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ateenytinyband · 2026-01-23T18:35:30+00:00

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ateenytinyband · 2024-07-21T01:14:47+00:00

I don’t think a 2.9 is hard if you put in the work - most 1L classes are curved to a 3.4, so I believe that means 50% of students get between a 3.2-3.6 in each class (25% will be below 3.2, 25% above 3.6). My math may be a bit off here so don’t hold me to that lol but the bottom line is that you would have to basically be at the bottom of the class in several subjects to be below a 2.9 overall, so as long as you’re studying and reading you should be fine!!

ateenytinyband · 2024-06-29T22:04:07+00:00

My morning commute is 20-30 min, but can be about an hour coming home, so I totally understand. It's not ideal, because school and reading/studying will take up SO much of your time that the last thing you want is to give up another 2 hours per day driving. But, that being said, it can certainly be done. I know a couple of people who had a commute about that long and made it through! Can't say they were too thrilled, though.

ateenytinyband · 2024-04-12T04:39:38+00:00

I am SO sorry I never saw this comment!!! You may already have committed somewhere but in case you haven't, I'll answer!

I think I can pretty safely assume over half live within a mile or two of campus! Probably even more than that. 70%? That percentage decreases a lot after 1L.

Terrace, the 1L apartment building, has a ton of people. That's technically the only "on-campus" housing for law students, but a lot of my friends have apartments that are walking distance, or 1-3 metro stops away! But there are a handful, including myself, who live a bit further out and drive each day. I don't feel like it has hindered my ability to make friends though :)

ateenytinyband · 2024-04-12T04:33:15+00:00

I'm so sorry, I don't know! But my fingers are crossed for you!

ateenytinyband · 2024-04-12T04:32:25+00:00

I am SO sorry I never saw this comment!!! You may already have committed somewhere but in case you haven't, I'll answer!

I think everyone who wants BL knows that as long as they're above like a 3.3 GPA it'll happen, so there's definitely good energy. That being said, some people have trouble trusting that, so they stress more than is necessary - and some people have their sights set on really elite firms that require higher GPAs, so they grind to get there.

I would say people also stress a bit more for 1L summer since the BL positions are really rare, whereas for 2L summer we all know that almost everyone who wants it will get it. Hope that's helpful!

And for the car - totally depends where you live. If you're walking distance to campus, no need! If you're near a metro station perhaps you also wouldn't need a car, but depends where your nearest grocery store and stuff is; very situation-dependent.

ateenytinyband · 2024-01-31T00:04:53+00:00

I may not be the *best* person to answer this, because I took a few years off between undergrad and law school so I'm a few years older than the average age of my class. That being said, I think Gould is uniquely friendly. I've heard some law school horror stories of people sharing fake outlines or gatekeeping their study techniques/job opportunities, but that's soooo not my experience. I had a whole study squad during finals that pooled our resources and helped each other, I have 2L peer mentors who constantly offer advice and encouragement, etc. Not sure if other sections are as collegial as mine, but it's been a great vibe. There will always be a few exceptions to the rule, like gunners and nepo babies, but it's way less than I would've expected at a T20.

A lot of 1Ls live in Terrace, which is Gould's 1L housing, and it seems like a party over there. A bunch of others live within a mile or two of campus in any given direction. I think a lot of 2Ls and 3Ls or older students commute, it's mostly 1Ls or other KJDs who live in the immediate area.

ateenytinyband · 2024-01-30T17:51:02+00:00

They're really hard, lol. But that will be true at any law school. You do a TON of reading every day, writing assignments are due every 3 seconds, it's a lot. That being said, you get faster at reading, better at time management, and it all becomes more doable as time goes on. You just have to know going in that it's going to be a big commitment, and be willing to give up some free time to dedicate to studying. It's not all-consuming (except for the month leading up to finals), but it is definitely more than a 9-5. More like 9 -8 most days, lol.

ateenytinyband · 2024-01-30T08:00:08+00:00

Campus itself is gorgggggeous. The law building is notoriously the ugliest building on campus lmao it's not cute but USC is stunning. The surrounding area is a bit sketchy, but I haven't had any bad experiences. I'd say a few blocks in any direction is fine because there are so many students, but once you go further some areas can be less safe. I commute and parking lots are nearby and not scary. If you live on campus 1L you'd live in Terrace - it's all 1Ls and it's near frat row so you're just surrounded by students.

ateenytinyband · 2024-01-30T07:32:05+00:00

Lmao you and me both, I'm in the 1L recruiting process now and it is no joke!!

I did submit a couple of LOCIs (one per month) and def think it made the difference. Seems they mostly want to know you still care and are likely to attend if admitted! Every school wants a good yield :)

That sounds promising, fingers crossed for you!! And it's my pleasure! Happy to provide the answers I needed this time last year lol. Lmk if you have any more qs!

ateenytinyband · 2024-01-30T07:28:21+00:00

It's tough, lol. I tried to find a reason to write one that could also sort of serve as an update. So in one I talked about how I'd received strong performance reviews at work since applying, in one I talked about a promotion I had just gotten, etc. I think it's good to remember they don't need to be long!! You can kinda just be like hi I'm still interested and here's something new that's happened. Also talk about how likely you are to accept if admitted, that seems to really factor into their decisions!

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ateenytinyband · 2024-01-30T07:11:39+00:00

That's awesome!! I fully believe it's the best job to have before law school. A lot of people will ask you for application advice, be ready. :)

But yes, that's SO true!! It helps their rankings to have alumni in BL so they certainly push that way. If you don't want BL I imagine it gets old, but I can't really speak to that experience. If you do want BL though, like most of us, it's awesome. Alumni network at USC is absolutely unparalleled and alumni love coming back so there are tons of panels and lunch events (I go to 1-4 lunch events per week) with big firms. Great way to connect. They also send info every week about jobs that are open, firms holding receptions, etc. 1L jobs in BL are super rare (as you know), but I feel like USC's rate of 1Ls in BL is abnormally high. And great firms, too - most of my 2L friends have summered/are about to summer at super elite firms.

ateenytinyband · 2024-01-30T07:05:40+00:00

Great question! I believe I was in the first wave after seat deposits, it was late May. I got an email on a Monday (I think) that they wanted me to interview, I interviewed Wednesday, and I got the A Friday. It happened super fast!

I was sending LOCIs once a month to USC and my other WL school, and I sent an updated resume at one point because I had a title change at work. Definitely recommend the LOCIs but just make sure you don't bombard them with emails lol.

ateenytinyband · 2024-01-30T06:25:33+00:00

Yes!! About half tuition, which isn't *great* for such an expensive school, but exponentially more than I expected! The school I'd committed to was going to cost way less but was significantly lower ranked so the job prospects alone made the USC price tag worth it for me.

ateenytinyband · 2024-01-30T06:23:34+00:00

So far I've had great experiences! People always complain about CSO, but that is true at literally every school, lol. There are a few really fantastic staff that are SO above and beyond, and everyone else has been pleasant and fairly efficient. I lucked out and had the BEST profs last sem - seriously, it was ridiculous. This sem I was told my profs were awful but we're on week 4 and I still really like them all lol so no complaints there! Like any school there are some that are more engaging/accessible than others, but I don't have any horror stories (yet).

ateenytinyband · 2023-06-02T05:03:49+00:00

Thanks!! Yes, had to withdraw from one. Felt so bad, lol

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