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I scored a 171 on the Oct. 2015 LSAT, below my 174.5 average, which has really dampened my expectations.
I am not sure what to expect after underperforming. Do you guys think I should...
1) retake in December (hard to do with 50+ hours of work each week)
2) push off law school and retake in February or June
3) go for it and see what happens
Let me know what you guys think!
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Oh so they don't take all the data from all the schools to reach those conclusions on the grids? Does that mean the chances of admissions are better or worse & is there a more realistic way to figure out your chances?
Yeah--the "data" at LSN and other sites only use a very, very small pool of self-selecting applicants.
Hi nicole.hopkins I'm new to all of this, so could you please explain what you mean by those sites that estimate your admission into particular schools based on LSAT and GPA, only being 4% of the data? I'm sure I'm missing something in this equation since the LSAT seems to be the biggest factor for most law schools. Thank you so much.
This really depends on your score and what the target is. You never get a second chance to make a first impression (I think one of Spivey's crew says that).
Still only 4% of data, unless you're talking about the LSAC grid. And that one is also suspect.
This is possible and it's what I would recommend you do, @williamchristophercombs179 . Even though you "underperformed" on this test, your numbers don't put you in danger of outright rejection from your target schools. Apply now and use your likely higher December score for negotiating scholarship money. Good luck and congratulations!
Is it possible to go ahead and submit your applications and also plan on retaking in December? If you retake in December and score better you could always contact the schools you applied to and ask them to please consider your newer/better score.
@sheridickson10526 it's okay. I'll figure it out. @2543 just because I'm valuing at all doesn't mean I'm overvaluing it. With big decisions like whether or not to postpone and retake the LSAT, any tool like that can definitely be helpful.
I'm really seeking advice on whether to move forward with the application process or wait and take the LSAT again since I underperformed.
That one works different than the one I was thinking of. The one I was thinking of you enter your numbers in the top hit enter and it shows you the likelihood of admission. I'm not sure how to use the one you posted, it looks like there are some sliders on the side but when I slide the scales it didn't seem to do anything.
LSN is less than 4% of the data. Let's all cease committing the "overvalues a data set" flaw.
Thanks...
Isn't there a website (I think stumbled across one time but have since not been able to find it) that you enter your GPA & LSAT score & tells you the likely hood of getting into just about any law school in the country? If you guys know which one I'm talking about please refresh my memory. It might also be a helpful tool for combswcc to see the options.
Thanks for the feedback!
You are competitive for a Dillard (full scholarship) at UVA, and you have a very good shot at the others.
3...i just checked u of chicago numbers you are well within the range and they are top 5. I would focus on writing stellar essays and securing solid LORs then apply. Congrats on 171.