…essay or much in the way of optionals: just my PS, my E/P statement as Optional Essay 2, my academic addendum, and a C+F addendum about traffic tickets. I applied 10/30, went complete 11/13, UR 11/20, UR2 12/04, and received a decision 3/5. Logging this one in the win column. Damn, I have a lot of LOCIs to write……
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Admitted to Ohio State University…for a collection of personal statements, diversity statements, and resumes from previous cycle applicants. End of cycle notes: I know my goals (immigration BigLaw), and that I won’t have a problem achieving them with a degree from GSU. Spoke with multiple alums and with attorneys in my current immigration BigLaw…
…I think it paid off. My biggest pro was my GPA imo. In my personal statement and diversity statements I dug into being LGBT, working in a law firm as a legal assistant/paralegal, and my immigrant, Spanish-speaking girlfriend.
…from that bunch 3-5 months down the road. -Write a killer personal statement. again, if your grades are way higher than the median at a school, this might not matter. but if you are closer to the median this is your greatest weapon to sway the admissions committee. your statement should give an idea of who you are…
…that information, but also the information they get from personal statements and essays. The stats put your foot in the door, but your personality closes the ballgame. In the future if you’re finding this profile and have similar stats, invest the time and energy to improve that LSAT to 170+. It unlocks so many…
…are in math/science (originally was a pre-med major). Personal Statement- focuses on a situation that was the catalyst for me pursuing social work, discussion of how I thought social work would help me meet my goals and an explanation of why law is actually the better path. Diversity Statement - focuses on…
Go Hoos! Personal statement matters, and your interview matters. Numbers only get you to the interview. If you’re STEM, that’s a big boost wherever you go. Adcoms and employers will assume you’re intelligent and logical, so make sure to have your personality shine when you apply! Also, don’t forget to be real…
…to law or public service, I marked with an asterisk. Personal Statement:- I am a creative writer and I believe it played to my advantage when writing my PS. I shared a very vivid story about my family and I growing up homeless and impoverished and how these experiences alongside my work in juvenile justice is what…
…money, stress. Also serves as a proof of concept that your personal statement is decent, you aren’t unhinged, etc.
Work hard on your personal statement and make sure it’s a cohesive argument for your acceptance to a law school. Write like a future lawyer. Your writings and letters of rec matter tremendously for scholarship offers. Don’t slack.
…I sought the help of another professor in reviewing my personal statement, that professor also extended a letter of recommendation. That is two academic letters and one professional letter just from networking and using my resources. I am convinced these letters are what made my application stick out. Apply broadly,…
Leave this process regretting nothing! Do the campus visit, take that extra hour on your personal statement, get another set of eyes on your resume, TAKE THE LSAT AGAIN (none of the other stuff matters if your foot isn’t in the door with yiour LSAT score unfortunately) Trust me, you only want to apply to law school…
…Finding yourself along the way is a pain, but writing the personal statements can help. Dry out/get clean /before/ you apply, not during. Comparison is the thief of joy. GLHF!
LSAT: took multiple times, 167 highest. GPA: 3.7ish in a STEM field, then flunked out of medical school (kinda). Writing Materials: Personal statement - finding a passion for child advocacy as a teacher, wanting to transfer that skill to be a juvenile public defender. Diversity/Experience essay - being a bi teacher…
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