapplicant woohoo, year 2 on LSD Last year’s stats and cycle: LSAT: 169 CAS CPA: 3.84 Work Experience: 2ish years A: ASU ($$$), GW ($$$), Emory ($$$$ wowza), Fordham ($$$ max scholly) WL: Duke, Vanderbilt, Michigan, Northwestern, Columbia, USC, Georgetown, NYU, UNC, BU, UT R: Harvard, UChicago, Berkeley Was about…
It’s easy to get tired of the cycle (I know I have), just try to remember why you wanted to go to law school in the first place and keep pushing till the end!
I would recommend writing a ‘Why X’ essay for schools you are very interested in, particularly if you are below median (see my WL offers). The only exception here for me is W&M. William & Mary - Wrote Why X. WL on 2/21, invited to interview for admission on 2/29. They were straightforward about most admissions off…
If you’re wondering whether or not the law school journey is for you, it IS. This test is challenging, but you can take it up to 5 times in 5 years. TAKE THE CHANCES. RETEST. WE GOT THIS. As far as this cycle goes, yes I know my LSAT score is holding me back from achieving greatness, but it is what it is. I believe…
Don’t be afraid to go out on a limb. That’s where the fruit is!
LSAT 171 GPA 3.25 2025–26 cycle
Research all the schools you’re applying to ahead of time as if you’re deciding to commit, and write those optional essays!! Also, don’t rush your application. Try to plan ahead, plan thoroughly, and apply early. and unless you have a really good reason, apply broadly! I only applied to some limited top schools…
GPA: STEM major, STEM minors; did not write an addendum. I think I would have if I did this again, but I doubt it was make or break LSAT: pre-flex, first take Softs: T3ish idk * Campus leadership position or two * Lots of scientific research experience; 1 publication and an undergrad thesis for which I was awarded a…
LSAT 179 GPA 3.59 2025–26 cycle
mfw reading RiddledBasinsOfAttraction… (◕︵◕)
-Reverse Splitter -Late applicant due to personal circumstances -Relatively unknown state school undergraduate -Took some graduate classes with a 4.0 grad GPA -Wrote why x for some but not all schools -Included diversity statement in all possible applications -Applied to schools in every tier because this cycle left…
LSAT 157 GPA 3.77 2025–26 cycle
Attending Catholic University Of America
Dream big! You never know what a law school might be looking for!
Numbers aren’t everything! Having a cohesive narrative, well-written materials, and strong letters of recommendation will help differentiate you. Try asking for more money closer to deposit deadlines.
Good luck, everyone! We got this!
Apply early, shoot your shot- worst they can say is no. Ask for all the fee waivers you can get! Trust in God as well :)
**TLDR: ** (1) Prioritize LSAT (for scholarships) (2) Application Quality > Submission Speed If I did this again, I would retake the LSAT. A higher LSAT can really open doors not only for getting acceptances, but more importantly, merit scholarships. Everyone says to apply as early as you can, which isn’t bad…
GPA 3.50 2027–28 cycle
Don’t be like me my case was truly a YMMV Use the resources of your local public library ESPECIALLY if you’re from the bay area or LA (Heavy on LA if there’s one good thing about LA it’s that the public library system is fucking crazy) there is bound to be several textbooks with drills and guides use that shit to…
I took the LSAT once and figured my time would be better spent working on essays. I think as long as you’re happy with your score(s) and realistic about the chances, there’s no need to retake. I wrote a 2-page PS and 1-page DS for all schools. I had 3 LORs: 2 academic and 1 work. If the school offered me interview…
GW ED Presidential Scholarship —> changed to RD by emailing (had gotten offer from WashU that was more appealing than full ride to GW would have been, I’m betting this will get me a GW WL for sure) applied BU ASPIRE scholarship, did not get, awarded only 75k total WashU interview (with real person) Accepted Offered…
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