Berk$$$ or NU$ Forum

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[bigeast03]

How much is $$$ and $?

[bk1]

So Cal is a lot cheaper because of the GI bill, right? If Cal is really that much cheaper I think it is hands down Boalt. The only advantage I see for NU is the fact that you would be closer to your wife. But Chicago is far enough away that it's a moot point imo.

[005618502]

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[SemperLegal]

How much is $$$ and $?

Probally total indebtedness of 15k-20k@berk and 60k-80k@NU

[bk1]

How much is $$$ and $?

Probally total indebtedness of 15k-20k@berk and 60k-80k@NU

At first glance I would say this is easily Berkeley. After thinking about it, I could see an argument for NU depending on how often you and your wife will be flying back and forth. 40-60k is a lot, but if you guys are flying often I could see an argument that the 3-4 hours each way that you will be saving could make it worth it.

[decaf735]

disagree.

i think berkeley is the closest thing to the obvious choice here.

[SemperLegal]

At first glance I would say this is easily Berkeley. After thinking about it, I could see an argument for NU depending on how often you and your wife will be flying back and forth. 40-60k is a lot, but if you guys are flying often I could see an argument that the 3-4 hours each way that you will be saving could make it worth it.

The other issue is that I feel, perhaps without justification, that NU has a wider reach, making it easier for me to find Biglaw in whatever city she ends up in. Not sure how flexible her "OCI" is, her school is lower ranked, but doctors are in demand. Can't find a good version of TLS or NALP for doctor's.

[09042014]

How much is $$$ and $?

Probally total indebtedness of 15k-20k@berk and 60k-80k@NU

At first glance I would say this is easily Berkeley. After thinking about it, I could see an argument for NU depending on how often you and your wife will be flying back and forth. 40-60k is a lot, but if you guys are flying often I could see an argument that the 3-4 hours each way that you will be saving could make it worth it.

My gf is in DC, and the flights aren't that bad. But Chicago to SF flights are like 5 hours. I imagine SF to East Coast is at least 6.

But, realistically, they are only going to fly back at forth maybe 5-7 times during school. You are talking about 25-35 hours extra flight time for 40-60 grand? WORTH IT. Especially since he can work or sleep on the flights.

And there is like a 40% chance his wife will fuck some other dude anyway. No reason to throw the money away.

Though I encourage you to try to negotiate with northwestern's financial aid people. They may meet the difference.

[005618502]

At first glance I would say this is easily Berkeley. After thinking about it, I could see an argument for NU depending on how often you and your wife will be flying back and forth. 40-60k is a lot, but if you guys are flying often I could see an argument that the 3-4 hours each way that you will be saving could make it worth it.

The other issue is that I feel, perhaps without justification, that NU has a wider reach, making it easier for me to find Biglaw in whatever city she ends up in. Not sure how flexible her "OCI" is, her school is lower ranked, but doctors are in demand. Can't find a good version of TLS or NALP for doctor's.

I disagree. I think that your wife having a job there is significant ties. Berkeley has a strong reputation even though some hate on them here. They are often thought to have the best public law school (even though Michigan is not higher ranked). I think that name will travel just fine with the right ties. Berkeley with 15K or less in debt is an obvious answer in my book. I wish I had that option and I got a small scholly in the T14 I just found out

[005618502]

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[005618502]

How much is $$$ and $?

Probally total indebtedness of 15k-20k@berk and 60k-80k@NU

At first glance I would say this is easily Berkeley. After thinking about it, I could see an argument for NU depending on how often you and your wife will be flying back and forth. 40-60k is a lot, but if you guys are flying often I could see an argument that the 3-4 hours each way that you will be saving could make it worth it.

My gf is in DC, and the flights aren't that bad. But Chicago to SF flights are like 5 hours. I imagine SF to East Coast is at least 6.

But, realistically, they are only going to fly back at forth maybe 5-7 times during school. You are talking about 25-35 hours extra flight time for 40-60 grand? WORTH IT. Especially since he can work or sleep on the flights.

And there is like a 40% chance his wife will fuck some other dude anyway. No reason to throw the money away.

Though I encourage you to try to negotiate with northwestern's financial aid people. They may meet the difference.

Dont. You dont know their specific situation.

[09042014]

I think your bigger problem is that you'll have to know where your wife is going to work by August 2013. Is she going to know where her residency is by then?

[SemperLegal]

And there is like a 40% chance his wife will fuck some other dude anyway. No reason to throw the money away.

She has had 2+ years of my absence to do so already and hasn't, so at this point her sunken costs are probally too large.

[09042014]

And there is like a 40% chance his wife will fuck some other dude anyway. No reason to throw the money away.

She has had 2+ years of my absence to do so already and hasn't, so at this point her sunken costs are probally too large.

You should probably let her make the call about whether being 5 hours further away is a big deal. SOunds like she earned that.

What I forgot to consider was time zones. The flying isn't a problem, but being 3 hours behind will make talking on the phone a lot harder. Especially when you both will have limited time.

[SemperLegal]

I think your bigger problem is that you'll have to know where your wife is going to work by August 2013. Is she going to know where her residency is by then?

Nope.

[Hjones33]

And there is like a 40% chance his wife will fuck some other dude anyway. No reason to throw the money away.

She has had 2+ years of my absence to do so already and hasn't, so at this point her sunken costs are probally too large.

You should probably let her make the call about whether being 5 hours further away is a big deal. SOunds like she earned that.

What I forgot to consider was time zones. The flying isn't a problem, but being 3 hours behind will make talking on the phone a lot harder. Especially when you both will have limited time.

Very, very true. It sounds a lot easier than it actually is. And everyone thinks they are different but make sure you keep this in your mind if you have never experienced this before.

[rklafehn]

I would say Berk because it has better weather and is cheaper although it seems as if its biglaw placement lags behind the rest of the T13 because of its location. However, not sure if the difference is worth the difference in COA the two schools.

[SemperLegal]

And there is like a 40% chance his wife will fuck some other dude anyway. No reason to throw the money away.

She has had 2+ years of my absence to do so already and hasn't, so at this point her sunken costs are probally too large.

You should probably let her make the call about whether being 5 hours further away is a big deal. SOunds like she earned that.

What I forgot to consider was time zones. The flying isn't a problem, but being 3 hours behind will make talking on the phone a lot harder. Especially when you both will have limited time.

I currently am 6-9 time zones away from her, depending on the day of the week.


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[CanadianWolf]

Did you apply to Penn, NYU &/or Columbia?

[SemperLegal]

Did you apply to Penn, NYU &/or Columbia?

Out at all three.

[CanadianWolf]

Same for Virginia & Duke ? If so, your remaining choices are outstanding. I'd lean toward Northwestern in your situation due to travel time & time zone differences pointed out above in addition to the higher liklihood of East Coast or Chicago employment.
Visit both law schools & your choice should be much easier, in my opinion.