Self-study
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
@JOEWISNIEWSKI Thank you! I will check it out.
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
@Amybekind23 Also it might be good in your case to write an addendum to discuss your low grades in AA. Briefly discussing honestly why they were low and indicating that you've had better grades as you've progressed will be important!
@Amybekind23 Thank you so much!!! I have a personal statement that I really like and think is fitting- I think Im going to pay someone to review it and give me pointers and see how I can really perfect it and make it the best personal statement for me and my situation. But thank you so much for your input! It is very encouraging :)