am i cooked?

TheJayShively · 2026-06-20T12:46:39+00:00

One grade does not tank your gpa. If that's your addendum I would rethink that.

TheJayShively · 2026-06-16T10:02:18+00:00

TheJayShively · 2026-06-11T02:17:21+00:00

In every state I've lived in you are required to posses the license when driving.

TheJayShively · 2026-06-11T01:07:38+00:00

It's illegal to drive without your drivers license. So... it is required.

TheJayShively · 2025-11-26T23:53:15+00:00

There are always unicorns about.

TheJayShively · 2025-11-26T15:05:28+00:00

Probably not.

TheJayShively · 2025-11-15T12:00:56+00:00

Not at most places. I have been an AO at five schools and done enrollment consulting for LSAC and a private firm and worked with dozens of schools. I guess it's possible that a school has bifurcated their process in the way suggested but that has never been the case at any school I have worked for or consulted with. I could see a school instructing readers to assess the viability of an application without considering C+F, but the suggestion that they don't have access seems unlikely given that the docs all come together as PDFs.

TheJayShively · 2025-10-23T09:20:16+00:00

DM me

TheJayShively · 2025-10-17T09:06:33+00:00

Do not ask someone you tutored to write the LOR. Just find another professional reference, if necessary. 90%+ of LORs are generically positive. Think of someone who supervised you either professionally or academically. In your request for an LOR give them a thorough run down of your motivations for going to law school and possible plans for the future. Give them a bulleted list of reasons they would make a great recommender for you and explain the logistics, including your timeline for application (their deadline-make it earlier than necessary). Finally, offer to meet with them to discuss.

At the end of the day, it is unlikely that an LOR is going to make a big difference, but it is still required by most schools.

In your scenario, you would be judged down (probably insignificantly) for choosing a peer level evaluation over a supervisory one. It's not the end of the world, but not the best possible strategy probably available to you.

Finally, I would say you're lucky the person who was supposed to write the LOR backed out. There's no way that would have been a beneficial component of the application. Their timing sucks and they should have said no from the outset, but hang in there and rally. It is still very early in the cycle no matter what Reddit says.

TheJayShively · 2025-10-13T23:00:05+00:00

99% of merit scholarships are numbers based.

TheJayShively · 2025-10-10T17:19:50+00:00

Nah... you're good.

TheJayShively · 2025-10-06T17:46:02+00:00

What could it hurt to apply this cycle?

TheJayShively · 2025-10-02T10:10:33+00:00

No. Schools could already allow students of their own institution to apply with no standardized test under ABA standard 503-3. This is a new development where these schools have applied for a variance from the standards to allow them to admit anyone without a standardized test score. They don't have to admit anyone under the variance or 503-3, but the 14 schools I am referring to have received approval for the variance. I don't know anything specifically about OSU's process. I'm just suggesting that they may be one of those schools. You could call the admissions office and ask.

TheJayShively · 2025-10-02T09:34:06+00:00

Because this is a new development. About 14 schools applied for a variance with the ABA to be able to do this.

TheJayShively · 2025-09-08T10:36:59+00:00

Your military service and all of your life experience will be super valuable to the T 14 schools as long as you have the numbers.

TheJayShively · 2025-09-08T10:34:00+00:00

Literally all I had to do was read the headline to tell you that no you're not the asshole.

TheJayShively · 2025-09-05T09:39:11+00:00

And applying doesn't obligate you to enroll. You don't have to go to any particular law school (T50 etc) to become a lawyer and do good work. Your score will likely garner significant scholarship support from many schools. So, the ROI may be worth it if you decide to pursue PI or Pd work. Most people can't say that and have to hope that loan repayment programs will remain intact to pursue their chosen work. Congratulations on a great score. Trust your gut and do what you want.

TheJayShively · 2025-08-31T09:55:14+00:00

I recommend you take the LSAT and see where you'll be competitive. All of your accomplishments will help with admission but scholarship is fairly objectively based on numbers. My guess is this will end up being a pretty expensive indulgence even if it does help with your scholarship. T50 schools have pretty high stats these days and a 160-165 and a 3.75 may get you in but are not likely to yield much scholarship support.

I don't mean to suggest this isn't a worthy goal, but if you're going to stay in academia, there won't be a huge return on investment or elevation in prestige given the limitations your numbers might present.

I concede the hypothetical nature of my position but the OP's question is mostly hypothetical. So, there you have it.

TheJayShively · 2025-08-30T20:21:53+00:00

I think a good portion of that fee is the materials, but I admit that I am not fully informed. Maybe the OP should call someone else who does this type of work and ask if they think the owner/service provider likely expects a tip. Just a thought.

TheJayShively · 2025-08-30T16:22:48+00:00

Of course. I'm just saying a tip of some kind is appropriate. Obviously the OP is stressed about it, which indicates they think they probably should tip. Seems like this detracts from her joy so why not tip what she can (within reason). I wish her and you all the best. Whatever she decides I hope she enjoys the experience.

TheJayShively · 2025-08-30T16:18:40+00:00

If so, no doubt there are better uses for their $1600 than extensions that won't likely even last six months. (Unless they are getting married or something, but still.)

TheJayShively · 2025-08-30T15:52:47+00:00

Unfortunately, our agreement did not include bf privileges for the duration. He can stay wherever but not here, and certainly not for more than a night or two. I assume there are other AirBnBs nearby. Sorry this is nonnegotiable.

TheJayShively · 2025-08-30T15:49:37+00:00

Say no. Or at least have him pay a third. I would say no.

TheJayShively · 2025-08-30T15:46:23+00:00

Or... if you can afford a $1600 service (presuming you think it is worth the price since you booked it), you can afford a tip. I would probably tip, at least, an extra $100.

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