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Several Questions (regarding Core Curriculum, and Applications)Hi, I'm hoping I can get some responses for the following concerns: <u>Core Curriculum</u> I've been steadily going through the CC, and it has …
... what you want to accomplish are rooted in compelling experiences, then ... want to be a lawyer" essays, tread lightly. These guys read ... and the majority of them are almost certainly terrible.
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Anyone want to swap personal statements?Hi! We're all obviously very heavily invested in our PS's and I thought it would be extremely useful to have semi-anonymous feedback from each other.…
... the more interesting personal statements are those that write about an ... fine though. I've seen really good essays from both. Whatever you ... -
Letter Pertinent to the applicationI just wanted to see how you guys view all of the elements of the application. I know the personal statement is the most important, but how do you gu…
... you absolutely must write an optional essay. It is far better ... suspect that these essays are invariably bad when they are written out of ... -
Visiting school and talk with admission people---helpful? hurt?Hello, would like to hear from other students as well... So I'm thinking to visit the schools that I would like to apply. Would it be helpful to …
... lot of the BS that are in the Pollyanna brochures/handouts ... made writing the Why X essays A LOT easier, and they ... was amazing...etc." You can really make your Why X essay ... -
Emotional Burn-out after Prepping for so LongSo I've been prepping for the LSAT for quite some time now and the process has been very emotionally draining. I know I've spoken to many others who,…
... school work, or anything else really. I just get up and ... to believe that I'll really hit my target score :)
really something that crosses my mind ... . All my application materials and essays are finished. I spent months writing ... -
Who to address in the general recommendation letterHope everyone had a great Christmas weekend! Quick question to those of you who had a chance to submit a general letter of recommendation to LSAC.…
... research into what law schools are looking for in a ... I wrote all of my essays, and then checked the ... apps). I attached my essays to the email and included ... 'm xyz, but abc are a weakness in my app ... work done alone and nothing really collaborative there, I'd ... -
3.8, 164. Is T-14 out of reach?I'm a non-URM and have average softs with 2-3 years of work experience. If I don't mind paying a sticker, which T-14 schools should I apply? Do I ev…
... PS, write the supplemental essays (if there are any), and submit ASAP ... have been rejecting folks with really high LSAT scores for yield ... the Michigan admissions process is really holistic and that they're ... know that UVA has a really high median GPA so that ... -
Advise on how to best study with 7sage for a newbieHi all, I'm studying to take the September 2017 LSAT. I've just enrolled in the 7Sage Ultimate+ course. For those more experienced with the cours…
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School Admission Goals - Can I obtain a full ride to T2/T3 with low 160s lsat?Alright - I've managed to raise my pt scores to the high 150s/low 160s. Trying to consistently score in the mid 160s; I've been scheduled for the Jun…
... for awhile now. My goals are kinda simple - obtain a ... for Law school) - Was really impressed with A&M ... my future wife; we are somewhat well off/I ... $$$, and tailor your apps/essays when applying to each school ... Sounds like you're really close to hitting the ... -
Studying for Sept LSAT & Application Process + softs questionHi all, (Background Info) I was originally going to sit for the June LSAT, allowing me (hopefully) ample time to perfect my applications to apply …
... application game, numbers are king. Softs only really help you in a ... great for writing top-quality essays. It takes time and a ... on your background), Why X essays (especially for Michigan if it ... top pick), and any additional essays.
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When to start admissions prep?I am about a third of the way done with the CC and plan on taking the LSAT in February 2018 (unless I'm not ready in which case, I will push back to …
... great number of essays to write. First, there are the personal ... write Why X essays for the schools you really want to attend ... your transcripts and LOR requests are sent out. This can take ... you may need to write essays for scholarships (some schools have ... -
Admission ConsultantsHey guys, I just wanted to get your opinion on different law school admissions consultants. I want to get help with the whole application process…
... their reputation specifically. They were really great with the other elements ... . It's just that the essays are really about 90% of what a ... -
Should I retake?So, I'm faced with a dilemma. I scored a 169 on the June LSAT but I really badly wanted a 170+ on my exam. My 169 is nice because it still puts me in…
... on the LSAT when I really buckle down, and that's ... invest the time into my essays instead. :)
If your ... the right choice, 100%. Those are, IMO, pretty weak reasons.
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Should I retake?So, I'm faced with a dilemma. I scored a 169 on the June LSAT but I really badly wanted a 170+ on my exam. My 169 is nice because it still puts me in…
... on the LSAT when I really buckle down, and that's ... invest the time into my essays instead. :)
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> ... the right choice, 100%. Those are, IMO, pretty weak reasons.
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When will the "old" tests not be *AS* worth doing?I've often contemplated and discussed this with many on this forum and others like it. We now are going to have over 85 PTs available to prep fro…
... them before the test and really getting your writing in top ... sense is that if they really want to know how you ... written sections of your application are not really the best indicator because ... /> Yeah, they look at the essays, so they say. I've ...What to read to improve Reading Comp?I'd like to really hammer down and improve my RC score. What are the best things to read to improve RC score? My problem is reading speed/comprehensi…
... like academic stuff, journals and essays are great. Don't force it ... documentaries and pop-science shows really useful. So don't just ...The cost associated with LSAT prep & law school is classist and discouraging.
... , pencils, ect. doesn't really matter. It's an outlet ... advice those tutors or teachers are giving isn't valuable. ... school resumes and essays. Law school admissions are shockingly predictable based ... scholarship game and the LSAT are your saving grace.
...The cost associated with LSAT prep & law school is classist and discouraging.
... , pencils, ect. doesn't really matter. It's an outlet ... advice those tutors or teachers are giving isn't valuable. ... school resumes and essays. Law school admissions are shockingly predictable based ... scholarship game and the LSAT are your saving grace.
...What questions to ask at a Law School Forum?I am attending the JD Law School Forum in Houston next month and wanted some advice on what questions were appropriate/inappropriate to ask. I'm …
... conversations are really beneficial both practically and as reference points in essays. Take ...Help! When Schools don't specify word count on Personal EssaysJust had a question regarding writing personal statements and other essays. Any insight from others would be appreciated! @"David.Busis" also if yo…
maybe it is because on OLSAS they break up the 4,000 word essay into two 2,000 word essays? And then leave a 2,500 word optional essay? I don't really get the logic as writing one 4,000 word essay is different than writing two 2,000 word essaysHow to Write a Personal Statement Without (Almost) Any Notable Experiences?Disclaimer: I _do_ have one personal experience that may be worth writing about. I had something of a nervous breakdown on campus, and it served a ca…
... Within the course, there are a number of sample ... to go about writing really personal topics or issues ... br />
I also really liked a section in the ... the essays and how it is possible to really fit ... There is also a really helpful brainstorming exercise in ...Advice on AddendumHey everyone, miss me? So I know I disappeared and a few 7sagers know why, but after a lot of thought i've decided to proceed forward with my appl…
... test well on standardized tests. Essays, short answers and written ... " recommended, but that addendum really should be explaining why your ... to get qualified candidates and are convinced. But, if the ... law schools are just trying to maximize position ...Timed Preptest 148 BR 167-170, how do I proceed now?Hey guys, I recently finished the core curriculum and began doing preptests. On my last two (PT 39 and PT 42) I got a 148, but in the BR i got a 1…
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- Really practice diagramming conditional logic. I ...Benefits of Blind Reviewing RCSorry if this has been asked before or just sounds silly, but are there benefits to blind reviewing RC?
... of the essay. I am really bad at the questions that ... i'm writing about theoretical essays.
My point is that ... what types of questions you are bad at and finding ways ...Personal Statement difficultiesHey everyone I need some help/advice. While studying for the LSAT it seemed to me that there was a method to the madness certain steps/processes to f…
... ...the actual writing process is really difficult. I used this rough ... is central to who you are.
I was originally ... 's a less "professional" but really spoke to who I am ... /news/their-own-words-admissions-essays-workedRealistically, how important are personal statements?Realistically, how important are personal statements in determining whether you get in or not? I've been stressing out over mine and I'm starting to …
... is pretty important if you are a fringe student. This is ... on his essay...guess it really depends on your stats.
essays, so when you have applicants ...When do admissions take holiday?Hi, I'm wondering when admission officers take their Christmas Break (do they have new years break too?), because I don't know if I should hand in my…
... . If you think your optional statement could really help you, then just ... all schools) is that they are on holiday break from the ...Conference Papers on ResumeDoes anyone have any advice on how I go about putting research papers I presented at conferences on my resume? Do I just put them under my education …
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1. If you are wanting to go to law ... a heavy research/policy focus really want to see that you ...Retake 173**Question: ** should I retake the LSAT? **Background: ** I took the Dec. LSAT (first time) and scored a 173. I know that’s a good score, but it’…
... you in anywhere if your essays are strong enough. I'd say ... my only cause for concern, really. I've read that once ...
