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WHERE CAN I GO? I have a 172 LSAT and a 2.59 LSDAS GPA.

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mehereuthere101787 wrote:Here is my scenario:
I go to UCR. It's not an elite school but I think it is considered a top school. I am entering my fifth year here as a Philosophy/Law and Society major. My LSDAS GPA is a 2.59, but during my first two years in college my LSDAS GPA was a 1.9 and during my last two years it was a 3.22. Also, my major GPA is a 3.08, which is above the UGPA I have of 2.791. I feel I have a "strong" 2.59 (if there is any such thing) because I have both an upward trend and a better GPA in my harder classes. Also I have 2 solid letter of recommendations; one from a professor (who is actually a judge) and another from an employer where I have been an assistant manager. I was vice-president and president of my fraternity, choreographer for a dance team, and I have one legal internship under my belt which lasted a quarter. This is basically the extent of my extra curricular activities. I am Indian (the dot not the feather) so I do not think I am an underrepresented minority. With my 172 LSAT score, the upward trend in my GPA, the fact that my major GPA is higher, and all of my soft credentials, which schools out of the top 30 would I have the best shot at getting into with all these factors considered? Thanks for all of your time in this matter. 172 LSAT 2.59 LSDAS GPA
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Post by let/them/eat/cake » Sat Jul 17, 2010 8:49 pm

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mehereuthere101787 wrote:Here is my scenario:
I go to UCR. It's not an elite school but I think it is considered a top school. I am entering my fifth year here as a Philosophy/Law and Society major. My LSDAS GPA is a 2.59, but during my first two years in college my LSDAS GPA was a 1.9 and during my last two years it was a 3.22. Also, my major GPA is a 3.08, which is above the UGPA I have of 2.791. I feel I have a "strong" 2.59 (if there is any such thing) because I have both an upward trend and a better GPA in my harder classes. Also I have 2 solid letter of recommendations; one from a professor (who is actually a judge) and another from an employer where I have been an assistant manager. I was vice-president and president of my fraternity, choreographer for a dance team, and I have one legal internship under my belt which lasted a quarter. This is basically the extent of my extra curricular activities. I am Indian (the dot not the feather) so I do not think I am an underrepresented minority. With my 172 LSAT score, the upward trend in my GPA, the fact that my major GPA is higher, and all of my soft credentials, which schools out of the top 30 would I have the best shot at getting into with all these factors considered? Thanks for all of your time in this matter. 172 LSAT 2.59 LSDAS GPA
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Post by 09042014 » Sat Jul 17, 2010 8:55 pm

Knockglock wrote:
mehereuthere101787 wrote:Here is my scenario:
I go to UCR. It's not an elite school but I think it is considered a top school. I am entering my fifth year here as a Philosophy/Law and Society major. My LSDAS GPA is a 2.59, but during my first two years in college my LSDAS GPA was a 1.9 and during my last two years it was a 3.22. Also, my major GPA is a 3.08, which is above the UGPA I have of 2.791. I feel I have a "strong" 2.59 (if there is any such thing) because I have both an upward trend and a better GPA in my harder classes. Also I have 2 solid letter of recommendations; one from a professor (who is actually a judge) and another from an employer where I have been an assistant manager. I was vice-president and president of my fraternity, choreographer for a dance team, and I have one legal internship under my belt which lasted a quarter. This is basically the extent of my extra curricular activities. I am Indian (the dot not the feather) so I do not think I am an underrepresented minority. With my 172 LSAT score, the upward trend in my GPA, the fact that my major GPA is higher, and all of my soft credentials, which schools out of the top 30 would I have the best shot at getting into with all these factors considered? Thanks for all of your time in this matter. 172 LSAT 2.59 LSDAS GPA
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LSP won't work for such a low gpa.

If you are a fresh grad apply ED to Gtown Part time. Otherwise enjoy Minnesota

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Post by testmachine45 » Sat Jul 17, 2010 8:58 pm

What school are borderline? I am a splitter myself.

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Post by testmachine45 » Sat Jul 17, 2010 8:59 pm

This looks like IUB, University of Illionis, and a slight reach to Wustl.

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Post by let/them/eat/cake » Sat Jul 17, 2010 8:59 pm

mehereuthere101787 wrote:
let/them/eat/cake wrote:
Knockglock wrote:
mehereuthere101787 wrote:Here is my scenario:
I go to UCR. It's not an elite school but I think it is considered a top school. I am entering my fifth year here as a Philosophy/Law and Society major. My LSDAS GPA is a 2.59, but during my first two years in college my LSDAS GPA was a 1.9 and during my last two years it was a 3.22. Also, my major GPA is a 3.08, which is above the UGPA I have of 2.791. I feel I have a "strong" 2.59 (if there is any such thing) because I have both an upward trend and a better GPA in my harder classes. Also I have 2 solid letter of recommendations; one from a professor (who is actually a judge) and another from an employer where I have been an assistant manager. I was vice-president and president of my fraternity, choreographer for a dance team, and I have one legal internship under my belt which lasted a quarter. This is basically the extent of my extra curricular activities. I am Indian (the dot not the feather) so I do not think I am an underrepresented minority. With my 172 LSAT score, the upward trend in my GPA, the fact that my major GPA is higher, and all of my soft credentials, which schools out of the top 30 would I have the best shot at getting into with all these factors considered? Thanks for all of your time in this matter. 172 LSAT 2.59 LSDAS GPA
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lol well done.
I already have looked at these calculators, but wanted to know if my specific factors might elevate my chances at a couple of the borderline schools.
i think the fact that all that shit got crossed the F out might be an answer to that question....

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Post by myq » Sat Jul 17, 2010 10:17 pm

I'd apply to:

UVA
Northwestern
Georgetown
WUSTL
Minnesota
Illinois
Indiana
Fordham

Splitter cycles are unpredictable but you have a good shot at them (Northwestern with ED might be a good choice too)
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Post by 09042014 » Sat Jul 17, 2010 10:20 pm

mehereuthere101787 wrote:
Desert Fox wrote:
Knockglock wrote:
mehereuthere101787 wrote:Here is my scenario:
I go to UCR. It's not an elite school but I think it is considered a top school. I am entering my fifth year here as a Philosophy/Law and Society major. My LSDAS GPA is a 2.59, but during my first two years in college my LSDAS GPA was a 1.9 and during my last two years it was a 3.22. Also, my major GPA is a 3.08, which is above the UGPA I have of 2.791. I feel I have a "strong" 2.59 (if there is any such thing) because I have both an upward trend and a better GPA in my harder classes. Also I have 2 solid letter of recommendations; one from a professor (who is actually a judge) and another from an employer where I have been an assistant manager. I was vice-president and president of my fraternity, choreographer for a dance team, and I have one legal internship under my belt which lasted a quarter. This is basically the extent of my extra curricular activities. I am Indian (the dot not the feather) so I do not think I am an underrepresented minority. With my 172 LSAT score, the upward trend in my GPA, the fact that my major GPA is higher, and all of my soft credentials, which schools out of the top 30 would I have the best shot at getting into with all these factors considered? Thanks for all of your time in this matter. 172 LSAT 2.59 LSDAS GPA
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LSP won't work for such a low gpa.

If you are a fresh grad apply ED to Gtown Part time. Otherwise enjoy Minnesota
Do you know where would the best schools be that I could get into around LA or NY or SF?
Try UCDavis and UC Hastings. Small chance, but worth the apps.

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Post by testmachine45 » Sat Jul 17, 2010 10:34 pm

Northwestern ED is a serious waste of an ED. If you re serious, OP, then PT to Georgetown!!!! Please!!

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Post by billyez » Sat Jul 17, 2010 10:41 pm

Knockglock wrote:
mehereuthere101787 wrote:Here is my scenario:
I go to UCR. It's not an elite school but I think it is considered a top school. I am entering my fifth year here as a Philosophy/Law and Society major. My LSDAS GPA is a 2.59, but during my first two years in college my LSDAS GPA was a 1.9 and during my last two years it was a 3.22. Also, my major GPA is a 3.08, which is above the UGPA I have of 2.791. I feel I have a "strong" 2.59 (if there is any such thing) because I have both an upward trend and a better GPA in my harder classes. Also I have 2 solid letter of recommendations; one from a professor (who is actually a judge) and another from an employer where I have been an assistant manager. I was vice-president and president of my fraternity, choreographer for a dance team, and I have one legal internship under my belt which lasted a quarter. This is basically the extent of my extra curricular activities. I am Indian (the dot not the feather) so I do not think I am an underrepresented minority. With my 172 LSAT score, the upward trend in my GPA, the fact that my major GPA is higher, and all of my soft credentials, which schools out of the top 30 would I have the best shot at getting into with all these factors considered? Thanks for all of your time in this matter. 172 LSAT 2.59 LSDAS GPA
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Disagree vehemently. LSP should never, ever, be the simple answer to a question like this.

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Post by beachbum » Sat Jul 17, 2010 11:33 pm

mehereuthere101787 wrote:
billyez wrote:
Knockglock wrote:
mehereuthere101787 wrote:Here is my scenario:
I go to UCR. It's not an elite school but I think it is considered a top school. I am entering my fifth year here as a Philosophy/Law and Society major. My LSDAS GPA is a 2.59, but during my first two years in college my LSDAS GPA was a 1.9 and during my last two years it was a 3.22. Also, my major GPA is a 3.08, which is above the UGPA I have of 2.791. I feel I have a "strong" 2.59 (if there is any such thing) because I have both an upward trend and a better GPA in my harder classes. Also I have 2 solid letter of recommendations; one from a professor (who is actually a judge) and another from an employer where I have been an assistant manager. I was vice-president and president of my fraternity, choreographer for a dance team, and I have one legal internship under my belt which lasted a quarter. This is basically the extent of my extra curricular activities. I am Indian (the dot not the feather) so I do not think I am an underrepresented minority. With my 172 LSAT score, the upward trend in my GPA, the fact that my major GPA is higher, and all of my soft credentials, which schools out of the top 30 would I have the best shot at getting into with all these factors considered? Thanks for all of your time in this matter. 172 LSAT 2.59 LSDAS GPA
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Disagree vehemently. LSP should never, ever, be the simple answer to a question like this.
I concur. Do you have any suggestions on schools to look at that are "splitter" friendly but located in the NY SF or LA are and are inside the top 40 law schools. I am strongly opposed to living in the midwest and potentially being stuck there due to a lack of non-regional employment opportunities available through midwest schools. Thanks
You're really limiting yourself here, as the most splitter-friendly schools tend to be in the midwest. For the cities you listed, I would apply to UC-Davis, UC-Hastings, Fordham, and Cardozo. I would also toss an app to USC because... well, ya never know. Maybe they'll see your LSAT and upward GPA trend and decide you're an applicant that they just have to have. Stranger things have happened. I can't think of any, but I'm sure they have.

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Post by yo! » Sat Jul 17, 2010 11:49 pm

mehereuthere101787 wrote:
Desert Fox wrote:
Knockglock wrote:
mehereuthere101787 wrote:Here is my scenario:
I go to UCR. It's not an elite school but I think it is considered a top school. I am entering my fifth year here as a Philosophy/Law and Society major. My LSDAS GPA is a 2.59, but during my first two years in college my LSDAS GPA was a 1.9 and during my last two years it was a 3.22. Also, my major GPA is a 3.08, which is above the UGPA I have of 2.791. I feel I have a "strong" 2.59 (if there is any such thing) because I have both an upward trend and a better GPA in my harder classes. Also I have 2 solid letter of recommendations; one from a professor (who is actually a judge) and another from an employer where I have been an assistant manager. I was vice-president and president of my fraternity, choreographer for a dance team, and I have one legal internship under my belt which lasted a quarter. This is basically the extent of my extra curricular activities. I am Indian (the dot not the feather) so I do not think I am an underrepresented minority. With my 172 LSAT score, the upward trend in my GPA, the fact that my major GPA is higher, and all of my soft credentials, which schools out of the top 30 would I have the best shot at getting into with all these factors considered? Thanks for all of your time in this matter. 172 LSAT 2.59 LSDAS GPA
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LSP won't work for such a low gpa.

If you are a fresh grad apply ED to Gtown Part time. Otherwise enjoy Minnesota
Do you know where would the best schools be that I could get into around LA or NY or SF?
LA: None, unless if you consider Loyola and Southwestern viable options.

SF: Hastings, maybe. I'm not too sure about Davis, they don't take many low GPAs as far as I know.

NY: Fordham, maybe. Prlly in at BLS.

None of these cities have any of the schools that are known to be splitter-friendly.

The previous responsed are credited. Shoot for WUSTL, Minn, or IUB. hth

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Post by mountaintime » Sun Jul 18, 2010 12:06 am

Reach/ED:
UVA
NU (but only with work experience)
GULC

Target:
WUSTL
GWU
UIUC
Minnesota

"safety":
IUB
W&L
GMU
Wake?

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Post by knsmdjd » Mon Jul 19, 2010 11:04 am

Your LSAT heals a lot of sins...

U Maryland
Boston College
Emory
Ohio State
Washington and Lee
Lewis and Clark
Iowa
Wake Forest
California-Davis

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Post by blurbz » Mon Jul 19, 2010 11:07 am

knsmdjd wrote:Your LSAT heals a lot of sins...

U Maryland
Boston College
Emory
Ohio State
Washington and Lee
Lewis and Clark
Iowa
Wake Forest
California-Davis
I don't think you're giving the LSAT enough credit here. OP: Aim higher. Look at the lists above (NW [w/ WE], Illinois, WashU, etc) and then maybe pull some from this list as safeties.

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