Self-study
I am planning to apply for law school this upcoming cycle. I am one year post -grad. What is the best approach or template for writing an addendum for a class you took during undergraduate? Additionally, do you guys find that admissions counselors are worth the money or are there other alternatives you prefer? - Sincerely a First Gen Prospective Law Student
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@jaidaanderson - And I'll take the opposite approach of answering the addenda question while letting the others talk about admissions consulting!
I assume from your question that you want to write an addenda because of a bad grade in a class. If that's the case, consider this format (and if it's NOT, feel free to clarify!):
Introduction that clearly states the issue at hand (eg, "I would like to take the opportunity to provide further context to my grade in Biochem 2 during my sophomore year of college.").
Give the direct who/what/why of the situation. Just do it in one paragraph and keep your balance between a) providing enough details so that your audience understands what happened and b) not going overboard.
Give us the resolution to the matter. Did you retake the class? Did you switch majors? Did you realize that you had to approach similar classes in a different way going forward?
Wrap it up with a note of being open to any further questions (eg, "Thank you for your consideration and please don't hesitate to contact me if the admissions committee has any further questions regarding this matter.").
If you are above medians or if your GPA is within the 25th and LSAT is above median I would only consider using a consultant for personal statement. If you want to go to schools that are reaches I think a consultant will be very helpful
I don't have much experience with your first question, so I will answer the second. An admission counselor is incredibly helpful to applying to law school. A writing consultant is most helpful. The quality of my application is much stronger because I am working with a writing consultant and admission counselor at 7sage. If you're not aiming for the T30, I would purchase what you would like by the hour rather than a package.