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Hi all,
I just recently received my CAS GPA and to say the least, it is MUCH worse than I expected,
I am currently at a University but I got my AA at a community college. My current GPA at my University is 3.83- and I am taking high level courses- I am graduating in December (I am still taking classes).
But due to an oversight on my end I did not realized they took your grades from your AA and all the Institutions you have attended- not that I did bad, but my GPA was about a 3.1.
My CAS GPA is a 3.17.
I was completely distraught when I found this out. I have made the calculations and when I finish my classes in December with an A. Then my new CAS GPA will be a 3.30. (I am certain I will get all A's on my classes this semester)
To be honest, there isn't anything I can do other than Ace my classes this semester, but with that my GPA will still be low.
I took my LSAT in August and I scored a 151, NGL there was a lot that happened that day- I am surprised I even scored in the 150s given the series of events, But I also took the September LSAT last week and that one felt amazing, and I am also going to be taking October, my goal is to get a 160.
I want to go to FIU Law- that is my dream law school - my current undergrad-
Do I even stand a chance with that GPA???
I also wanted to apply in October- but will they even look at my application with my current GPA? I want to get in on early applications, I would resubmit my transcripts once I get them and have a new GPA (probably around January)- and I am planning on writing a short addendum on that.
Does it even matter that my current classes are much harder and I am getting all As on them- as opposed to my undergrad with basic classes (when I was a teenager and obviously didn't care/know the repercussions to my actions).
I have also worked at a prestigious Law Firm for 2 years as a Legal Assistant,
LMK if my efforts are even worth it.
TLDR; 151 LSAT 3.17 GPA- HOPEFULLY stats are 160 LSAT and 3.30 GPA- at the end of the process- do I stand a chance getting into FIU Law?
Thanks!
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I don't have the name of the poster but there is a YouTube channel that the main University of Michigan admissions officer has put together. She has done a number of post having to do with this topic. It will give you hope! Good luck
If you get a 160 and 3.30 you should be fine.
Hi, I just wanted to say that I think you have a good plan! Re-taking the LSAT will be beneficial if you can raise your score. But don't place all your effort into GPA/LSAT, make sure that you write the best personal statement possible. You need to show the school why you are a ideal candidate for their program based off of your passions/experiences/etc. From my research into admissions it seems that schools do have some wiggle room with their stats, so if you focus on the personal statement/other supplemental essays to indicate your interest in their specific school and why you are a strong candidate- you will be fine. Best of luck to you and don't get too discouraged! You got this