Northwestern Law C/O 2016 (2012-2013 Applicants) Forum

[franklyscarlet]

hey everyone...

i am wondering if there are any current NU students or recent grads that can discuss why NU is a good school to go to?
I know it is a t-14 (albeit one of the lower ones) but still has excellent employment rates in certain areas. I was accepted a few weeks ago but i'm fresh out of undergrad and wondering if it will be more fruitful in the long run to take a year off (work/retake the lsat) and apply to the higher ranked schools. less interested in a discussion about the numbers game and weighing my chances of getting in somewhere else- i just want some solid advice about how NU is as a school and community.

thanks in advance to anyone who is able to help me out!

seconding what other people have said about checking the other threads out. Short version- this is a really damn friendly place to go to school. I'm pretty in love with my classmates, Northwestern, and Chicago in general.

As a fellow islander I'm skeptical.

If I can survive, you can survive! The city is amazing and makes up for the weather. Plus, it makes going home at the holidays a million times better I don't think I've ever enjoyed it there more than this Christmas.

[rinkrat19]

hey everyone...

i am wondering if there are any current NU students or recent grads that can discuss why NU is a good school to go to?
I know it is a t-14 (albeit one of the lower ones) but still has excellent employment rates in certain areas. I was accepted a few weeks ago but i'm fresh out of undergrad and wondering if it will be more fruitful in the long run to take a year off (work/retake the lsat) and apply to the higher ranked schools. less interested in a discussion about the numbers game and weighing my chances of getting in somewhere else- i just want some solid advice about how NU is as a school and community.

thanks in advance to anyone who is able to help me out!

seconding what other people have said about checking the other threads out. Short version- this is a really damn friendly place to go to school. I'm pretty in love with my classmates, Northwestern, and Chicago in general.

As a fellow islander I'm skeptical.

I'm one of the most "OMG MY HOMETOWN IS THE BESTEST" people here and even I think Chicago is pretty awesomeballs.

[Cobretti]

Just in case any of you weren't already freaking out about tomorrow...

finally getting out of the office. there will be more decisions next week. really trying to make a push.

GL all

[LRGhost]

Just in case any of you weren't already freaking out about tomorrow...

finally getting out of the office. there will be more decisions next week. really trying to make a push.

GL all

Argh, maybe I should have sent in my Why NW this morning.

[PBateman1]

Has anyone done an on campus interview recently? If so have you heard your decision since then? I have mine this week. I originally elected to not interview but I thought that doing one might increase my chances of admission.

[JayJones78]

Just in case any of you weren't already freaking out about tomorrow...

finally getting out of the office. there will be more decisions next week. really trying to make a push.

GL all

Tomorrow is the day... My dream may be crushed. But faith is strong. Luckily I live on the west coast so I'll know relatively early.

I hope everyone did as I did and subscribed to Johann and NUadmissions' tweets

[Betharl]

Quick question about part b for the fin aid essays.

b.Northwestern Law administers an extensive program of scholarships and grants, all of which are awarded on a combined basis of merit and financial need. Please assess your position for merit aid and discuss your financial need for aid. (300-500 words)

I already wrote an answer for this, but I didn't talk about my accomplishments/achievements etc. Is that what they mean by "position for merit aid"? I mean, they have my LSAT, GPA, and resume already and I would feel weird writing something to the effect of: "I'm really awesome, look at all my accomplishments, you should give me a scholarship." My answer was mainly about my need for aid/financial situation and how much I like NU. Is that alright?

[WhatOurBodiesAreFor]

For held applicants:

If you've sent them an update already, did you get an email back confirming receipt of it?

[rinkrat19]

Quick question about part b for the fin aid essays.

b.Northwestern Law administers an extensive program of scholarships and grants, all of which are awarded on a combined basis of merit and financial need. Please assess your position for merit aid and discuss your financial need for aid. (300-500 words)

I already wrote an answer for this, but I didn't talk about my accomplishments/achievements etc. Is that what they mean by "position for merit aid"? I mean, they have my LSAT, GPA, and resume already and I would feel weird writing something to the effect of: "I'm really awesome, look at all my accomplishments, you should give me a scholarship." My answer was mainly about my need for aid/financial situation and how much I like NU. Is that alright?

You should address both points, need and merit. Don't just list off your GPA and LSAT and leave it there; describe why you are awesome. You can certainly mention your performance in college and your aptitude for important tests, but that shouldn't be all.

Dig up Johann's posts on G+/twitter (can't remember which) last year around scholarship time and you can see that he is not amused when people don't take it seriously.

[Betharl]

Quick question about part b for the fin aid essays.

b.Northwestern Law administers an extensive program of scholarships and grants, all of which are awarded on a combined basis of merit and financial need. Please assess your position for merit aid and discuss your financial need for aid. (300-500 words)

I already wrote an answer for this, but I didn't talk about my accomplishments/achievements etc. Is that what they mean by "position for merit aid"? I mean, they have my LSAT, GPA, and resume already and I would feel weird writing something to the effect of: "I'm really awesome, look at all my accomplishments, you should give me a scholarship." My answer was mainly about my need for aid/financial situation and how much I like NU. Is that alright?

You should address both points, need and merit. Don't just list off your GPA and LSAT and leave it there; describe why you are awesome. You can certainly mention your performance in college and your aptitude for important tests, but that shouldn't be all.

Dig up Johann's posts on G+/twitter (can't remember which) last year around scholarship time and you can see that he is not amused when people don't take it seriously.

I took it seriously, but didn't mention LSAT or GPA or anything about how awesome I am. Mainly focused on the need part I guess. Hmmmm, how to brag without sounding entitled... Back to the drawing board I guess.

[rinkrat19]

Quick question about part b for the fin aid essays.

b.Northwestern Law administers an extensive program of scholarships and grants, all of which are awarded on a combined basis of merit and financial need. Please assess your position for merit aid and discuss your financial need for aid. (300-500 words)

I already wrote an answer for this, but I didn't talk about my accomplishments/achievements etc. Is that what they mean by "position for merit aid"? I mean, they have my LSAT, GPA, and resume already and I would feel weird writing something to the effect of: "I'm really awesome, look at all my accomplishments, you should give me a scholarship." My answer was mainly about my need for aid/financial situation and how much I like NU. Is that alright?

You should address both points, need and merit. Don't just list off your GPA and LSAT and leave it there; describe why you are awesome. You can certainly mention your performance in college and your aptitude for important tests, but that shouldn't be all.

Dig up Johann's posts on G+/twitter (can't remember which) last year around scholarship time and you can see that he is not amused when people don't take it seriously.

I took it seriously, but didn't mention LSAT or GPA or anything about how awesome I am. Mainly focused on the need part I guess. Hmmmm, how to brag without sounding entitled... Back to the drawing board I guess.

Part of taking it seriously is following the instructions.

[Betharl]

Quick question about part b for the fin aid essays.

b.Northwestern Law administers an extensive program of scholarships and grants, all of which are awarded on a combined basis of merit and financial need. Please assess your position for merit aid and discuss your financial need for aid. (300-500 words)

I already wrote an answer for this, but I didn't talk about my accomplishments/achievements etc. Is that what they mean by "position for merit aid"? I mean, they have my LSAT, GPA, and resume already and I would feel weird writing something to the effect of: "I'm really awesome, look at all my accomplishments, you should give me a scholarship." My answer was mainly about my need for aid/financial situation and how much I like NU. Is that alright?

You should address both points, need and merit. Don't just list off your GPA and LSAT and leave it there; describe why you are awesome. You can certainly mention your performance in college and your aptitude for important tests, but that shouldn't be all.

Dig up Johann's posts on G+/twitter (can't remember which) last year around scholarship time and you can see that he is not amused when people don't take it seriously.

I took it seriously, but didn't mention LSAT or GPA or anything about how awesome I am. Mainly focused on the need part I guess. Hmmmm, how to brag without sounding entitled... Back to the drawing board I guess.

Part of taking it seriously is following the instructions.

Fair enough. I guess I didn't understand the prompt and was a little incredulous they'd want you to brag about yourself like that, especially when they already have that information. Oh well, I'll figure it out.

[rinkrat19]

Part of taking it seriously is following the instructions.

Fair enough. I guess I didn't understand the prompt and was a little incredulous they'd want you to brag about yourself like that, especially when they already have that information. Oh well, I'll figure it out.

It's like explaining to your boss why you deserve a raise. Presumably he knows what you do already, but you have to frame the argument for him.

[cookiejar1]

Part of taking it seriously is following the instructions.

Fair enough. I guess I didn't understand the prompt and was a little incredulous they'd want you to brag about yourself like that, especially when they already have that information. Oh well, I'll figure it out.

It's like explaining to your boss why you deserve a raise. Presumably he knows what you do already, but you have to frame the argument for him.

So sexual favors and/or blackmail?

[JayJones78]

Good luck to all my fellow AJDs for tomorrow's final curtain call

We all love, adore and cherish NU. I think this thread is a great testament for it!
Hopefully Johann will let us all in

[feralinfant]

Part of taking it seriously is following the instructions.

Fair enough. I guess I didn't understand the prompt and was a little incredulous they'd want you to brag about yourself like that, especially when they already have that information. Oh well, I'll figure it out.

It's like explaining to your boss why you deserve a raise. Presumably he knows what you do already, but you have to frame the argument for him.

So sexual favors and/or blackmail?

i assume that they expect this since they want applicants w/ REAL work experience.

[fivestarfolds]

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[Volforlife]

For held applicants:

If you've sent them an update already, did you get an email back confirming receipt of it?

I sent a letter but didn't receive confirmation.

I did a post-hold interview and sent some stuff via mail. No confirmations or updates so far.

[wisteria]

Send another email. I submitted an update and didn't receive a confirmation. A week later, I followed up with another email and they got back to me within one day.

[hhockberger]

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[aparachl]

Hi, I was wondering where one finds these two financial aid essay questions? Perhaps they are only for 3year program folks (I'm AJD and there is no mention of these in NW's email or the NeedAccess form)? Thanks!

Quick question about part b for the fin aid essays.

b.Northwestern Law administers an extensive program of scholarships and grants, all of which are awarded on a combined basis of merit and financial need. Please assess your position for merit aid and discuss your financial need for aid. (300-500 words)

I already wrote an answer for this, but I didn't talk about my accomplishments/achievements etc. Is that what they mean by "position for merit aid"? I mean, they have my LSAT, GPA, and resume already and I would feel weird writing something to the effect of: "I'm really awesome, look at all my accomplishments, you should give me a scholarship." My answer was mainly about my need for aid/financial situation and how much I like NU. Is that alright?

[rinkrat19]

Hi, I was wondering where one finds these two financial aid essay questions? Perhaps they are only for 3year program folks (I'm AJD and there is no mention of these in NW's email or the NeedAccess form)? Thanks!

Quick question about part b for the fin aid essays.

b.Northwestern Law administers an extensive program of scholarships and grants, all of which are awarded on a combined basis of merit and financial need. Please assess your position for merit aid and discuss your financial need for aid. (300-500 words)

I already wrote an answer for this, but I didn't talk about my accomplishments/achievements etc. Is that what they mean by "position for merit aid"? I mean, they have my LSAT, GPA, and resume already and I would feel weird writing something to the effect of: "I'm really awesome, look at all my accomplishments, you should give me a scholarship." My answer was mainly about my need for aid/financial situation and how much I like NU. Is that alright?

AJD doesn't do them. http://www.law.northwestern.edu/admissi ... ctions.pdf

[fruitoftheloom]

Hi, I was wondering where one finds these two financial aid essay questions? Perhaps they are only for 3year program folks (I'm AJD and there is no mention of these in NW's email or the NeedAccess form)? Thanks!

Quick question about part b for the fin aid essays.

b.Northwestern Law administers an extensive program of scholarships and grants, all of which are awarded on a combined basis of merit and financial need. Please assess your position for merit aid and discuss your financial need for aid. (300-500 words)

I already wrote an answer for this, but I didn't talk about my accomplishments/achievements etc. Is that what they mean by "position for merit aid"? I mean, they have my LSAT, GPA, and resume already and I would feel weird writing something to the effect of: "I'm really awesome, look at all my accomplishments, you should give me a scholarship." My answer was mainly about my need for aid/financial situation and how much I like NU. Is that alright?

AJD doesn't do them. http://www.law.northwestern.edu/admissi ... ctions.pdf

I'm also AJD and I called the office and confirmed that we are not required to write any of the essays.

[JayJones78]

Awaiting a johann tweet update...

[Cobretti]

Awaiting a johann tweet update...

Last week he tweeted around 1245 CST, week before that was 1045 CST. Still mindlessly checking for updates now though