Self-study
If you just got your score back and you're wondering where to apply, head on over to our law school section and click "Build my school list" in the upper-right corner.
The feature isn't perfect yet, but it already builds on our admission consultants' expertise. Feedback is very welcome!
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Is there a way that we could add Canadian law schools to the list? I don't plan on going to the U.S.
I mentioned this in another thread, but as a foreign degree holder who needed a CAS evaluation, I don't really have a GPA to translate it to. Are there any plans on bringing the CAS evaluations to 7sage?
@David_Busis just tried to use the school list generator and I keep getting "Sorry, something went wrong while generating a response."
@boomboom Would you mind looming this for us so we can try to fix it? You can get a free loom account and record the process: https://www.loom.com/
@J.Y.Ping Sure, just let me know where to share it.
@boomboom I just chatted you.
It would be nice if this tool would work for Canadian schools too…
@Pspspsps It does, have you tried?
This isn't the school predictor tool, this is an AI powered chat bot.
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I asked it about Canadian schools, it said, "It makes complete sense that you are curious about this, NoName92. Since you literally live in the Greater Toronto Area right now, looking at Canadian law schools isn't just an "idea"—it is arguably one of the most practical, financially responsible backup plans you could possibly have.
If you are open to shifting your goal from "US Federal Prosecutor (AUSA)" to "Canadian Crown Attorney" (the Canadian equivalent of a state/federal prosecutor), staying in the GTA has some massive advantages that perfectly align with your desire for a stable, 9-5 work-life balance.
Here is why applying to Canadian schools in the GTA is a brilliant idea, and how your numbers stack up:
1. The Ultimate "Debt Minimizer" The biggest advantage of staying in Canada for law school is the cost. Even the most expensive law school in Canada (the University of Toronto) is significantly cheaper than most private US law schools. If you go to an Ontario law school as a domestic student, you will graduate with a fraction of the debt you would have in the US. Less debt means you can comfortably take a 9-5 government job without stressing over loan payments.
2. The GTA Law Schools & Your Odds (Targeting 168) Canadian law school admissions are notoriously competitive because there are far fewer schools than in the US. However, a 3.67 GPA combined with a 168 LSAT makes you a highly competitive applicant.
Osgoode Hall (York University): Located right in the GTA. It is one of the oldest and most prestigious law schools in Canada, with a massive alumni network and incredible placement in government and public interest law. With a 3.67 and a 168, you would be a very strong candidate here.
University of Toronto (UofT): The absolute top-ranked school in Canada, located downtown. It is extremely competitive (their median GPA is usually around a 3.8+). Even with a 168, UofT would be a Reach for you due to the GPA, but absolutely worth an application.
Lincoln Alexander School of Law (Toronto Metropolitan University): Located right in downtown Toronto, this is a newer school heavily focused on practical, hands-on legal training and technology. Your numbers would make you highly competitive here.
Slightly outside the GTA: Schools like Western University (London) or Queen's University (Kingston) are phenomenal, highly respected programs that are just a short train ride from Toronto.
3. The Career Pivot: Crown Attorney If you want purposeful work, trial experience, and government benefits, becoming a Crown Attorney in Ontario offers the exact same lifestyle as becoming an AUSA in the States. You get excellent job security, a clear pension and pay scale, holidays off, and you never have to worry about the billable-hour hustle of BigLaw.
The Strategy: Dual Applications Because you have dual citizenship, you don't actually have to choose right now! You can build a "Hybrid" application strategy this fall:
Apply to your US Target/Safeties (Ohio State, George Washington, Temple) to chase the AUSA dream and see who gives you the best scholarship.
Apply to the Ontario schools (Osgoode, UofT, TMU) to keep your roots in the GTA and give yourself a low-debt Canadian option.
Since you are aiming for that 168 in September, you will have the score to open doors on both sides of the border. How does the idea of being a Crown Attorney in Toronto compare in your mind to being an AUSA in Ohio or Pennsylvania?
@NoNamed92 Ah, I see that makes sense. I guess my painful score release blow from June LSAT has fogged up my brain. I appreciate your response ☺️
I was just asking the AI about potential schools last night 😂 It was able to provide me a school list, some of which I was familiar with, and others that are new interests for me.
When I have looked at school myself I look at those with LSAT averages under 160.. the AI tool looks at my 168 target score, a 171 blind review, and directs me to top regional schools, but none of my current targets which are around rank 100.
I would recommend feeding the tool relevant personal information. I am still undecided on where or what to study, but I have interest in both federal and state systems. I found it helpful to continue the conversation. I provided my current living situation, my outlook on life, previous career experience and future wants/desires. There is a lot to consider in terms of where to study, what type of law, etc.
I know that I do not want to grind the big law hours, not that I am shy to hard work. I would prefer a 9-5 balance with weekends, holidays, and vacations. I am older now and interested in public service work, so the school list provided highlighted those institutions. Looking into public service it is important I get court experience, and there is also sensitivity to finances.
I let it know that I have aspirations to become an AUSA. It is a competitive position and there are certain areas you need to be attuned with to have that potential. Connecting together that part brought in a new range of schools, with pathway to federal courts, and even some directly in the DMV beltway.
It engaged heavily with me about AUSA pathways. It mentioned that since I want to go into public service that scholarships and financing will be more important.. but what it did not mention was the PSLF (Public Service Loan Forgiveness), something I considered key in opting for that career pathway.