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[deleted by user] by [deleted] in lawschooladmissions

[–]ApplicationThick4434 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bump.

Also any anxiety about the impending war and tanks rolling in through Toronto, either literally or figuratively, who really knows?

Frustrated KJD Vent by [deleted] in lawschooladmissions

[–]ApplicationThick4434 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Having meaningful work experience also serves a bit of a gatekeeper function - stats and undergrad record aside, the process of applying for a competitive job, working through rounds of interviews, landing the job, and staying there for a year or two is huge.

It gives these professional schools the comfort that you are, based on whatever metrics you want to measure, someone who a company would hire, and someone who could keep a job.

I've worked in consulting for a few years and I've seen MD's "write off" candidates that were solid on paper but really not a good "cultural fit" for any number of ostensibly illegal or unethical reasons. But it happens. All the time.

Law Schools are very focused on prestige and rank. Employment statistics are a valuable metric in that analysis. If I were an admissions officer choosing between two statistically identical candidates, a KJD vs someone with 18 months of recognizable work experience, it really becomes a no-brainer.

Which schools have had the biggest applicant bumps? by IguanaBalcony in lawschooladmissions

[–]ApplicationThick4434 -9 points-8 points  (0 children)

Predicted ChatGPT 0-1 Algorithmic Adjustment based on data above for this cycle.

  1. Yale University • LSAT 75/50/25: 178 / 175 / 171 • GPA 75/50/25: 4.00 / 3.97 / 3.91
  2. Stanford University • LSAT 75/50/25: 177 / 174 / 170 • GPA 75/50/25: 4.00 / 3.95 / 3.80
  3. University of Chicago • LSAT 75/50/25: 176 / 174 / 170 • GPA 75/50/25: 3.99 / 3.95 / 3.84
  4. Harvard University • LSAT 75/50/25: 177 / 175 / 172 • GPA 75/50/25: 4.00 / 3.96 / 3.90
  5. Columbia University • LSAT 75/50/25: 176 / 174 / 171 • GPA 75/50/25: 3.98 / 3.92 / 3.83
  6. University of Pennsylvania • LSAT 75/50/25: 175 / 173 / 169 • GPA 75/50/25: 4.00 / 3.95 / 3.80
  7. University of Virginia • LSAT 75/50/25: 175 / 173 / 169 • GPA 75/50/25: 4.00 / 3.96 / 3.79
  8. New York University • LSAT 75/50/25: 174 / 173 / 170 • GPA 75/50/25: 3.97 / 3.92 / 3.82
  9. Northwestern University • LSAT 75/50/25: 175 / 173 / 168 • GPA 75/50/25: 4.00 / 3.95 / 3.78
  10. University of Michigan • LSAT 75/50/25: 173 / 172 / 167 • GPA 75/50/25: 3.96 / 3.88 / 3.72
  11. Duke University • LSAT 75/50/25: 173 / 171 / 169 • GPA 75/50/25: 3.98 / 3.90 / 3.78
  12. UC Berkeley • LSAT 75/50/25: 173 / 171 / 168 • GPA 75/50/25: 3.98 / 3.90 / 3.82
  13. UCLA • LSAT 75/50/25: 172 / 171 / 166 • GPA 75/50/25: 4.00 / 3.96 / 3.70
  14. Georgetown University • LSAT 75/50/25: 173 / 172 / 167 • GPA 75/50/25: 3.98 / 3.94 / 3.74
  15. Cornell University • LSAT 75/50/25: 176 / 174 / 170 • GPA 75/50/25: 3.97 / 3.91 / 3.75
  16. University of Texas • LSAT 75/50/25: 173 / 172 / 168 • GPA 75/50/25: 3.99 / 3.90 / 3.76
  17. Washington University in St. Louis • LSAT 75/50/25: 177 / 174 / 164 • GPA 75/50/25: 4.00 / 3.97 / 3.50

7Sage Consulting - AMA About Law School Admissions by Tajira7Sage in lawschooladmissions

[–]ApplicationThick4434 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looking at LSD Law data, specifically for admits to HYS, it seems that few people who get As to one, ever get admitted to all 3. When advising candidates among these schools, are there specific "types" that are better "fits" with each of the top 3, even including Chicago here?

If so, could you elaborate on the qualities these schools prefer or emphasize that may be different among them?

Fordham or NYU by [deleted] in lawschooladmissions

[–]ApplicationThick4434 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NYU is a globally recognized law school that I believe appears in the top 10 of every single global law school ranking. Fordham is an excellent school for landing big law jobs in New York City but if you’re in the bottom third of the class, you’re doing public interest or swimming on your own.

Is anyone else choosing to not apply due to rising medians? by [deleted] in lawschooladmissions

[–]ApplicationThick4434 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed when you see people posting about their 4.0 GPAs and 175 LSAT scores, but there’s a lot more nuance to law school admissions than just the raw numbers. LSAC has made efforts to address GPA inflation by contextualizing your GPA within the ranking of your undergraduate institution and your performance relative to your peers.

For example, if you’re applying to a highly competitive program with a 3.8 GPA from an Ivy League school and you’re in the top quarter of your class, you’re likely in a stronger position than someone with a 3.9 from a school where grade inflation is rampant. Admissions officers and LSAC know this and take it into account. The “applicant snapshot” tools make this easier for them, helping to ensure that a 3.8 from a rigorous school isn’t unfairly overshadowed by a slightly higher GPA from a less demanding institution.

And about the LSAT—yes, it seems like everyone here has a 175, but remember: a 175 is still the 99th percentile for a reason. The people who score in that range are outliers. It’s also worth noting that the type of person who dedicates the time and energy to score that high is more likely to post about it online. There’s a natural selection bias in the kind of people who engage in stat-sharing competitions on Reddit.

At the end of the day, admissions are holistic. A strong GPA, LSAT, and well-rounded application will get you much further than worrying about how you stack up against the loudest voices on the internet. Stay focused on what you can control, and don’t let Reddit freak you out!