If you are thinking about delaying your cycle to get a better LSAT-DO IT! it makes a HUGE positive difference, and in the end, time passes quickly.
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Advice applicants left on their LSD.Law profiles, searchable by topic, school, and stats.
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Admitted to University of Colorado—Boulder*“I kneel into a dream where I am good & loved. I am good. I am loved. My hands have made some good mistakes. They can always make better ones.” *
Don’t stress out too much! Everything about applying to law school takes far longer than it really should, but someday it’s suddenly all over :)
Never let your UG GPA hold you back. Apply broad, aim for the 75th LSAT median and you’ll be successful. Good luck to all super splitters!
Only two things matter, LSAT and GPA. And GPA doesn’t really matter unless it’s 4.0+… Just study your heart out for the LSAT, trust.
Low GPA because I dropped out of school. Returned to school last year and my GPA at the institution I will graduate from is 4.18.
Why X Essays: Duke, Michigan, Cornell, SMU Additional Essays: Penn Core Strength’s, Chicago Doctoroff, NYU Jacobson Leadership
Don’t feel pressured into applying to more places than necessary if you know where you want to go based on location/outcomes
Apply early! ABA 509 data is more reliable than LSD’s. And maybe don’t panic apply to other schools after sending an ED app…
Write those “Why X” essays. Seriously. Every single school I got the WL at (so far) were ones where I didn’t write one.
Might as well try! Fill out scholarship essays as early as you can
Getting into law school and becoming a lawyer will not make you happy. Accepting yourself and trying your best might!
Deferred from WashU to get some additional work experience and hopefully raise my scholarship through an LSAT retake.
LGBTQ, first-gen college student, TFA+1 extra year at placement school -> connected to legal interests (focus of PS)
go on tours if you are within a day’s drive of a school. a vibe check was more important than I thought it would be
Whew. Should’ve done better on the LSAT, huh? But I’m happy with my decision. You’ll make the right choice for you.
Don’t be afraid to shoot your shot! Take your time really learning the LSAT and writing a good personal statement.
Rejections provide opportunity for reflection and motivation for improvement. 💪 Take care of yourselves, friends!
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