…I had used a consulting service to prepare my personal statement and maybe consider writing a diversity statement. As a non-URM, I felt it was a little tone-deaf to write a diversity statement, but I think I have a unique experience that could add to a student body. Second, a few schools sent application waivers in…
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Admitted to University of HoustonKey Notes/Reflections: Got into the cycle a bit late (took the LSAT in November, submitted most applications in December)- Felt that I had a really strong Diversity Statement, solid Personal Statement, and good LORs I have a misdemeanor from within the past year, which definitely tanked my chances Couple this with…
…make sure you brainstorm ideas for your personal statement and maybe talk about instances in your life where you overcame an obstacle and how that translates to either your inspiration to become a lawyer or your capability to succeed in law school. Personally, I found writing my personal statement, as well as other…
…overall speaker at regional tournament. Did not write a diversity statement but I am a Hispanic female (my last name is kinda a dead giveaway) 10/04 OU A!! I am so happy about this one and the scholarship offer for my stats is a slayyyyy 10/27- TTU A! have very strong connections to criminal defense attorneys i have…
Wrote “Why X”’s for my top choice schools, diversity statements when they were accepted (not a URM but Southeast Asian), and a GPA addendum. Initially applied with 15high LSAT. Retook in January with current score.
Tier 3 Softs: First-gen, low-income; prestigious merit scholarship; T10 Undergrad Submitted diversity statement and optional essays. Applied later in cycle (December-January apps)
TFA High school Physics teacher 2 years in Alamo, TX Middle school STEM teacher 1 year in San Antonio, TX Father of 2 Diversity Statement (Chicanx) LSAT addendum (multiple takes 153->158->167)
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