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I recently was accepted to a T14 law school as a transfer student. I really regret my decision saying no. It has caused me so much depression the past couple of weeks. I didn't feel like I had enough time to make a decision. How likely would it be for a school to let in a student after saying no?

Considering most schools have already started, I think any chance of changing your mind has passed.

There was a post on reddit (that has now been deleted) of someone getting into UPenn as a transfer and making the choice to stay at their low ranked T2 (I believe the school was ranked 80 to 90?). Sounds like you are in a similar position OP.

I think it is highly unlikely a school is willing to take you after you have rejected their offer. And, most schools have already completed one week of classes as this point.

For future transfer applicants: It can be tempting to stay at you current school because you have gotten "comfortable" there. However, it is important to remember that you decided to apply to transfer for a reason. Make your decision carefully and don't be seduced into staying in your comfort zone.

zoeharts wrote: ↑

Sun Aug 30, 2020 6:17 pm

There was a post on reddit (that has now been deleted) of someone getting into UPenn as a transfer and making the choice to stay at their low ranked T2 (I believe the school was ranked 80 to 90?). Sounds like you are in a similar position OP.

I think it is highly unlikely a school is willing to take you after you have rejected their offer. And, most schools have already completed one week of classes as this point.

For future transfer applicants: It can be tempting to stay at you current school because you have gotten "comfortable" there. However, it is important to remember that you decided to apply to transfer for a reason. Make your decision carefully and don't be seduced into staying in your comfort zone.

This. ^^^

I wouldn't transfer to a T14 in this pandemic/economy. I imagine you have aid at your current school. Classes are going to be online. It will be harder to build relationships with faculty and students as a transfer. Giving up aid and signing up for more loans is not a financially prudent decision. There's no telling what the economy would look like when you graduate. I transferred a few years ago and wouldn't do so in this economy.

beyond22 wrote: ↑

Wed Sep 02, 2020 8:31 pm

I wouldn't transfer to a T14 in this pandemic/economy. I imagine you have aid at your current school. Classes are going to be online. It will be harder to build relationships with faculty and students as a transfer. Giving up aid and signing up for more loans is not a financially prudent decision. There's no telling what the economy would look like when you graduate. I transferred a few years ago and wouldn't do so in this economy.

I would imagine transferring would be even more prudent given the economy (especially into the T6).

If OP has a full scholarship ride at his T2 and then takes on 150K in loans at a T14 - how financially prudent is that??

KPUSN07 wrote: ↑

Fri Sep 04, 2020 7:51 am

If OP has a full scholarship ride at his T2 and then takes on 150K in loans at a T14 - how financially prudent is that??

Depends on the quality of the job he's able to get from his T14 versus his T2, especially in this market.

Pennoyer v. Meh wrote: ↑

Fri Sep 04, 2020 10:06 am

KPUSN07 wrote: ↑

Fri Sep 04, 2020 7:51 am

If OP has a full scholarship ride at his T2 and then takes on 150K in loans at a T14 - how financially prudent is that??

Depends on the quality of the job he's able to get from his T14 versus his T2, especially in this market.

Assume he gets a big firm NYC job paying 190K, but with 150K in loans OR he gets a mid to big firm job in regional / secondary market paying 120+ - what is the more prudent choice? I am more debt averse, and the debt saddles you to big law for at least 5+ years whereas maybe the T2 does not (although the T2 does limit professional opportunities).

KPUSN07 wrote: ↑

Fri Sep 04, 2020 2:28 pm

Pennoyer v. Meh wrote: ↑

Fri Sep 04, 2020 10:06 am

KPUSN07 wrote: ↑

Fri Sep 04, 2020 7:51 am

If OP has a full scholarship ride at his T2 and then takes on 150K in loans at a T14 - how financially prudent is that??

Depends on the quality of the job he's able to get from his T14 versus his T2, especially in this market.

Assume he gets a big firm NYC job paying 190K, but with 150K in loans OR he gets a mid to big firm job in regional / secondary market paying 120+ - what is the more prudent choice? I am more debt averse, and the debt saddles you to big law for at least 5+ years whereas maybe the T2 does not (although the T2 does limit professional opportunities).

This is incredibly short sighted.

letsee456 wrote: ↑

Fri Sep 04, 2020 4:34 pm

KPUSN07 wrote: ↑

Fri Sep 04, 2020 2:28 pm

Pennoyer v. Meh wrote: ↑

Fri Sep 04, 2020 10:06 am

KPUSN07 wrote: ↑

Fri Sep 04, 2020 7:51 am

If OP has a full scholarship ride at his T2 and then takes on 150K in loans at a T14 - how financially prudent is that??

Depends on the quality of the job he's able to get from his T14 versus his T2, especially in this market.

Assume he gets a big firm NYC job paying 190K, but with 150K in loans OR he gets a mid to big firm job in regional / secondary market paying 120+ - what is the more prudent choice? I am more debt averse, and the debt saddles you to big law for at least 5+ years whereas maybe the T2 does not (although the T2 does limit professional opportunities).

This is incredibly short sighted.

I mean, it's entirely personal preference, so not really, if it doesn't fit with your personal values and goals.

nixy wrote: ↑

Fri Sep 04, 2020 7:46 pm

letsee456 wrote: ↑

Fri Sep 04, 2020 4:34 pm

KPUSN07 wrote: ↑

Fri Sep 04, 2020 2:28 pm

Pennoyer v. Meh wrote: ↑

Fri Sep 04, 2020 10:06 am

KPUSN07 wrote: ↑

Fri Sep 04, 2020 7:51 am

If OP has a full scholarship ride at his T2 and then takes on 150K in loans at a T14 - how financially prudent is that??

Depends on the quality of the job he's able to get from his T14 versus his T2, especially in this market.

Assume he gets a big firm NYC job paying 190K, but with 150K in loans OR he gets a mid to big firm job in regional / secondary market paying 120+ - what is the more prudent choice? I am more debt averse, and the debt saddles you to big law for at least 5+ years whereas maybe the T2 does not (although the T2 does limit professional opportunities).

This is incredibly short sighted.

I mean, it's entirely personal preference, so not really, if it doesn't fit with your personal values and goals.

Yep. The decision is going to be different for each individual, but I don't think every person who applies to transfer does so thinking that he or she will definitely transfer. I know that when I applied I wanted the option, but I wasn't sure I wanted to do it. Comfort matters. The relationships you build as a 1L matter. Keeping your top-of-class status and faculty support matter. I ultimately ended up not transferring. I do not regret it.

Although, if I had gotten into a HYS school, I probably would have. I didn't feel like the pros outweighed the cons with the other t14 schools. On occasion, I questioned that choice, but being where I am now, I am happy I made the decision I did. This is a very personal decision. I don't think transferring is the best choice for everybody. OP, you might end up being happy with your choice down the line. We'll have to wait and see (I can't offer any help on whether it's too late to change your decision, unfortunately).