EMAIL SCHOOLS AND ASK FOR CAS FEE WAIVERS!!! They can be incredibly helpful in widening your net. A majority of schools will say no, but that doesn’t mean you can’t also get a few to say yes. So far, I have received a CAS waiver (solicited) from: Brigham Young University (chose not to apply) Cleveland State…
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Admitted to Michigan State University**some advice from my experience so far: ** do not submit your reach / first choice schools first. you will make a mistake somewhere in your first application (but also, if you make a mistake, don’t worry about it too much. I made minor mistakes in my applications to MSU, UT Austin, UVA, and Michigan and was…
Apply Early. Apply Early. Apply Early Be authentic in your application Don’t rush to law school, even a couple years of work/service can provide you with important experiences that can shape your application into something that tells a compelling story
LSAT 163 GPA 3.92 2025–26 cycle
Attending Illinois Institute of Technology (Kent)
Study for the LSAT as soon as possible. If Your PT’s are not going up, seek a tutor. Pick an undergrad major you are skilled in, in order to keep your GPA as high as possible. Take multiple classes with professors in order to secure LORs from them (Obviously, professors with legal experience make the best letters).
mailman12 left wisdom for posterity… (◕ ◕) ︶ My story involves early academic struggles in undergrad, an unimpressive resume until my last year before law school really (and it’s still pretty mid), and several character and fitness issues that aren’t super serious but are there. My point in bringing all that up is…
I was trying to get into the “best school” I could, but I realized it’s more important to go where the money is This process is SO unfair. You will end up where you are supposed to, not necessarily where you originally wanted to Don’t settle for less because its a “better school”. I got a full ride !! take the money…
LSAC slaughtered my GPA (how the fuck do withdrawals count?). My LSAC GPA is actually sub-2. Degree GPA is 3.1. I wrote a really nice addendum. LSAT Strategy- I had an extremely demanding job while studying for LSAT. I’m fine at LR and RC, so I just spent all possible time doing logic games over and over and over…
“The only thing I can control is how hard I work.” -Kobe Bryant “You have power over your mind—not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.” -Marcus Aurelius “There is only one way to happiness and that is to cease worrying about things which are beyond the power of our will.” -Epictetus Do your…
Took the LSAT twice, April 2023 and June 2023. Highest score was April. Applied to every school by 10/31. Wrote all optional essays that were offered. Received all fee waivers that I requested. Did not negotiate any scholarships or write any LOCIs for the schools I was waitlisted at. Withdrew from WashU in late…
Good luck everyone! Enjoy this experience while you can, we are privileged to be in a position to apply to law school! ( ๑‾̀◡‾́)σ”
Be yourself. You are playing your own game. Present a compelling case for yourself and you will have options. Most law school admissions advice: is bad- is too general will not apply to you Critically examine information, then do what is best for you.
After 20 years out of high school, a full professional career, and raising my 18-year-old son as a single mother… I am finally attending law school. I just graduated from undergrad in May 2023, so my journey is very different than most, but my advice is all the same… shoot your shot, especially as a minority or…
Shoot your shot, you have nothing to lose (except the money you spent on applications). ** Below I will be posting all decisions, with corresponding LSAC and 7Sage predicted chances of acceptance (given my stats) to give future generations a look at how accurate these tools might be. ACCEPTANCES: [10 Schools]…
Background: I graduated very early and took the LSAT a couple of times without studying. In hindsight, this decision was idiotic, and I was just very young to understand this. My highest LSAT score reflects an improvement in studying. My work situation and issues at home still limited this studying, so I wasn’t able…
🏳️⚧️🏳️🌈 Before actually deciding to apply to law school, I would recommend these 4 steps: Read this: http://www.deanspade.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/For-Those-Considering-Law-School.pdf Really think about if your goals in being a lawyer align with actual legal work. If you have social justice goals in going to law…
For me i always wanted to see people like me’s advice. So lets start at the top. Be Realistic with yourself and craft your school list meticulously: if your below both medians more than likely your not getting in. It sucks i know, but make sure that your list reflects your stats. Weather u have a 158 like me or a…
Do note that I have estimated certain scholarship figures when not awarded as a numerical sum. In cases of a “full tuition” or proportional scholarship, I assumed a 5% increase in all costs per year. You may have noticed that I received a particularly high number of CAS report fee waivers. This was in part due to my…
There is no wisdom, only Zuul. Military Veteran (Navy, multiple awards and tours) Had a mental health crisis in undergrad which tanked my GPA, wrote addendum to explain and show improvement. Cited both Perry Mason and Godzilla in my Personal Statement. Seattle U. became a non-option due to living costs in the…
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