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Do I need a "why x law school" essay?

Posted: Sat Oct 11, 2014 4:53 pm
by ashweddy
Hi! I am applying to law school right now for next year. I have (almost) perfected my personal statement, have all my letters of rec, etc. in and am trying to decide if I can add a blurb at the end for "why x law school" or if I need to write a separate essay.

About me:
171 LSAT
3.8 GPA
3 years post grad work experience

My ideal schools are NYU, Columbia, U Chicago or Georgetown. Other than that, I want to go to a T-14 school or not go at all. Do any of those schools strongly prefer "why x law school" essays?

Thanks for your help!!

Re: Do I need a "why x law school" essay?

Posted: Sat Oct 11, 2014 5:29 pm
by Cradle6
Apparently it helps for schools that yield protect heavily like UVA.

Re: Do I need a "why x law school" essay?

Posted: Sat Oct 11, 2014 6:07 pm
by banjo
It might be useful at U Chicago. Just talk about small class size, quarter system, Chicago, and mention a few faculty members whose research interests you.

Re: Do I need a "why x law school" essay?

Posted: Sat Oct 11, 2014 6:39 pm
by RSN