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Law School InterviewsHi there! Has anyone here had the experience of interviewing for a law school? One of the schools I'm applying to has interviews and since it's not t…
... -- I skype interviewed with Northwestern Law for their accelerated JD program ... imagine this relates to most law schools trying to create ... I'd face coming to law school, which she said ... the interviewer think makes their law school distinctive because of ... -
in need of helpHello everyone, hope all is well; I am writing this post after taking a PT, (my 8th total), and i am literally heart broken. After spending the la…
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Post Your Questions about EssaysDo you have questions about personal statements, diversity statements or other law school essays? Post them here. I'm writing an F.A.Q. for the perso…
When should/shouldn't we write addenda? Any advice on how to avoid sounding whiny when explaining mitigating circumstances for a low GPA or LSAT score? -
Post Your Questions about EssaysDo you have questions about personal statements, diversity statements or other law school essays? Post them here. I'm writing an F.A.Q. for the perso…
... come to believe that a low-LSAT addendum is just as ... or beyond. Imagine explaining your low GPA or LSAT score to that ... />
Example of a valid low-GPA explanation: You had to travel ... relative. (Only works if your GPA is lower sophomore year than ... -
Be real with me pleaseAlright, I already took and canceled my July 2015 score and registered for the October test. I have been studying all summer and I am now taking PTs.…
... necessarily beneficial to those with low GPA's. I'm not on ... -
Be real with me pleaseAlright, I already took and canceled my July 2015 score and registered for the October test. I have been studying all summer and I am now taking PTs.…
... necessarily beneficial to those with low GPA's.
You ... worst thing for those with low GPA's to do is to ... apply with a low LSAT score. So don't ... -
What's the word on being a Splitter?I've been reading a bit lately about the "attractiveness" of splitters. How does being a splitter work in relation to T14 or hey...15-75ish? Does hig…
... are high LSAT/low GPA and reverse splitters are high GPA/low LSAT. In ... to make up for a low LSAT score (sub 160- ... If you have a high GPA there is really no reason ... that by applying with a low LSAT score. Even if it ... it by applying with a low LSAT. Take the time ... -
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Why are LSAT scores given so much weight for admissions decisions?Dear JY, I love your website. The explanations for the logical games are carefully thought out and well presented. I wished I knew about your web…
... rolling admissions process in law school is about everything ... /> Given the expense of law school, how associates are hired ... these conclusions about LSAT scores, law schools grades, rankings, and ... .com/taxprof_blog/2013/09/law-school-gpa-.html
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Is it silly to work towards a high lsat to compensate for a really low gpa?Hi 7sagers, A little bit of background. I have a 2.4 ugpa. Needless to say, my chances ride or die by my score on the LSAT. After working as a par…
In my opinion, your low GPA is all the more reason to do well on the LSAT. That's what I would do.
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Addendum or no?Before I transferred to my degree granting school, I was cramming in a lot classes in the last semester before I transferred, and I ended up making a…
Personally, I have never seen that to be the case and was not told to write one by my consultant and one grade out of ~40 is likely not going to make too much of an impact on your GPA. GPA addenda are for addressing low GPA, not addressing a single grade. -
High LSAT v. GPA during the Admissions process.fairly simple question, how much more would a law school be willing to accept a student with a high LSAT score but a low GPA? for some background:…
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High LSAT v. GPA during the Admissions process.fairly simple question, how much more would a law school be willing to accept a student with a high LSAT score but a low GPA? for some background:…
... happen IF you get your GPA to 3.0, and IF ... while trying to raise your GPA and get a kickass LSAT ... you and the 2.0 GPA you. Work experience helps a ... , especially for splitters (high LSAT, low GPA).
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[Ended] Live Lightning Consultations—Tues, Aug 2nd @ 9pm EST<p><strong>Update:</strong> Thanks for your amazing responses, everyone. I’ve been pouring through them, trying to figure out how I would choose from…
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I have a low GPA but have shown steady improvement ... years. Nonetheless, it's a low number.
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When is the best time for me to apply for Law School?I took the LSAT last December with the attention of going to Law School in Fall. I was extremely busy when I originally took the test and barley stud…
... come to believe that a low-LSAT addendum is just as ... or beyond. Imagine explaining your low GPA or LSAT score to that ... />
Example of a valid low-GPA explanation: You had to travel ... relative. (Only works if your GPA is lower sophomore year than ... -
Nervous for LSAT and admissionsI'm unfortunately taking the LSAT coming up this Saturday, but I feel that I'm not entirely ready or maybe just discouraged. My score has fluctuated…
@greenbergcoupons no it isn't a negative. A low gpa from a lower grade college would be much more negative lol! Where are you applying? -
Addendum for Science Grades?Hey everybody! Before I graduated from my university, my advisor suggested I write an addendum for my science grades. He has since changed profes…
... legitimate reasons to explain the GPA drop, or you are splitter ... would help to explain the low GPA, otherwise I don't really ... -
Having serious doubtsSo as my title says, I've been having serious doubts about Law School. I'm a senior at a state university have a very poor GPA at 2.8, but I was diag…
... as you. I have a low GPA as well but it was ... explaining your situation and your low GPA compared to letting the admissions ... make assumptions about why your GPA is low. -
When is an addendum necessary?I'm looking for some clarification on when/when not to write an addendum for a less than stellar GPA. When is it necessary and/or helpful to write on…
... come to believe that a low-LSAT addendum is just as ... or beyond. Imagine explaining your low GPA or LSAT score to that ... />
Example of a valid low-GPA explanation: You had to travel ... relative. (Only works if your GPA is lower sophomore year than ... -
Last Day Of Work! For Those who study full-time, what is your schedule like?Hey Ya'll, So it is official that my last day of work will be the end of the month! It has been a great 2 years and I've learned a lot, but someti…
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Last Day Of Work! For Those who study full-time, what is your schedule like?Hey Ya'll, So it is official that my last day of work will be the end of the month! It has been a great 2 years and I've learned a lot, but someti…
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What defines a splitter?I don't know if there is a technical definition on the matter, but I'm curious what scores/GPAs make you a splitter. Is it overall, or specific to sc…
... as possible mitigating factors. A low GPA at a world leading institution ... admissions board compared to a low GPA at a community program. A ... -
What defines a splitter?I don't know if there is a technical definition on the matter, but I'm curious what scores/GPAs make you a splitter. Is it overall, or specific to sc…
... as possible mitigating factors. A low GPA at a world leading institution ... admissions board compared to a low GPA at a community program. A ... agree. An upward trend in GPA is also something that will ... cracking the T13. Distance that GPA my friends, and make up ... -
International Student, Extreme Splitter WannabeTo put it bluntly, my UG scores are below average - the LSAC will probably have a seizure looking at my transcripts. My transcripts will most likely …
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> If ... have had a great grad GPA ( wont help much), cracked a ... average" rating for your international GPA you have a chance at ... distance between you the the gpa will prove helpful. -
Law School Applications - Extremely low GPAHello, I recently completed an undergraduate degree in mathematics (At McMaster University in Canada) and finished with a GPA of around 1.9. There ar…
... can go and redo your GPA?? Is it possible? Less than ... 2.0 GPA essentially means you have failed ... to further emphasize how low one's GPA is when they seek ... stated in the title extremely low GPA, I am sure he is ... -
Is it silly to work towards a high lsat to compensate for a really low gpa?Hi 7sagers, A little bit of background. I have a 2.4 ugpa. Needless to say, my chances ride or die by my score on the LSAT. After working as a par…
I also hope OP got her dream school. She was well on her way to score a great LSAT. I sympathize with her more than anything. Worrying about low GPA, giving all to LSAT prep, fretting over getting waitlisted, super splitters have a lot to worry about :/ -
Law school acceptance dataI just wanted to see whats a somewhat reliable way of figuring out whether or not you will be accepted to a certain law school. I am interested in go…
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> Degree ... 's safe to write the low GPA off due to immaturity (which ... show positive improvement on your GPA, schools still have to report ... solely off of your LSAC GPA, which hurts their numbers. Granted ... -
Northwestern Pritzker to accept GRE Fall 2018Hey y'all, We got an email from Dean Rodriguez this morning that provides in relevant part: > At Northwestern Pritzker School of Law, we are f…
... mind, starting in Fall 2018, Northwestern Law will allow JD applicants to ... Record Examination (GRE) or the Law School Admissions Test (LSAT) for ... -
Will It help if I prepare for the LSATs while in Highschool?I graduate next year and I want to do the best in the LSATs, so if I prepare(not fully commit to it but still understand) the LSATs does anyone think…
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Will It help if I prepare for the LSATs while in Highschool?I graduate next year and I want to do the best in the LSATs, so if I prepare(not fully commit to it but still understand) the LSATs does anyone think…
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