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rachelrachel Alum Member
in Law School Admissions 207 karma
The 7Sage community has given such sage advice on all things LSAT that I thought I'd throw out a rather unconventional topic to see if anyone cares to weigh in and illuminate me. I was introduced to the dean of my target law school by a friend of mine who is on the board of trustees at the university. He set us up for a lunch meeting on Friday! I'm curious (and a tad nervous truthfully) how to best approach the meeting. I'm confident in my ability to get in to the law school based on my numbers, but I'm working on a higher LSAT score to maximize my scholarship chances. I am curious: what would you say or do if you were in my situation? I have a few ideas but would love the benefit of this group's input.

I feel like this is an incredible opportunity and I want to get it right. Thanks in advance for any tips or ideas!
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  • AlexAlex Alum Member ⭐
    edited August 2016 23929 karma
    @rachel said:
    I feel like this is an incredible opportunity and I want to get it right. Thanks in advance for any tips or ideas!

    That is so awesome! I'm so jealous, I wish I could meet with the dean of my target law school. My only advice would be to just act normal.... Be yourself, be courteous, professional, and confident. Maybe dress up a bit depending on where you are having lunch.

    I'd have some answers prepared in case he asks "Why X law school?" or "Why you are interested in law?" or "What do you plan on doing with your law degree?" Perhaps some things to ask him if the opportunity arises.

    I think if you have the numbers already and are having a private lunch with the dean, don't worry too much. You got this! Good luck :)
  • combsnicombsni Free Trial Member
    652 karma
    I would even ask him to identify a weakness in their law school or something like "what would you say the main advantage of going to ____ is ?"
  • rachelrachel Alum Member
    207 karma
    These are great ideas @"Alex Divine" and @combsni. I appreciate your support and feedback!
  • AlexAlex Alum Member ⭐
    23929 karma
    @rachel :) Good luck!
  • Cant Get RightCant Get Right Yearly + Live Member Sage ⭐ 🍌 7Sage Tutor
    27899 karma
    Like others have said, just be yourself. Definitely know how you'd answer any of the standard questions, but the advantage of a face-to-face meeting is much more about feel. I think your best possible outcome here is that y'all really click personally and they leave feeling like they really enjoyed themselves. I wouldn't even necessarily be overly eager to talk about school/law/admissions. If you find out they're a birdwatcher or film buff or amateur astronomer or whatever it is they're in to; that would make for great conversation. People love to talk about the things they love, and any experience where they can do that with enthusiasm is a good experience.

    Good luck today!
  • rachelrachel Alum Member
    207 karma
    It went awesome, thanks @"Cant Get Right" !
  • AlexAlex Alum Member ⭐
    23929 karma
    @rachel Did you find out anything exciting about the law school? Also, are you thinking more about attending the school now that you got to meet with the dean?

    Also, I have to ask, what did you order!!! ;)
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