Shemmassian Academic Consulting

APRIL 8, 2024

Plus, the complete list of law school application deadlines. Schools with a rolling admissions process evaluate applications as they come in rather than waiting for a hard deadline before reviewing applications. This gives you more time to negotiate financial aid and choose between schools.

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Solomon Admissions

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Except, this time, you’re surrounded by law school applications and LSAT test prep books instead of the Common Application and SAT guides. As a former admissions professional at a top 20 law school, I’ve read thousands of law school applications from applicants all over the world. Across all U.S.

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Solomon Admissions

APRIL 26, 2024

Political Science, Government, English, Criminal Justice, History… when it comes to majors commonly associated with law school, you may think of these most readily. Yale University’s Political Science program, for example, requires courses to be taken that… The post Does my College Major Matter when Applying to Law School?

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Ivy Central

JULY 6, 2022

Through my discussions with students working with Ivy Central, I have noticed an increase in students expressing an interest in a career in law; with that in mind, in this article and the next, I will show you how to become a lawyer. Gravitate towards schools and programs that prioritize these skills. Choose a writing-heavy major.

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College Transitions

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

If you’re thinking of attending law school, whether you’re a current undergraduate or years out of college, the LSAT is an essential part of the law school admission process. The LSAT is offered twice throughout this spring and summer of 2024.

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BestColleges

JANUARY 29, 2024

Supreme Court struck down race-conscious college admissions , a new Gallup survey shows that 2 in 3 Americans think the decision is "mostly a good thing." College Diversity in a Post-Affirmative Action America Law schools are diversifying , but the end of affirmative action may threaten that. Less than one year after the U.S.

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College Essay Guy

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

This may be a surprise: you don’t need to take the LSAT to apply for law school. Yes, that’s even true for some of the most well-respected law schools, like those at Stanford and Harvard. Because those universities are LSAT-optional law schools. There are many law schools that don’t require the LSAT.

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BestColleges

MARCH 7, 2024

This past summer, I began applying to law school. Going to law school wasn’t something I was ever sure I wanted. Nearly every lawyer I've ever met has vehemently warned me against going to law school; if I recall, some descriptors they used were “soul-sucking” and “the worst time of my life.”

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

JANUARY 6, 2023

Discover the paralegal requirements and how to become a certified paralegal on your journey to law school. Becoming a paralegal can give you invaluable experience and strengthen your law school applications. As a paralegal, you’ll gain first-hand experience in the field of law.

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BestColleges

JANUARY 18, 2024

Minority enrollments at both law and medical schools have increased in recent years. The Supreme Court's decision to ban race-conscious admissions threatens to halt such progress. In recent years, law and medical schools have become increasingly diverse, attracting more people of color seeking to enter these professions.

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Anna Ivey Consulting

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Many law schools ask this question in their applications Indicate dates you have taken or plan to take the LSAT and that means there are a couple of extra steps you’ll need to take. Welcome to the world of law school admissions. A good 90% of the law school application form is redundant information.

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Top Tier Admissions

APRIL 16, 2024

News & World Report recently released their Best Graduate Schools 2024 edition, which includes numerous rankings by category: Best Business Schools, Best Law Schools, Best Medical Schools: Research, Best Engineering Schools, and Best Education Schools, to name a few.

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Anna Ivey Consulting

JULY 24, 2023

Do law schools care about so-called “demonstrated interest”? The biggest area where demonstrated interest comes up for law school admissions is in the essays and with interviews (when offered). If a school doesn't ask, it doesn't care. Exception: Georgetown Law. It’s that simple, really.

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The Koppelman Group

APRIL 17, 2024

Every grade counts towards your GPA, and you have no excuse not to get involved with clubs or access resources your school has to offer. To help visualize it, let’s do a thought experiment: You’re an admissions counselor at Prestige University, one of the classiest, fanciest schools in America. GPA and a 36 on the ACT.

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Ivy Central

MAY 13, 2023

Vanderbilt is known for its strong undergraduate programs in the liberal arts and sciences and its highly ranked graduate and professional schools, including the School of Medicine, Law School, and Owen Graduate School of Management. Admission Acceptance Rate Vanderbilt University is very competitive.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

JANUARY 18, 2023

Learn about the top law schools and the strategies that will earn you an acceptance letter from a T14 program. Which law schools are in the top 14? Introduction Part 1: Top-14 law school rankings Part 2: How to get into top law schools Final Thoughts. -. Aspiring pre-law student?

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The Koppelman Group

MARCH 17, 2024

Ladies and gentlemen of the jury, you are here to learn about the best extracurriculars you can do if you’re interested in law. The courtroom is a fascinating place full of challenges and puzzles as you figure out how to use the law to help your client. Passionate about going into international law? That’s more Model UN.

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College Essay Guy

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Getting into any law school is tough. But getting into one of the T14 Law schools… That's an even bigger challenge, requiring more thoughtful preparation, determination, and perseverance. What are the T14 law schools? In 2023, acceptance rates at these schools are as low as 5.7%!

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Want expert guidance on dental school admissions? Enter your name and email for high-yield admissions strategies we use to get students into programs like Harvard , UCSF , and NYU First Name Last Name Email Address subscribe 100% privacy. You can also learn more about our 1-on-1 dental school admissions support here.

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Ivy Central

MAY 17, 2023

UCSB offers over 200 undergraduate and graduate degree programs across five schools: the College of Letters and Science, the Graduate Division, the Bren School of Environmental Science and Management, the Gervirtz Graduate School of Education, and the College of Engineering. 48% of UCSB classes have fewer than 21 students.

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Ivy Central

APRIL 5, 2023

Yale Young Global Scholars (YYGS)” is an excellent educational program for exceptional high school students worldwide. This year the students were selected from an outstanding applicant pool of over 8,000 high school sophomores and juniors. In 2012, the program changed its name to Yale Young Global Scholars (YYGS).

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Ivy Central

APRIL 4, 2023

Are you a high school student who wants to experience an Ivy League education? If yes, Harvard Summer School might be a great option for you. Harvard summer school gives you an insight into college-level courses and helps enhance your profile. There are two options for high school students.

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Solomon Admissions

AUGUST 18, 2023

Attending law school – and eventually practicing law – is a fantastic way to expand your strengths, enrich your academic life, engage in meaningful dialogues, connect with pressing, modern-day issues, and ignite your intellectual spark, all while working to change the future in meaningful ways.

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BestColleges

JULY 20, 2023

Supreme Court's recent landmark ruling on affirmative action essentially eliminates the consideration of race in college admissions — with one notable exception. Thanks to a brief footnote in the majority opinion, military academies remain exempt from this decision and can continue to take race into account in admissions.

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Anna Ivey Consulting

AUGUST 28, 2023

The post title is designed to get your attention, because here’s a secret: Your personal statement is not meant to show off your qualifications for law school. What’s the fire in your belly for getting a law degree? And, for some law schools, you’re also tacking on why that particular law school is a great fit for your goals.

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Top Tier Admissions

JUNE 7, 2023

Grad School Analysis & Guidance Program Craft your grad school strategy and sharpen your applications and essays. Done with a standardized test for graduate school in under two hours? GRE: WIDELY ACCEPTED If you’re applying for a Masters, PhD, MBA or Law program this fall, you just got GREAT news! Yes, please!

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Historically, the LSAT has represented one of the biggest obstacles in the paths of those hoping to pursue a legal education at the law school of their dreams. And while the American Bar Association has proposed moving away from the LSAT , most law schools still require applicants to take the exam to gain admission.

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College Essay Guy

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Deciding where to go to law school is one of the biggest decisions you can make. So, if you’re wondering if attending law school at a Historically Black College and University (HBCU) is a good option, we’re here to help you think things through. Which HBCU has the best law school program?

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Top Tier Admissions

MAY 10, 2024

Home to the legendary Cameron Indoor Stadium, Duke’s Blue Devils foster infectious school spirit and a tight-knit community. Renowned for its rigorous academics, Duke offers a diverse range of programs spanning the arts and sciences, engineering, law, business, and medicine.

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College Essay Guy

JUNE 1, 2023

As one of the most critical factors in the law school admissions process, your Law School Admission Test (LSAT) score plays a pivotal role in determining your chances of securing a spot in law school. How does it influence your prospects of acceptance into top law schools?

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College Essay Guy

APRIL 1, 2024

Answering the question, “What is graduate school?” Well, one person might think going to grad school means pursuing an advanced degree, such as a PhD in Chemical Engineering or an MA in Political Science. All of which makes the question “Should I go to grad school?” All of which makes the question “Should I go to grad school?”

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College Essay Guy

MAY 11, 2023

We assume you’re trying to understand law school requirements because you’re considering obtaining your J.D. Whether it's knowing how to apply to law school, understanding the law school requirements, or determining whether you're a competitive applicant, this guide will walk you through what you need to know.

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Ivy Central

APRIL 18, 2023

Columbia University’s Programs were founded in 1986 for high school students. Online Summer Immersion Program Columbia’s Online Immersion Program brings Ivy League education to highly motivated high school students. College Edge Summer Program College Edge is a competitive summer program for high-achieving high school students.

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Anna Ivey Consulting

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Lots of applicants are confused about whether to submit extra materials that are not required as part of your law school applications. In fact, admissions officers dread the files that land with a thud. Here’s one saying that was popular with admissions officers: “The thicker the file, the thicker the kid.”

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Anna Ivey Consulting

JANUARY 24, 2023

A few thoughts for current law school applicants during this excruciating time of year for you: 1. Law schools keep preposterously deep waitlists. Do prepare mentally to attend the school where you put down your deposit in April, or make other plans altogether. You do not have to go to law school.)

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College Essay Guy

JUNE 13, 2023

Going to law school is a big decision. And it’s natural for you, as a prospective law school applicant, to have simple questions like: how long is law school? Have you considered the pros and cons of attending law school part-time? Short answer: three years. You have more options.

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BestColleges

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Gone are some of the usual metrics such as alumni giving, class size, and high school class standing in favor of new measures related to low-income and first-generation students, along with graduate outcomes. The magazine hasn't abandoned its peer assessment survey, which still accounts for 20% of a school's overall score.

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