What follows is a comprehensive explanation of my application path to law school. I originally created this document as a PDF for a group of incredible mentees. Time will be your greatest asset or your worst enemy- I began preparing two years before the 2024 application cycle. I’ve divided ‘my story’ into nine…
Applicant wisdom
Advice applicants left on their LSD.Law profiles, searchable by topic, school, and stats.
145 entries
Admitted to Tulane UniversityI tried to fill my profile as much as possible to be transparent for those of you after me. Admissions is very stressful so here’s a few pointers for those with similar stats/softs/details to me: C and F (probably the biggest fear I had): Own up to it and use it to your advantage. Being willing to be transparent…
Scores are just that: scores. The LSAT may seem like the only thing that is important in your life but it does not define your worth as a person. Both our former president and vice president went to law schools whose medians are 160 or below. They still managed to accomplish incredible achievements and reach the…
I am an applicant that felt amazing about every component outside of my LSAT score. It is still possible to get into amazing schools with a low LSAT score. Just make sure you feel strongly about every other component to overshadow it!
Write your “Why X” essays. Make them non-generic. I think it really screwed me that I didn’t do this–going off of Dean Z’s advice not to do it unless it was super compelling. ESPECIALLY do it if you’re not from the area. Expect your statistically likely results. It’s easy to fall into the mental trap of thinking…
stay off reddit, and limit your time on here too. if you find yourself checking this site every day, please make a conscious effort to stop. pick up a new hobby. touch grass. im not joking. this site is majorly helpful for future applicants but exacerbates anxiety for current applicants. splitters: apply as early as…
They didnt see the vision
Talk to people you know already in the field, especially if they are still in law school or just finishing up (this is if you want their opinion on what law school is like NOW, their app process, their studying process, etc). For recs, I asked way in advance to make sure I wouldn’t have to worry about that come…
“I probably sucked more than anyone in the history of kung fu. But the important thing is… I didn’t quit.” - Po
when the chile is tea but the finna is gag sis i’m dead as a chile below is what happens when you apply late aka in a frenzy late-January to early February (waitlists lol)… if you’re in the same boat as me, make sure you apply widely. UT was kind of spur of the moment based on my Feb LSAT result and it’s where I’m…
LSAT: Take a break and make sure to rest your brain before you take the test. When you take practice tests, mimic the conditions of test day. I wore the same exact outfit every time I took a PT and styled my hair the same exact way every single time. Schedule time after your LSAT to decompress. I got a massage and a…
2025 cycle was brutal. Max out those stats if you’re aiming for T14-T40 or adjust your trajectory accordingly. if you’re a military vet, reach out to every school and ask if they offer an application fee waiver—99% of them will give you one. If you’re using your VA benefits (GI Bill/VRE) to pay tuition and receive a…
Real g’s move in silence like lasagna
Reddit can only tell you so much of the story, trust yourself and your gut instinct and put the time and effort into what you know you’re good at versus what the internet thinks you should be good at. It’s your story at the end of the day, and the only author it’s by is you.
Stats are not everything!! Apply to the schools you truly are passionate about and be intentional when it comes to your application. Every part of the application matters.
I think it is safe to say I punched above my weight this cycle and I’m incredibly lucky and blessed. I did not know what to expect and think my cycle shows how random/chaotic admissions can be. My advice is to SHOOT YOUR SHOT, I can’t emphasize that enough. People said there is no reason I should have got an A at a…
Macro thoughts: So clearly I applied to way too many schools. I’m very debt averse and wouldn’t pay sticker anywhere. My cycle was a rollercoaster as I did not hit 170 until November, a year after I started studying with PS trilogy, 7sage, and RC Hero. I planned on applying with 163 from June and August, but was…
Overview: I came into the cycle hopeful about my softs, but honestly, they only care about numbers lol >.<!! So, if you can, definitely retake the LSAT (preferably 160 and up) or win competitive scholarships [i.e., MMSP, Mcdonnell, Earl Warren, SEO Law, etc.]. Don’t get me wrong; I was super proud of myself for…
Your study break just got better: follow @lawschooldata on Follow @lawschooldata on TikTok & Instagram