174 / 3.34 GPA - Any chance at Georgetown? Forum

[TLSModBot]

Hey all, long time lurker, relatively new poster. I'm kind of on the fence as to whether I've got a shot at G-town, but I'm hoping some additional voices can give me a better perspective:

- I'm applying to the Part-time program, early decision
- My first LSAT score (October 2011) was 169, my December 2011 retake is 174
- My GPA from American University is 3.34, with an upwards trend at the senior year, University Honors, president of Debate Society, and completed undergrad in 3 years
- I've been working for 5 years in an electronic discovery legal consulting firm, and want to go into academia on the E-discovery field
- Other softs/lack thereof: Eagle Scout/Boy Scout Leader, not a URM

I think I've got a strong application, but if there's anyone else who's applied/been accepted/attended G-town or other schools in the DC area, I'd greatly appreciate your input as if I don't hear back I'll need to gauge my other options in the area!

thanks muchly in advance folks?

[TLSModBot]

Also: If I have a strong enough shot, is it worth NOT applying ED in the hopes of getting some $ ?

[Kabuo]

If you're applying early next year, strong shot. If you're applying this cycle, weakish.

[sambeber]

Absolutely have a chance. I got in (albeit only weeks before school started) with both a GPA and LSAT that are lower than your numbers. It's a personal decision regarding whether the application fee is worth it to you given your likelihood, but on the question of whether you have a chance, the answer is yes.

[Grizz]

http://www.top-law-schools.com/forums/v ... 9&t=170051

[hdsoc]

Definitely have a chance, although obviously applying late will diminish it somewhat. FWIW, I have a 3.3ish and a 173 and I was accepted to Georgetown, Michigan (w/ $$) and NYU among others, so you may be selling yourself short. Granted, I applied in October, but if you don't get in this cycle, might be worth applying early next cycle.

[aenti]

Absolutely have a chance. I got in (albeit only weeks before school started) with both a GPA and LSAT that are lower than your numbers. It's a personal decision regarding whether the application fee is worth it to you given your likelihood, but on the question of whether you have a chance, the answer is yes.

If you don't mind me asking, how did you do?

[hookem12]

It seems that GULC cares a lot about numbers, especially LSAT scores, so even with a lower than median GPA, you still have a really good shot. If it helps, I got accepted with 3.7/169.

[NYC Law]

Good chance, but you should aim higher. Think N + MVP + DC, unless you're into Gov't/IP.

[iamrobk]

Good chance, but you should aim higher. Think N + MVP + DC, unless you're into Gov't/IP.

Yeah, this. You'd probably be in at MVP (at least with ED).

[sambeber]

Absolutely have a chance. I got in (albeit only weeks before school started) with both a GPA and LSAT that are lower than your numbers. It's a personal decision regarding whether the application fee is worth it to you given your likelihood, but on the question of whether you have a chance, the answer is yes.

If you don't mind me asking, how did you do?

How did I do what?