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Personal StatementIs there anyone who can look over my personal statement?
Is there anyone who can look over my personal statement? -
Reapplying with Same Personal Statement/LOR's?I am reapplying this cycle after getting wait listed at my top schools. I applied last cycle days before the application deadline because I took my L…
... the cycle. I am applying to schools where I am either ... was wondering if I have to write a new PS. The ... told my story of why I wanted to go to law school. I ... another, if so, because my "why" really hasn't changed. Also ... -
Personal Statement AdviceHey y'all, I need some PS guidance. How important is it for me to talk about why I want to go to law school when I don't have any legal experience on…
... it for me to talk about why I want to go to law school ... resume? I wasn't intending to center my PS around this ... context, I was instead intending to talk about learning something new ... /how this would be transferable to law school. -
Recommendations for Personal Statement Advisor/Tutor?Does anyone have any recommendations for a personal statement tutor? Are there any companies you recommend?
Does anyone have any recommendations for a personal statement tutor? Are there any companies you recommend? -
Personal Statement FeedbackHi does anyone know where I can get feedback on my personal statement. Or can anyone give me feedback please !!
Hi does anyone know where I can get feedback on my personal statement. Or can anyone give me feedback please !! -
Schulich School of Law - Personal Statement LengthHi, I am wondering if anyone knows what the word limit is for Dal's personal statement. I looked all over their site, and I haven't found it!
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I am wondering if anyone knows what the word limit is for Dal's personal statement. I looked all over their site, and I haven't found it! -
Does the LSAT have the X's to cross out answers? (Online)This is a bit of a picky random question, but I was wondering if the online version of the official LSAT has the X's to cross out answers that you be…
... the official LSAT has the X's to cross out answers that ... . I don't want to get used to this feature then feel ... -
Time Management: Why it leads to a better scoreHey 7Sagers! In this week's LSAT Digest, I discuss a crucial skill needed for success on the LSAT—time management. You can view the post here: htt…
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... help on the way to your goal score and ... LSAT tutors, use this link to learn more: https://7sage. ... If you'd like to talk to one of our tutors before ... committing to a plan, schedule a ... -
Personal StatementCan someone look over my personal statement? or know of someone who can review and provide feedback. Thanks
Can someone look over my personal statement? or know of someone who can review and provide feedback.
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Personal Statement LengthHello, Does anyone know an approximate good length for personal statements, how long should the personal statement be? The general personal statement…
Hello, Does anyone know an approximate good length for personal statements, how long should the personal statement be? The general personal statement for law school. Thanks -
"Why x Law" QuestionHello, For an application I was instructed to provide a reason to why I am applying to a school. I have 1000 characters to do so. How should I go …
... you can provide compelling reasons to indicate that you would absolutely ... admitted. That could be relationships to alumni, family in the area ... to help lower your cost of ... extend it by making the Why X even more personal and powerful. -
The Softs that MatterI've been reading a lot that most softs don't matter at all except in tie breaker situations. Is this true? I just did my LSAC GPA calculation and it…
... have seen this in my personal application process. Before expanding on ... two schools and submitted "Why X" statements to only these two schools. ... schools may reveal more of why I think this.
< ... scores and GPAs instead. Hmmm. Why would this be the case ... -
The Softs that MatterI've been reading a lot that most softs don't matter at all except in tie breaker situations. Is this true? I just did my LSAC GPA calculation and it…
... have seen this in my personal application process. Before expanding on ... two schools and submitted "Why X" statements to only these two schools. ... schools may reveal more of why I think this.
& ... scores and GPAs instead. Hmmm. Why would this be the case ... -
Unsolicited Why X Essays Necessary?I read somewhere that some schools like to see "why x" essays even if the topic is not specifically listed as an optional essay. I’m concerned becaus…
As far as Columbia goes, I believe they specifically asked for you to explain “why Columbia” in the personal statement. Not sure if that’s helpful or not, but that’s what I did for my application to them. -
[Ended] Intro to Admissions with David Busis - Wed. 9pm<p>Hi 7Sagers,</p> <p>On <strong>Wednesday, June 29, at 9 p.m. EST</strong>, I’ll give you a bird’s-eye view of the admissions process. We’ll touc…
Folks, as always, listen to the wise words J.Y. ... it was just an "Intro. to Personal Statement" add-on, not all of ... impressed with what he has to say. And if that's ... , then I highly encourage you to make that small but valuable ... -
The University of VirginiaSo I recently have been considering schools and careers beyond what I originally have thought of doing. I am curious aboutthe University of Virginia'…
... two schools and submitted "Why X" statements to only those two schools. ... students randomly come up to me just to talk. The student ... intense, cutthroat environment, move on to another school.
to want genuine, humble, and ... -
Posting Personal StatementsThe potential free personal statement edit for the webinar got me wondering. What are the potential drawbacks of posting your personal statement onli…
... concern, I think Personal Statements are hard to plagiarize considering that each ... point! It definitely helped to quell any anxiety I had ... a lot when it comes to personal statement edits. I've seen people ... feel it's like analogous to not to hire a lawyer if ... -
What gives?I got into a school whose median LSAT and GPA are higher than mine, but got rejected from a school whose median LSAT was the same as mine? Acceptance…
... recommend writing a sort of Why X email to the law school that ... scholarship, I will be struggling to pay for living expenses. Really ... time in writing something sweet to them and (if applicable) ... nicely. They obviously want you to attend since they gave you ... -
Mention family connection to a school?My sister did her undergrad at one of the schools I plan on applying to and currently does research for the university. She is also applying to one …
@10000019 yeah that's what I was figuring :( Not a legacy (if that's even a thing in law school) But yeah I was thinking about bringing it up in a sort of why x manner to show a connection to the school. -
Personal Statement QuestionIf a university's personal statement prompt doesn't mention "why our school," would you still end on a note highlighting that specific university? Or…
I recommend adding a "why X" bit if and only if ... something that is genuinely tailored to the school. Adding an ... like "And that is why I hope to attend [INSERT LAW ... my dreams" is not going to help and could hurt. < ... if you do add a "why X" bit to your PS, you don ... -
Thoughts on adding a "Why School X" essay as supplemental information?Hi All, I really want to add another element of my personality/background to one of my applications. I want the admissions officers to know that t…
... of my list and to express the reasons why, but their application ... "Why School X" reason). I vaguely mention in my personal statement why this school appeals to ... surface. I'm hesitant to add a Why School X essay as "supplemental ... -
"Why School X" EssaysWhen is it appropriate to send a "Why School X" essay? Are there any T14 schools where one should send such an essay along with the personal statemen…
When is it appropriate to send a "Why School X" essay? Are there any T14 schools where one should send such an essay along with the personal statement even if it's not asked for or are they for if you get waitlisted? -
Applying to Law School This Cycle with December LSATIs anyone else balancing applying for law school during this cycle, with studying for the December LSAT? I'm pretty lucky that I got my personal stat…
... lucky that I got my personal statement and resume done in the ... , but now I have to do all the "Why X Law School Essays ... and telling the admissions officers to hold off until the December ... -
Why Formal Logic?***I love to write, and I also happen to have a little knowledge about the LSAT and law school admissions generally. With JY’s blessing, I have decid…
... happy to engage in respectful and reasoned discourse.
My personal ... got a conditional (if-then) statement, we need an “if” side ... understandable why there’s so much animosity toward it. In addition to it ... -
Call for "Why Us?" Essays and AddendaHi 7Sagers, It's David, the editor who's writing 7Sage's new personal statement bundle. I'm still looking for a couple "Why X School?" and addenda…
... new personal statement bundle. I'm still looking for a couple "Why X School ... ?" and addenda essays. Send them to info (at ... -
Professors asked me for a "statement of purpose" in order to get letter of recommendationMy professors said they need it so they get an idea of what my plans are for law school. I'm interested in commercial litigation or corporate law, no…
... to graduate schools that pretty much says "this is why I want to ... apply to this program". < ... them my personal statement as it's very...personal. I open ... personal version of my personal statement?
I want to get it in to ... -
Personal Statement Question...Do we have to talk about why we are applying to a particular law school in our personal statements? Some of the schools I'm applying to do not ask fo…
... about why we are applying to a particular law school in our personal ... 'm applying to do not ask for a "Why School X?" type essay ... so do we have to talk about ... that in the personal statements even ... -
Columbia and Penn Personal StatementsOf the top 10 schools, Columbia and Penn have personal statements that suggest putting in elements of a "Why School X" essay in them. How are my fell…
... have personal statements that suggest putting in elements of a "Why School X ... Law School are required to submit a personal statement supplementing required application materials ... addressing why you're interested in Columbia and Penn in your personal ... -
Question about addendum - interruption of education - need adviceI am struggling with whether to attach addendum to several applications in order to explain a break in my education. Several schools ask for that inf…
... college 3 times in addition to several breaks from school ... from X school Spring 2006 to seek inpatient treatment..." to ... unanswered questions, which is why I am considering attaching ... considering attaching this to? My personal statement and applications are ... -
Thank you to 7sageHi all, I never knew this day would be coming, but time really does fly. I started my LSAT journey back in Jan 2017 and it's been hell of a ride. …
... dream for me to go to Penn Law (due to my strong interest ... was surreal to me. What I really want to say to you ... a strong application with the personal statement, LORs, why X essays, resume, etc. But ... Would be more than happy to answer questions. Thank you again ...
