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There's a law school close enough to where I live that I can daytrip to it, but far enough away that I won't be penalized for not visiting. This is one of the dozen or so schools I am applying to, and is one of the ones I am most competitive for.

If I could tour in the next two weeks or so, would it be best to do that and then apply? OR, because it's relatively late in the application cycle, should I just apply now? Which option will help my chances the most?

it doesn't matter. they just want your money.

DEFINITELY apply now, visit later. There's no reason applications should be held up for purposes of visiting a campus. The two aren't even related. Visit at your own leisure. I've only visited a few of the places I've applied to.

Why would you be penalized for not visiting? I've never heard of that.

I agree, apply now. If you have a competitive application and are considering this school, the fact that you visited the school or not makes no fundamental difference. You can plan a visit once you have a firm acceptance in hand.