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What type of music do you listen to when you get into a school?

Hip Hop / Rap
44
51%
EDM
1
1%
Pop / Top 40
12
14%
R&B
5
6%
Reggaeton / Bachata / Latin Trap / Dance Hall / Soca
14
16%
Rock
3
3%
Something less lit than the options above
8
9%
 
Total votes: 87


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Re: URM 2017-2018 Cycle Thread

Post by stjeff00 » Sun Jul 09, 2017 3:34 pm

Checking in, have been waiting for this thread for a while now! :D

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Post by usaorbust » Sun Jul 09, 2017 4:00 pm

Checking in! No idea where I'll end up with my current LSAT, but hoping a September retake will help me out.

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Post by Incrementalist » Sun Jul 09, 2017 6:43 pm

Checking in as well. I am most interested in maybe going to USC.

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Post by Applepie5alamode » Sun Jul 09, 2017 8:09 pm

Checking in as well , debating retake at current lsat shooting for t14

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Post by tapenade » Sun Jul 09, 2017 11:11 pm

Checking in! AA/Hispanic with a 3.7 and some uncommon work/volunteer experience. Shooting for a 165+ in September! I'd be happy with any T14, but T6+Berkeley are the dream.

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Post by principalagent » Sun Jul 09, 2017 11:39 pm

jimmyneutron wrote:How long does it take to write a DS/PS (also "why X" essays)? I feel like starting now but might want to wait a little.
Took me a couple hours to write both of my first drafts. Taking infinitely longer to get to my second drafts.

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Post by principalagent » Mon Jul 10, 2017 12:17 am

Bump to note that I edited the OP with the spreadsheet for our cycle (will add my data later)

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Post by selmangh » Mon Jul 10, 2017 11:15 am

Checking in. Black with ~3.8 and a 173. HYS is the dream so I'm debating whether I should retake or just work on my essays and hand everything in super early. Hope everyone has a great cycle!

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Post by principalagent » Mon Jul 10, 2017 11:33 am

selmangh wrote:Checking in. Black with ~3.8 and a 173. HYS is the dream so I'm debating whether I should retake or just work on my essays and hand everything in super early. Hope everyone has a great cycle!
Unless you have C&F issues you are very likely good to go. No need to retake at all

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Post by texcellence » Mon Jul 10, 2017 11:49 am

jimmyneutron wrote:Out here.

How long does it take to write a DS/PS (also "why X" essays)? I feel like starting now but might want to wait a little.
c/o 2020 but i wanted to pop in and respond: it's different for everyone, but it took me probably 2 months and some change. if you're finished with the LSAT, get started now so you don't rush it. LS admission is way more than a numbers game for URMs so take it seriously and be thoughtful and strategic. good luck, everyone!

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Re: URM 2017-2018 Cycle Thread

Post by OnlyHumean » Mon Jul 10, 2017 1:59 pm

Hello fellow URMs!

I'm a black Canadian who will be heading to Yale this fall. TLS (and in particular the URM community) was a huge help for me during my cycle, so I'm hoping I can give a little back.

I have no special insight into the admissions process, but I'd be happy to share my experience with the LSAT, personal statements, etc.

Good luck to all of you!

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Post by kolikotime » Mon Jul 10, 2017 3:00 pm

Hey Guys!,

AA Male checking in here. Been out of school for two years just working at a startup. 3.5 GPA and taking the LSAT in Sept. Aiming for the T6 so hope everyone has a great cycle!

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Post by zkyggi » Mon Jul 10, 2017 3:18 pm

AA Male checking in
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Re: URM 2017-2018 Cycle Thread

Post by USayinBoalt » Mon Jul 10, 2017 7:38 pm

AA male here. Not applying until next year but want to wish y'all good luck. Also, If you want an extra pair eyes for a PS/DS, I would be willing to give it a look.

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Post by texas96 » Mon Jul 10, 2017 9:32 pm

Half AA male checking in, retaking september lsat

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Post by dietcoke1 » Mon Jul 10, 2017 10:37 pm

Also an applicant from last cycle (and the cycle before that) willing to help and answer questions. I can also talk about SEO and I encourage everyone to apply.

Good luck.

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Post by PrezRand » Tue Jul 11, 2017 4:47 am

First page. Only want UVA or UT.

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Post by diamondlaw21 » Tue Jul 11, 2017 10:11 am

Checking in. AA female with 3.7X + WE taking LSAT in September. Blanketing the t14 and hoping for the best!

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Post by starxched » Tue Jul 11, 2017 11:28 am

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Post by Tcookphl » Tue Jul 11, 2017 3:33 pm

Hi! AA/PR female with a GPA of 3.65 and aiming for a 160+ on the LSAT in September. I have about six years of work experience (two years post but worked throughout undergrad in my field).

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Re: URM 2017-2018 Cycle Thread

Post by jpal21 » Thu Jul 13, 2017 11:36 am

Hey everyone just checking in! MA female, 2 years WE, 3.5 from private university, hoping to slay the LSAT beast this September! :D

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