GPA Question

lmekahel

Hi,
Was wondering how big of an impact a 3.65 GPA is vs a 3.66 GPA is for Law schools. I'm debating if I should take an extra class to raise my GPA, but I also want to make sure that I can get straight A's, not stress out too much, and study a little for the LSATs when I dont have midterms or finals. I'm kind of wondering what you guys think if taking the extra class is worth the headache?

The 180 Bro_OVO

If the class is going to add significant stress and lead for you to get lower grades overall, I can't see how it would be a decent idea.

lmekahel

Well lets say that I can get my GPA up from instead of 3.65 to a 3.66 would it be worth it?

How big of a difference would law schools look at a .01 difference?

Nanchito-1-1

You want to make sure that gpa of yours is pristine af. If there's a chance of stress and headache that can affect it, id pass on the extra class. Once you graduate you cant change your gpa.

Sprinkles

@nanchito said:
You want to make sure that gpa of yours is pristine af. If there's a chance of stress and headache that can affect it, id pass on the extra class. Once you graduate you cant change your gpa.

Yup! I would also add that people who take extra classes to raise their GPA do so if it can impact it more than. 01. I would pass on this.

d.c.webb89

More time and effort on the LSAT is probably worth more than the time that would be put into earning a .01 increase in GPA.

Harrison_Pav

I think .01 is fairly insignificant. I'd suggest instead of taking an extra class, take sometime to build up your application in another form. Maybe get some extra volunteer hours or something else like that. I'm also happy to hear that I'm not the only one taking this test while they're in their undergrad. Good luck studying!

JustDoIt

I don't think it matters much either to be honest. Take the time to study. Studying while at university is already very stressful and can effect a lot of things. If it is only going to raise you up that much, I don't think it's worth it.

Cant Get Right

Yeah, I wouldn't go out of my for 0.01.

lmekahel

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@nanchito

Got it! Thanks for the advice.