…let it. Make sure you focus everything you’ve got on your softs - volunteering, work experience, certifications, special interests, any adversity you’ve overcome or significant experiences you’ve had that shaped you as a person - and take the time to write a compelling personal statement that paints a well-rounded…
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Admitted to Georgia State University…with C&F issues, misdemeanor, >10 years ago. Other softs: university assistantship, honors thesis, honors college peer mentor, honors college dean’s student advisory board, immigration-related volunteering. ADMG; we’re all in this together. DM if you want me to add you to my novena!
…statement (undocumented immigrant, mild poverty). my softs are ok: number of internships+ jobs (city gov, state gov, non-profit) focused on immigrant rights started a non-profit startup this past summer to feed immigrant families during COVID.
Non-KJD applicant with unique softs and personal experiences around music and healthcare. Undergrad in music performance and post-bacc program in medical science. Also had an MBA at time of application. Looking at IP law (with contacts in boutique IP law firms making my law school decision less consequential than it…
…and OSU as far as reaches 3/3/25 March 2025: Strong softs and application materials do matter. Just waiting on NU and Case Western. 3/14/25 April: I committed to IU Maurer. Honestly, the full tuition scholarship helped my decision immensely and I am so grateful for the opportunity to attend law school with finances…
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