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I stupidly ignored the updates about changing my photo before the deadline, because I uploaded the same photo that I used for my June take and figured that it would be fine for September. Just now, I realized that it doesn't conform to the 2x2 box (I'm assuming that this is a new guideline). Now that I can't change my photo, does anybody have any recommendations about what I should do? Im tempted to ignore it, but I know that that is most likely a bad call.
Thanks in advance.
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> @olineali684 said:
> If it helps, I had a friend whos picture was way too small for the box and they let her in. She spent a good two weeks freaking out about it. Just don't overthink it and take an ID with you. Most proctors are pretty lenient, but shit does happen. Should be the last thing on your mind though. Focus on your exam, review, meditate, work out, do whatever you have to do but don't worry about this! it's too late at this point to worry about the picture. :) If they don't let you in, then think of a plan B. Too early for plan B thoughts.
Yeah I read a lot of posts where people said the size wasn't a problem, but I was still up for most of the night wondering if I'd run into problems.
I called LSAC today, and below is a summary of what I was told (incase anyone else has this problem):
- A picture being small alone is not sufficient to deny you admission. If they can identify it is you in the picture you are fine.
- I asked if it would help if I enlarged the image digitally, and was told not do that as you are not allowed to modify the admission ticket in anyway.
If it helps, I had a friend whos picture was way too small for the box and they let her in. She spent a good two weeks freaking out about it. Just don't overthink it and take an ID with you. Most proctors are pretty lenient, but shit does happen. Should be the last thing on your mind though. Focus on your exam, review, meditate, work out, do whatever you have to do but don't worry about this! it's too late at this point to worry about the picture. :) If they don't let you in, then think of a plan B. Too early for plan B thoughts.
Just found out I'm in the same position. My image is 2x1.
Nerve-racking not knowing whether or not I'll be allowed to take the exam.
Oh good! Hoped you'd make it in!
I just wanted to update everyone and say that this was a nonissue for me today, incase you make a similar mistake in the future.
Hi. Same thing happened to me. I called LSAC. They told me that it is ultimately up to the proctor but it is more important that the proctor can identify you. Shouldn't be a problem as long as it's a decent size.
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@heathermallabone538 You could try, but keep in mind that it's too late to change it at this point. If it would ease your mind though, you might as well give it a shot.
So if I'm unsure that my home-taken photo is ok, the lsac will look at it if I call or email?
@7sagestudentservices HAHA! I was wearing a jersey, and trying to show off the number! It was the only photo on my computer that wasn't a selfie. LOL But thanks. I mean its a clear shoulder and up picture.
I have no idea what stance you are making if you are holding your shirt back at the shoulders. Like an upright mummy with crossed arms?
Doesn't matter, as long as you can tell it's you. Don't over think it.
So i just realized my fingers are in the picture for the september test. I am freaking out. I was kind of holding my shirt back at the shoulders. Do you think this is a serious problem? You can clearly see it is me. If I get turned away, does this count as a take?
I had the same issue. I called them (before the deadline) and they told me to upload it from Firefox instead of Safari (since I use a Mac). There have been issues with non-PC users.
It may have also been because your photo was taken with a digital camera, which cuts off the edges horizontally. That was initially an issue for me, so I used my IPhone to get a better picture.
But @heathermallabone538, I would try to call tomorrow. The first time I called, the representative checked my photo and although I had white space he said it was acceptable still. Even though he said it would be fine, I tried uploading it again with Firefox and it worked great:) I hope that helps!!
For anyone still struggling with this issue, and is taking the December exam, the way I fixed this issue was using lunapic (http://www196.lunapic.com/editor/) - you upload your picture and you choose the pixels you want (which would be 195 x 195, according to LSAC)
To anyone who sees a white gap, the bad example they give clearly shows a huge white gap, so I wouldn't be worried too much but then again this is just my opinion
I was worried about the same thing. I have two white stripes on the left and right of my picture, but you can tell my picture is me. Thank you for reaching out to LSAC and finding out for sure.
Yeah I just looked and I'm in the same boat as everyone here, except my white stripe is at the bottom... This definitely wasn't a thing for the June test so I just a a freaking heart attack but my head and shoulders are in and you can clearly see it's me. Glad to hear it worked out okay for everyone. Good luck to everyone :)
This was LSAC's response this morning
To reiterate what others are saying, I think we will be okay!
My photo is sideways and I called LSAC twice about it and they said it's fine as long as it's clearly you.
Glad to hear it worked out.
Just talked to a rep from LSAC, she was actually really nice. She said that the white strip won't be an issue as long as the proctor can look at the picture, identify it's me, and that it's attached. She specifically said that the small white strip wouldn't be a reason to turn me away and that previously accepted June photos will be fine for Sept.
My guess is that the situation will be similar to what @7sagestudentservices was describing. They probably instituted the photo requirement because previously, when you had to attach a photo, some would probably forget to attach it, lose it before arriving to the test center, etc.
1....2....3.... *sigh of relief*
@4728 hmm really? When I signed up for September in June the "what is an acceptable photo?" section was different than how it is now, and back then it definitely did not have the 2x2 requirement. I remember being super cautious and checking my photo against the requirements one by one.
Since when is the 2x2 requirement new? I strongly recall trying to make sure my December '15 photo fit in a 2x2.
Hey guys, I actually emailed them about this issue a couple of days ago. I told them that initially when I uploaded the photo the 2x2 requirement was definitely not there, and I asked if it would be okay or if I could change it.
This was their response:
"I am sorry, but it is now too late to change your photo. Acceptability of your photo will be determined by the test center supervisor on test day. The test center supervisor will confirm that the photo displayed on your admission ticket matches your appearance on the day of the test."
Honestly, I doubt the proctor would deny anyone for this particular issue, but then again, it's LSAC...
@7sagestudentservices i'm sure you are right!
Same issue, I think everyone who has this issue should email LSAC so that maybe the frequency of the mails concerning the same issue makes them more lenient.