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Is it possible to submit an application to a school before you even have an LSAT score on file? Since some schools review applications on a rolling basis, and since it's to your advantage to apply as early as possible, would an admissions committee review your application sooner than others if it was submitted earlier and then updated with an LSAT score several weeks later?
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Yes.
Ok, thanks! So it sounds like I should probably hold off submitting an application even if I have it done until I get a score on file.
To the school, yes.
would an admissions committee review your application sooner than others if it was submitted earlier and then updated with an LSAT score several weeks later?
Also schools often encourage doing this to "hold your place in line" as in theory, your app will be "ahead" of those that applied after they received LSAT scores. But the cost of doing so, is not worth it in my opinion, as you lose out on waivers, and you wont be *that* far ahead.
It seems to be more a ploy to increase applications rather than provide an advantage to applicants.
You can also get them for:
1) Asking Nicely
2) Having worked for PeaceCorp/TeachAmerica and often Americorps
3) Work for a nonprofit
4) Demonstrate Need
5) Are a Vet
6) Visit a school during "law day" or other day
7) LSAC Forum
@aidoe339 Yes, schools give out fee waivers based on LSAT score (but also for other reasons, too). You still need to pay the LSAC CAS fee, which is around $30 per school, although that can be waived based on financial criteria.
You can get a fee waiver based on how well you score?
You can but they won't review it until you have a score. Also it might be better to wait since you might be able to get a fee waiver based on your score.