3.4/174/STEM Chance Me? Forum

[OctopusOswald]

Hello TLS:

I am currently 2-3 years out of undergrad from UCLA (3.4), with a BS in Mathematics and BA in Economics. I just got my August Flex back and got a 174, and I'm looking to apply in Fall 2021.

I am Asian/trans with some T3 softs and I'm blanketing T20s, but NYU, Columbia, Penn, Northwestern, and Duke are my top choices. Not sure what my GPA means for my prospects, but I wanna know if I have a shot or if this is a crap shoot? Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

[crazywafflez]

I think your strat is a smart one; blanket the T20; you'll snag something. I'd also consider tossing an app to some T1 regionals of where you want to practice just for scholly info (not sure if USC is a t20, but I'd consider sending them an app). I think perhaps expanding to Cornell and others in the T14 may also be good. I think you'll get some bites, just not sure on the packages you'll get in the T14. Best of luck

[The Lsat Airbender]

Not sure what my GPA means for my prospects, but I wanna know if I have a shot or if this is a crap shoot?

Both. "Crap shoot" just means it's unpredictable, like casino craps. 174 is a good place to be and your softs will help you stand out among other splitters.

[LBJ's Hair]

yeah apply everywhere. your LSAT is strong even for a T6, and maybe one of em will overlook the GPA given STEM + LGBTQ