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any chance at all?Hello, I have a UGPA of 2.3 and I am an "old man" at 52 who was an idiot as a kid. I'd like to go to law school and I'm wondering if it is imposs…
... Mike! I'm going to be applying to law school as ... of recommendation and knock your personal statement out of the park, I ... . There's nothing to lose in applying, so go for it ... -
Is having legal experience vital to getting into a top 25 law school?I understand that having experience in the legal field would separate a person from other applicants and boost admission chances. However, if I did n…
For some people it might be a nice soft to add ... and personal statement. If you don't have any background in law you ... of your personal statement to express why you are interested in law. There ... -
Should I take the LSAT in August and October, or just October?I just completed the core curriculum a few days ago and took a PT and got a 171. I'd like to get mid 170s in a perfect world, and I'm signed up for t…
... take it in October? Thus, my suggestion would be to hold ... off on taking it in August, ... there is not much difference in applying between September and November ... PT scores, hammer your personal statement in that time and then apply ... -
Complete List of New MediansHey everyone, We compiled a complete list of the 2018 medians (class of 2021) here: [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1tUI5y-Sw2utvXvUEk9IQD…
... 're submitting an entire application -- in addition to your LSAT and ... , you're also submitting a personal statement, recommendation letters, transcript(s), diversity ... ! I'm sure you'll be fine :smile: -
Question on personal statementHi all, I'm starting to write my personal statement and have been seeing a lot of divided opinions on whether you should include a "why you want …
... that your application (not necessarily personal statement) should indicate why you want ... need to explain your interest in law. If you studied music ... teacher right now, it would be helpful to let the adcoms ... mention why you are interested in law, even if that's ... -
Does language proficiency merit a diversity statement?White heterosexual male here. Ergo, don't have any 'typical' diversity factors and I'm curious if I could write a diversity statement about the langu…
... in language family range. Maybe even towards the end of your personal statement ... work it into your personal statement as something that makes ... of people who may not be proficient in English - least of ... that you have the personal drive and interest to really ... -
Personal Statement - Canadian Law SchoolsTo all my fellow Canadian 7sagers, would anyone like to swap personal statements and/or discuss ideas? I have been looking at the resources available…
I'd be interested in this! I'd love to talk to more people going through the Canadian admissions process - maybe we can all share our ideas and thoughts on the personal statement -
Low GPA (good LSAT) - opinions for admissions?So my UGPA ended at a 3.1, but I don't know how my CAS GPA will look like, and fear it could be significantly worse- around a 2.8 even. I re-took sev…
... writing a great personal statement that would explain the shortcomings in your GPA ... plan to write a killer statement which addresses the GPA.
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How much does admissions consulting help?Im taking the LSAT in October and November and based on my pt scores I’m most likely going to be a reverse splitter. My gpa was a 3.83 and my most re…
... can make suggestions on your personal statement and resume. If that fails ... to help you (I'd be happy to help!) Second, law ... 164 lsat, and you'll be accepted at BC with decent ... a scholarship.
Case in point, I submitted apps earlier ... -
Is the 7Sage Admission Course worth it?Has anyone purchased the 7Sage Admissions Course? Is it worth the sticker price? We're down to one income due to Covid-19 and $3K for me right now mi…
... me out tremendously. To be honest I was actually late ... and given me more confidence in my applications. I am ... or to attend grad school in general), so having someone ... the difference. My personal statement and diversity statement are totally complete and ... -
Is the 7Sage Admission Course worth it?Has anyone purchased the 7Sage Admissions Course? Is it worth the sticker price? We're down to one income due to Covid-19 and $3K for me right now mi…
... consider the consulting package to be pricey, I'm really ... was able to complete my personal statement (plus diversity essay and ... help I got on my personal statement and other necessary essays ... someone who is very knowledgable in this field, is absolutely ... -
Writing addenda for both GPA and LSATIs this a bad idea? I have a low UGPA due to abuse, forced marriage. Low LSAT b/c COVID work, and having to homeschool/care for my children full ti…
... admissions committee is going to be swayed.
Re: ... 'd consider discussing that in your personal statement and not submitting the ... people had and still have personal strife; how did the ... they need these scores to be the highest possible and no ... -
Writing addenda for both GPA and LSATIs this a bad idea? I have a low UGPA due to abuse, forced marriage. Low LSAT b/c COVID work, and having to homeschool/care for my children full ti…
... 'd consider discussing that in your personal statement and not submitting the ... people had and still have personal strife; how did the ... you write that you would be making the assumption that you ... accept. Also, they will probably be wondering why you didn't ... -
169 on LSAT flexI’m really happy with my score but can I get into some T 20 schools with a 169 on LSAT and a 3.33 GPA? NYU is my dream school and I really want to ap…
... I’m going to be the optimist in this situation. @VerdantZephyr brings ... up some excellent points in terms of T25 and T20 ... which means writing a killer personal statement and DS if applicable, and ... have friends who have gotten in with similar odds (I know ... -
⚖ Official October 2020 LSAT-Flex Discussion Thread ⚖Hey 7Sagers, Here's the official October 2020 LSAT-Flex Discussion Thread. <center><font color="red">**Please keep all discussions of the Octob…
... am doubtful I'll get in with this score so any ... to retake it, it'll be in a few months and so ... if you think it would be worth the time and money ... can manage it, it might be worth it just to give ... take the time on your personal statement and other materials to make ... -
Can I talk about religion in PS?Hi everyone, I'm happy to say that I'm done with LSAT now (received a 168. Thank you JY!). Congrats on everyone who took the OCT LSAT and good luc…
... this personal statement topic is how does that tie in to ... you wanting to pursue law? Religion can be ... , a better code of personal ethics, and the ability ... on your path to be a determined law student ... successful lawyer. At least in the way you posed ... -
Applications are up 50.7% this year! Should I apply in December or early next cycle?Hello all! I am trying to decide whether to apply this year or next year. I'm hoping for some feedback. **Considerations for Applying Next Year…
... the strongest application ready in time for this cycle ... you'll rush your personal statement/getting the highest possible ... applications and hit send in September (and a larger ... cycle harder. It may be an overall harder cycle, ... seem like it would be a far, far ... -
Diversity Statement Help - Should I write one based on my situation?Hi 7Sagers, I was born in China, adopted and raised by my uncle and aunt (one of my parents passed away when I was three), and immigrated to the U…
... ABSOLUTELY write a diversity statement. While oftentimes in other contexts diversity is ... probably better suited to the personal statement if it works there. It ... patent law that really should be in your personal statement. A PS should always ... -
Diversity Statement Help - Should I write one based on my situation?Hi 7Sagers, I was born in China, adopted and raised by my uncle and aunt (one of my parents passed away when I was three), and immigrated to the U…
... ABSOLUTELY write a diversity statement. While oftentimes in other contexts diversity is ... probably better suited to the personal statement if it works there. It ... patent law that really should be in your personal statement. A PS should always ... -
Duke Personal StatementHey everyone, Duke Law's personal statement prompt says to mention your "personal and career ambitions," but in my "Why Law, Why Duke" optional e…
Hey! I think you will be fine not following the prompt ... to law school in general and Duke in particular." I ignored ... part because I addressed that in my personal statement, so I only wrote ... cover that in the optional essay and not the personal statement, that ... -
Duke Personal StatementHey everyone, Duke Law's personal statement prompt says to mention your "personal and career ambitions," but in my "Why Law, Why Duke" optional e…
... Hey! I think you will be fine not following the prompt ... to law school in general and Duke in particular." I ignored ... part because I addressed that in my personal statement, so I only wrote ... cover that in the optional essay and not the personal statement, that ... -
21 Admission CycleToo late to take the January LSAT & apply for Fall 21 Admission in Feb? Higher score later > Lower score earlier? Anyone else in the same situatio…
... scholarships to those applying later in the priority cycle, so ... various tutors, do not be too concerned about the timeliness ... Jan LSAT. Have your personal statement, diversity statement, and applications ready to ... to be okay. Study hard. We're all in this ... -
Who to use for verifiers???I am applying to a Canadian school (not sure if its the same in the states) and you need to submit 2 verifiers of your PS along with the 2 references…
... information you have provided in your application/personal statement (with regard to ... activities, etc.) They should be people who know you ... reference.
Verifiers could be employers, a family friend, ... one person might not be able to verify everything, ... -
advice/motivation?Hi guys! Sorry this may be a long post but I am in need of MOTIVATION for studying for the LSAT. My story basically starts with me idiotically inves…
... its time (cliche but true). Be patient with your self, take ... to explore, write a killer personal statement, get some real world experience ... , and you will find success in this. Good luck and take ... -
Keep a159?I scored a 159 on the LSAT Flex in November. I had been testing in the mid 160s and the environment I took the FLEX was distracting for part of the t…
... an extra point or two in January could make a big ... retesting. I think it would be good to let them know ... I can get this personal statement right) and retaking in January to try ... -
168 on November Flex (Not Giving Up on My 170+ Dream!) Retake Advice PleaseI earned a 168 on my November Flex (my first real LSAT) I started out in the mid-140s as a diagnostic. It's been 3 weeks since I looked at any LSAT m…
@HelloMoto Thanks for the in depth reply, it is very ... year to my personal statement(s) as I will be applying to approximately ... -
Should I Retake in January? (Canadian Student)Hi everyone! I need a little advice and I was hoping someone could help me out. This is my second year applying to law school. Last year I scored …
... would not rewrite the LSAT in January if I were you ... coupled with a 160 should be enough to make you competitive ... say that with a strong personal statement, schools like York and UofT ... -
Should I Retake in January? (Canadian Student)Hi everyone! I need a little advice and I was hoping someone could help me out. This is my second year applying to law school. Last year I scored …
... not rewrite the LSAT in January if I were ... with a 160 should be enough to make you ... say that with a strong personal statement, schools like York and ... and have been doing practice in the meantime. I got ... up cancelling my LSAT date in January, but if not, ... -
Does this topic count as a Diversity Statement?I am a URM and wanted to draft a diversity statement. However, my topic is not race related, but is based on a situation at work during my pregnancy …
... into your “why law” statement or a personal statement in specific. Either way, it ... ’s a story that should be ... -
Anyone willing to read my personal statement?Hi everyone! I am a single mom studying for the LSAT and I currently cannot afford to pay for professional revisions or help with my personal sta…
I have been working as a college counselor in the past few years, and I would like to give you some feedback on your personal statement. As I am still revising my own PS, it will be great if you can take a look at mine as well.
