UF C/O 2017 (2013-2014 APPLICANTS) Forum

[nebula666]

Here's another question, do either of you know how well the IP Program at UF ranks? It's all I'm really looking into so I'm hoping there is some insight.

Specialty rankings don't really matter. I know a few people who are focused on IP at UF and they are all taking the IP certificate.

As far as I know, UF offers: Copyright, Trademark, Patent, Trade Secret, Int. IP Law, and IP Litigation. There are also two seminars, Patent Drafting & Prosecution I and II.
The last thing is the Journal of Technology Law and Policy, but that may or may not be related to your interests depending on what type of IP you want to do.

Thaaaaaaaaaaaaank you. It's nice to know the details of things before deciding. Then again I'm on my 2 month mark of 'Comparative Review' so I'm not really deciding anything yet.

No problem. Here's a link to the course schedule if anyone else is interested in what classes are offered.

http://www.law.ufl.edu/student-affairs/ ... -schedules

[nmm10e]

my current status date changed to 4/3/14 .. but still in CR

[underwear]

Are WL/rejections given only by email? Likewise, acceptances only by snail-mail?

(EDIT) It looks like rejections were thru email an WL is by snail-mail. If you're wait-listed, does it notify you of that status on their online-tracker? Or must you wait for the WL letter to arrive in the mail?

my current status date changed to 4/3/14 .. but still in CR

any word on FSU? I'll be rooting for you!

[nmm10e]

Are WL/rejections given only by email? Likewise, acceptances only by snail-mail?

(EDIT) It looks like rejections were thru email an WL is by snail-mail. If you're wait-listed, does it notify you of that status on their online-tracker? Or must you wait for the WL letter to arrive in the mail?

my current status date changed to 4/3/14 .. but still in CR

any word on FSU? I'll be rooting for you!

No word on FSU -- still on Hold, but hoping for the best b/c it is my number one! Thank you for the support

[thevuch]

went to admission offer mailed on status checker. im guessing im in?

[rdelaney]

went to admission offer mailed on status checker. im guessing im in?

With your numbers, absolutely. Although, most of the statuses have said decision mailed...if it says "admission offer," I'd assume it means you were accepted. I don't know why it would be a WL.

[underwear]

went to admission offer mailed on status checker. im guessing im in?

With your numbers, absolutely. Although, most of the statuses have said decision mailed...if it says "admission offer," I'd assume it means you were accepted. I don't know why it would be a WL.

"Decision mailed" precedes "Admission Offered"... For about 30 minutes anyways. Don't ask me why.

[nmm10e]

mine says admission offered! does this mean what I think it means??

[rdelaney]

went to admission offer mailed on status checker. im guessing im in?

With your numbers, absolutely. Although, most of the statuses have said decision mailed...if it says "admission offer," I'd assume it means you were accepted. I don't know why it would be a WL.

"Decision mailed" precedes "Admission Offered"... For about 30 minutes anyways. Don't ask me why.

Oh, mine never switched! It has changed now, since I received the letter though I haven't been on there.

[w7ldcard]

On my flight to Gainesville. With my choice between ASU and UF its going to be a tough one.

[nebula666]

http://www.lstscorereports.com/schools/florida/2013/

New scores out for UF. Percentage in full time JD required jobs went up 10% and we're now only 3% behind FSU.

[w7ldcard]

http://www.lstscorereports.com/schools/florida/2013/

New scores out for UF. Percentage in full time JD required jobs went up 10% and we're now only 3% behind FSU.

Thanks for the info! Hmm I wonder why the underemployed is so high still

[toshiroh]

Sigh, I thought I was pretty much done thinking about UF after I got into three of my T-14 choices and one T-20. But then I think about all the debt at the other schools and wonder if it's worth it. + I have to make a decision by 4/15/2014 since I received a scholarship instead of the usual may timeline

[pat4redick]

Sigh, I thought I was pretty much done thinking about UF after I got into three of my T-14 choices and one T-20. But then I think about all the debt at the other schools and wonder if it's worth it. + I have to make a decision by 4/15/2014 since I received a scholarship instead of the usual may timeline

If you don't mind my asking, any idea where and what you wanna practice? And how big is the gap in total cost of attendance?

[cricketlove00]

Sigh, I thought I was pretty much done thinking about UF after I got into three of my T-14 choices and one T-20. But then I think about all the debt at the other schools and wonder if it's worth it. + I have to make a decision by 4/15/2014 since I received a scholarship instead of the usual may timeline

How important is prestige for you? Is it more important for you to be debt-averse or to have gone to a T-14 and have a better chance at Biglaw?

[toshiroh]

Sigh, I thought I was pretty much done thinking about UF after I got into three of my T-14 choices and one T-20. But then I think about all the debt at the other schools and wonder if it's worth it. + I have to make a decision by 4/15/2014 since I received a scholarship instead of the usual may timeline

If you don't mind my asking, any idea where and what you wanna practice? And how big is the gap in total cost of attendance?

I've always wanted to practice in NYC/LA, but honestly wouldn't mind Miami. If I went to UF, I would hardly be taking out any Loans, besides like $1000 for books. I have family to stay with. If I take any of the other choices I'd be going at least 150-200k in debt.

[toshiroh]

Sigh, I thought I was pretty much done thinking about UF after I got into three of my T-14 choices and one T-20. But then I think about all the debt at the other schools and wonder if it's worth it. + I have to make a decision by 4/15/2014 since I received a scholarship instead of the usual may timeline

How important is prestige for you? Is it more important for you to be debt-averse or to have gone to a T-14 and have a better chance at Biglaw?

Im debt adverse, but also don't know if I would be completely shut out of Miami Big law going to UF? I haven't found any info on Miami Big law.

[nmm10e]

I did the "seat deposit trick" and it let me pay! Also- I received my UF e-mail! I still can't believe it's real ...... I just want the packet !!!

[thevuch]

has anyone tried to negotiate scholarships with them

[pat4redick]

Sigh, I thought I was pretty much done thinking about UF after I got into three of my T-14 choices and one T-20. But then I think about all the debt at the other schools and wonder if it's worth it. + I have to make a decision by 4/15/2014 since I received a scholarship instead of the usual may timeline

How important is prestige for you? Is it more important for you to be debt-averse or to have gone to a T-14 and have a better chance at Biglaw?

Im debt adverse, but also don't know if I would be completely shut out of Miami Big law going to UF? I haven't found any info on Miami Big law.

If you have the grades, albeit high grades (top 10%), you won't be shut out of Miami Big law. But it goes without saying that you don't need as high class rank at a T14.

Miami Big law is not that big but most come to interview (and fill some summer slots) from UF.

[OhScalia]

Sigh, I thought I was pretty much done thinking about UF after I got into three of my T-14 choices and one T-20. But then I think about all the debt at the other schools and wonder if it's worth it. + I have to make a decision by 4/15/2014 since I received a scholarship instead of the usual may timeline

If you don't mind my asking, any idea where and what you wanna practice? And how big is the gap in total cost of attendance?

I've always wanted to practice in NYC/LA, but honestly wouldn't mind Miami. If I went to UF, I would hardly be taking out any Loans, besides like $1000 for books. I have family to stay with. If I take any of the other choices I'd be going at least 150-200k in debt.

Are you sure you can be in the top 10% of the class after 1L year at UF?

[rdelaney]

has anyone tried to negotiate scholarships with them

I sent an email trying to get more money. I don't have a comparable scholarship though. The Dean said that most students accept the scholarships on April 15th, any extra money is put back into a pot where new students are given a shot at it. She said most of the money goes to new students and very little is given to students who already have an offer.

[Nucky]

Sigh, I thought I was pretty much done thinking about UF after I got into three of my T-14 choices and one T-20. But then I think about all the debt at the other schools and wonder if it's worth it. + I have to make a decision by 4/15/2014 since I received a scholarship instead of the usual may timeline

If you don't mind my asking, any idea where and what you wanna practice? And how big is the gap in total cost of attendance?

I've always wanted to practice in NYC/LA, but honestly wouldn't mind Miami. If I went to UF, I would hardly be taking out any Loans, besides like $1000 for books. I have family to stay with. If I take any of the other choices I'd be going at least 150-200k in debt.

Are you sure you can be in the top 10% of the class after 1L year at UF?

Is this a serious question?

[toshiroh]

Sigh, I thought I was pretty much done thinking about UF after I got into three of my T-14 choices and one T-20. But then I think about all the debt at the other schools and wonder if it's worth it. + I have to make a decision by 4/15/2014 since I received a scholarship instead of the usual may timeline

If you don't mind my asking, any idea where and what you wanna practice? And how big is the gap in total cost of attendance?

I've always wanted to practice in NYC/LA, but honestly wouldn't mind Miami. If I went to UF, I would hardly be taking out any Loans, besides like $1000 for books. I have family to stay with. If I take any of the other choices I'd be going at least 150-200k in debt.

Are you sure you can be in the top 10% of the class after 1L year at UF?

nothing is sure with Law School. You can work as hard as you possibly can and still end up below 10%.

[acc123]

has anyone tried to negotiate scholarships with them

Yes, but my LSAT is 166.