Do I have a chance at these schools? Forum

[lildurk25]

My stats are I am a AA male with a 2.9 GPA and a 175 LSAT
My desired schools

Are NYU, UoM, UoT Austin, and U of I Champaign, and Notre Dame Law

[crazywafflez]

You are a huge splitter and URM- your cycle will be unpredictable. I'd apply more broadly, personally, I think blanketing the T14-20 or so would be wise, and then targeting T1s in the region you want for good scholarships (which I think you've kind of done looking at U of I C and ND). I'd at least expand your apps in the T14 and hit up NW, Chi, Penn, UVA, Cornell, Gtown, and Duke.
It's so hard to predict what you'll get- I think you'll have a good cycle though if you apply broadly. Idk about the rest, but I'd feel fairly confident about U of I with a scholly; I think you'll get into ND, no idea on the package.
I think the T14 will be really unpredictable and I've heard this cycle is more competitive. Check out mylsn and input your stats. I think if you apply broadly you'll get something decent though.
Best of luck.

[CanadianWolf]

Your law school personal statement may have a significant impact upon your chances for admission.

My best guess is that you will receive multiple acceptances from the schools on your list.

I agree that you should apply to more law schools as an LSAT score of 175 is unlikely to be ignored by any law school.

[jsnow212]

Your law school personal statement may have a significant impact upon your chances for admission.

My best guess is that you will receive multiple acceptances from the schools on your list.

I agree that you should apply to more law schools as an LSAT score of 175 is unlikely to be ignored by any law school.

Agreed. OP should take special care to put their best foot forward in the PS with this particular application profile.

It doesn't need to be the most creative thing every, but really use it to differentiate yourself and showcase your thoughtfulness, work ethic, and writing ability.