Florida State c/o 2020 Applicants (2016-2017) Forum

[smashbash]

Got into Miami with basically 50% scholarship. I heard back about 1 or 2 days after being notified of admittance.

(not sure if worth noting, but I'm a FL resident and I'd be paying in-state tuition at FSU)

Nice.. I'm originally from FL but I moved out to UT 3 years ago, so my scholarship is distributed 50% out of state tuition the first year and then 75% each year after in state tuition... Miami I got $120k over 3 years (though I was getting worried after them not calling me right away)

[RParadela]

Just got the scholly email from FSU! Garnet & Gold scholarship!

Here's the breakdown:
Year 1 - $20,500 (amounting to approximately 50% of our out-of-state tuition)

Year 2 - $15,500 (amounting to approximately 75% of our in-state tuition)

Year 3 - $15,500 (amounting to approximately 75% of our in-state tuition)

No stipulations!

What were your numbers? I'm about to apply and I'm wondering what my chances are at a sizable scholarship

[smashbash]

Just got the scholly email from FSU! Garnet & Gold scholarship!

Here's the breakdown:
Year 1 - $20,500 (amounting to approximately 50% of our out-of-state tuition)

Year 2 - $15,500 (amounting to approximately 75% of our in-state tuition)

Year 3 - $15,500 (amounting to approximately 75% of our in-state tuition)

No stipulations!

What were your numbers? I'm about to apply and I'm wondering what my chances are at a sizable scholarship

161/3.33

[Houzy]

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[lonola]

Did anyone else find the 500 word limit on the personal statement odd?

There was a 500 word limit? I apparently did not notice that and mine was maybe 650 words (two pages even double spaced). It didn't seem to be a problem.

[smashbash]

Did anyone else find the 500 word limit on the personal statement odd?

There was a 500 word limit? I apparently did not notice that and mine was maybe 650 words (two pages even double spaced). It didn't seem to be a problem.

Yea, I condensed mine as much as possible but it was definitely over by atleast 200-300 words.

[michelekfla]

Did anyone else find the 500 word limit on the personal statement odd?

There was a 500 word limit? I apparently did not notice that and mine was maybe 650 words (two pages even double spaced). It didn't seem to be a problem.

Yea, I condensed mine as much as possible but it was definitely over by atleast 200-300 words.

I called and asked about it and they said it was "ok" if it was more than 500 but couldn't be more than 2 pages.

[Houzy]

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[RParadela]

I don't think people even notice. LSAC makes it so easy to fly through applications once you get the first one done that it's easy to miss minor details like that

[jag13]

Probably going to call them soon, been "application complete" for nearly four months

[zerato5]

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[RParadela]

Forgot to post this, but in with 75% scholarship. Trying to pick between UF and FSU

What are your goals in law?

[zerato5]

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[RParadela]

Forgot to post this, but in with 75% scholarship. Trying to pick between UF and FSU

What are your goals in law?

I would like biglaw, but I would be 100% ok with working at a midsize private firm.

You're not getting biglaw out of FSU or UF unless you absolutely crush it. I think the general consensus is that UF places slightly better for private practice but the difference is miniscule IMO.

I'm biased, but I think Tallahassee is a much better city than Gainesville. Better social scene, more stuff to do, and it's the state's capital so you can do some interesting stuff in government if that ever appeals to you

[zerato5]

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[espmma]

Just sent in my app today!

Complete 1/11/17
LSAT: 158 (155 on my 1st try)
GPA: 3.65

[jag13]

Forgot to post this, but in with 75% scholarship. Trying to pick between UF and FSU

What are your goals in law?

I would like biglaw, but I would be 100% ok with working at a midsize private firm.

I did undergrad at FSU and went to visit UF constantly. Tallahassee is a much better city than Gainesville. More things to do, better weather, larger area, better nightlife

[smashbash]

I did undergrad at FSU and went to visit UF constantly. Tallahassee is a much better city than Gainesville. More things to do, better weather, larger area, better nightlife

+1

[RParadela]

Forgot to post this, but in with 75% scholarship. Trying to pick between UF and FSU

What are your goals in law?

I would like biglaw, but I would be 100% ok with working at a midsize private firm.

I did undergrad at FSU and went to visit UF constantly. Tallahassee is a much better city than Gainesville. More things to do, better weather, larger area, better nightlife

Why would you go to Gainesville constantly? Does. Not. Compute.

[RParadela]

In via full scholarship plus living stipend!!

First acceptance so I'm buzzing

[lk7999]

In via full scholarship plus living stipend!!

First acceptance so I'm buzzing

Congrats!! Just received a call with the same offer, definitely exciting!

[RParadela]

Is there a FB group for the C/o of 2020?

[smashbash]

Is there a FB group for the C/o of 2020?

Yea there is. It's called Florida State Law Admitted Students.

[RParadela]

Is there a FB group for the C/o of 2020?

Yea there is. It's called Florida State Law Admitted Students.

Just sent a request to join. I wasn't sure if that one was an old group or not

[Packnole]

Has anyone been successful in scholarship negotiations? Waiting to hear back from some schools out of state still but have FSU and UF as my top choices currently. FSU offered 75% while UF offered 90%. I'm hoping I can get FSU to at least match them before I make a decision.