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Gap YearWhat do people consider the pros and cons of gap years? I've done some research on my own but was wondering what you sagers think, because I know we …
Why just one gap year and why not 2? Or 5? Get some serious real-world work experience. You'll be better for it, all around. Thinking outside of the K-JD box is a productive exercise. -
Advice neededHi all, I just got back my Oct score yesterday, which turned out to be very disappointing157, 6 points below my average score, 163. I've never gotten…
... applicant in other ways like work experience and you have plenty of ... -
URM / Diversity StatementJust curious if being significantly older than most students applying to law school (lets say hypothetically speaking 20+ years) would qualify you as…
... student with 20+ years of work experience and raising a child while ... -
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…
... to a student or the pre law adviser at the local college ... -
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…
... to a student or the pre law adviser at the local college ... -
US News vs Above The LawSeems to me that these two websites are the most popular as far as law school research and rankings. I'm finding in several cases that they don't alw…
... ). I have a bit of work experience in that time frame, although ... -
T-14 Splitters, Extenuating CircumstancesHi All, Saw a few posts on T-14 chances for splitters. What difference (if any) does URM status make? Same question for an addendum (father was h…
... much as URM status. Having work experience will also be a decent ... -
Withdrawing from Dec testI am wondering whether I should withdraw from the December test or to go ahead and just take it. My pt scores are around 168 and with my gpa below th…
... evidence. http://mylsn.info/r/pre-law/admissions/search/ -
Job or LSAT?Brief background: Top 10 Public School, right below median GPA for Harvard. Aiming for YHS, trying to lock in CCN or T14 with significant scholarshi…
... time worrying about gaining insignificant work experience and more time studying for ... on 7sage with a similar experience. Focus on the present--hone ... -
Job or LSAT?Brief background: Top 10 Public School, right below median GPA for Harvard. Aiming for YHS, trying to lock in CCN or T14 with significant scholarshi…
... time worrying about gaining insignificant work experience and more time studying for ... -
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... in college; and (c) the work experience I've accumulated working with ... less than that :) ) and the work will be super boring. But ... -
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…
... be life changing. With your work experience and taking time to really ... -
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... score, or you have more work experience, etc. I would apply using ... -
debt minimization vs job placement statwondering what people think about this issue? would it be better to attend a school ranked from 16-20 with full/near-full scholarship vs a school ran…
... geographic region/specific field of law (me !!!)? It's all preference ... your heart set on big law, then I would say you ... city you want to practice law in long-term.
law school experience, and your legal career. -
What do YOU do to stay motivated?And I don't mean just for the LSAT - for anything. Do you unwind with some TV? What shows do you watch? Do you snack or grab some coffee? Run aro…
... I attended those over-priced law forums for students, participated in ... traditional route in my major (pre-law polisci with a double major ... to try and get into law school. I'm ready to ... -
Law school prepI've heard so many different views on this. What are your thoughts on law school prep? Given how much time and effort we put into studying for the LS…
... make or break anyone's law school experience but I think it ... -
The 6+ years of experience question in Personal Statement webinar by David BusisHi everyone. Just attended an amazing webinar by David Busis about writing law school essays. However, the questions round had to be limited to 20 mi…
That was my question. I was asking what his advice would be for someone who had 6+ work experience regarding the type of theme to write. I just sent David an email, so if and when he responds, I'll be more than happy to share his response on here. -
Including pre-undergrad work experience in resume?I'm a non-traditional student and worked FT since age 16 to support myself. Ended up getting a GED in my early 20s, going to community college, and t…
What if you're a recent grad and you have a law related experience from the end of high school? Can that be included on your resume? -
Previous 7Sagers that are now in Law SchoolHello, all! It's been awhile since I've posted on here (being in law school and all). I was wondering if anyone who previously used 7Sage--and is …
Will be really helpful if any previous 7sager share part time law school experience (with full time job) -
Back by Popular Demand: The Old-Timer's Thread (30+ only, valid form of ID required)Hey everybody, Since many people have been clamoring for this I thought I'd start a new thread for the older and non-traditional future lawyers am…
I tried and heard crickets :) but reaching out to alumni from other schools has been good for networking.
Not sure if I'd ask a pre law advisor the same things I'd ask alumni but both have their merits. -
Back by Popular Demand: The Old-Timer's Thread (30+ only, valid form of ID required)Hey everybody, Since many people have been clamoring for this I thought I'd start a new thread for the older and non-traditional future lawyers am…
... UG's career center and pre-law adviser! I found it extremely ... -
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:…
... after school to get some work experience and put some distance between ... the 2.0 GPA you. Work experience helps a lot, especially for ... -
Employment History v. Resume for ApplicationHi, Wondering whether anyone has encountered this in their application cycle and could offer some guidance. Is it preferable that we list all emp…
... wouldn't be as appropriate. Work builds a lot of character ... a way that highlights your work experience as effectively as possible. -
Employment History v. Resume for ApplicationHi, Wondering whether anyone has encountered this in their application cycle and could offer some guidance. Is it preferable that we list all emp…
... is drawn for inclusion of work experience? I didn't start freshman ... -
What to do with resume length?Please, would like to see what suggestions from everyone would be on how to handle the resume length?
... exception for people with extensive work experience and definitely for publications. I ... -
What to do with resume length?Please, would like to see what suggestions from everyone would be on how to handle the resume length?
Check school apps as well some are very specific, 2 seems to be a preferred limit, but I noticed a fee said 2 -3 based on work experience. -
To give up or not to give up...I haven't had it easy to say the least. Without delving into my life story, I'll just sum it up to, my goal is law school. I'm trying really hard. …
... several years to get substantial work experience. Those things are especially important ...
