Transfer advice/chances (FINALLY)
Posted: Wed Jun 05, 2013 1:51 pm
Rankings finally released from my school today (but condolences to any who are still waiting, it's a cold bitch).
USNWR 25-30
Top 10%
3.74
ETA: will be invited to law review.
162 LSAT
My motivation for transferring is an improved shot at Biglaw. I have specific work I want to do, both as a firm lawyer and beyond, and Biglaw maximizes my chances of meeting those goals. However my current school is almost entirely regional, and Biglaw in my market is very, very limited to a small handful of firms, none of which are V30 or higher. I'd also like to considerably improve my chances to go to the west coast.
Anywhere I transfer will come with greatly increased COA funded entirely by loans, even if my modest scholarship doesn't renew, which is likely considering where I finished this year. That said, had I been accepted at any of the schools where I was originally waitlisted, I'd be paying sticker, anyway, with hopes of a scholarship IF I got into the first decile after 1L.
I have very positive LORs from my writing prof and another prof that I took two classes with this year. I have some nice softs, though nothing earth shattering, but enough to show that I didn't just camp out in the library for 8 months.
Right now I'm thinking of applying to CCNPB. Curious your thoughts/advice on my situation, and what you think my chances are at this list of schools. Thanks in advance, I appreciate everyone's helpful feedback.
USNWR 25-30
Top 10%
3.74
ETA: will be invited to law review.
162 LSAT
My motivation for transferring is an improved shot at Biglaw. I have specific work I want to do, both as a firm lawyer and beyond, and Biglaw maximizes my chances of meeting those goals. However my current school is almost entirely regional, and Biglaw in my market is very, very limited to a small handful of firms, none of which are V30 or higher. I'd also like to considerably improve my chances to go to the west coast.
Anywhere I transfer will come with greatly increased COA funded entirely by loans, even if my modest scholarship doesn't renew, which is likely considering where I finished this year. That said, had I been accepted at any of the schools where I was originally waitlisted, I'd be paying sticker, anyway, with hopes of a scholarship IF I got into the first decile after 1L.
I have very positive LORs from my writing prof and another prof that I took two classes with this year. I have some nice softs, though nothing earth shattering, but enough to show that I didn't just camp out in the library for 8 months.
Right now I'm thinking of applying to CCNPB. Curious your thoughts/advice on my situation, and what you think my chances are at this list of schools. Thanks in advance, I appreciate everyone's helpful feedback.
