Chicago Law Class of 2017 Forum

[somuchwaiting]

Overall I think the pros outweighed the cons, but it really comes down to subjective factors. How much do you value the social benefits and the convenience vs how much you value amenities and responsive/adequate management. It can go either way for sure, I just didn't want it to seem like everyone hates Regents.

This may have already been mentioned, but what kind of rates can law students expect at Regents?

From the website, can't speak to accuracy:

Studio (550 - 650 Sq. Ft.)
$1,195 - $1,250

One Bedroom (715 - 750 Sq. Ft.)
$1,265 - $1,525

Two Bed / Two Bath (1,095 - 1,140 SF)
$1,575 - $1,895

Three Bed / Two Bath (1,255 Sq. Ft.)
$2,095 - $2,385

Four Bed / Four Bath (2,120 Sq. Ft.)
$2,200

Thanks!

[flippacious]

Question for Regents folks: how much do the washing machines / dryers cost per load? Trying to figure out budget comparisons for buildings with laundry facilities vs. in-unit machines. Also, how much do you typically pay for utilities?

[WhiteyCakes]

Hey folks, congrats to everyone who got in recently. If you're not sure about coming to ASW, you definitely should go. There is a ton of free booze and free food, and it is really the best opportunity for you to get a feel of the law school, the neighborhood, and the city if you're unfamiliar.

On another note, if anyone is bringing a spouse or kids with them next year, I am happy to answer any questions I can about schools, job resources, etc. Plus ASW will have some events geared towards helping with that transition as well.

See you in April! Hopefully we have above-freezing temperatures by then

[2014]

Question for Regents folks: how much do the washing machines / dryers cost per load? Trying to figure out budget comparisons for buildings with laundry facilities vs. in-unit machines. Also, how much do you typically pay for utilities?

It is or was like $3.25 combined for washing/drying. The machines are fairly standard sized and they have an electronic card thing so you don't have to deal w/ quarters.

I think my utilities last year for a 2 br tended to be ~60-70 a month. My rent was on the lower end of the website range btw but within it.

[Canof09]

Hey folks, congrats to everyone who got in recently. If you're not sure about coming to ASW, you definitely should go. There is a ton of free booze and free food, and it is really the best opportunity for you to get a feel of the law school, the neighborhood, and the city if you're unfamiliar.

On another note, if anyone is bringing a spouse or kids with them next year, I am happy to answer any questions I can about schools, job resources, etc. Plus ASW will have some events geared towards helping with that transition as well.

See you in April! Hopefully we have above-freezing temperatures by then

I went to ASW last year, and it was really freaking fun. Lots of booze and deep dish pizza. Also the law school will pay up to $200 of your transportation. No reason not to go.

[paglababa]

People with Rubies - did you have to submit your financial info first? Are there any full rides besides Ruby? Non named schollys?

[Sourrudedude]

People with Rubies - did you have to submit your financial info first? Are there any full rides besides Ruby? Non named schollys?

I got the ruby before submitting need access.

[oxie]

People with Rubies - did you have to submit your financial info first? Are there any full rides besides Ruby? Non named schollys?

I didn't have to submit financial info first.

As far as other scholarships go, you might want to take a look at this: http://www.law.uchicago.edu/prospective ... holarships

My reading of the recent ABA 509 reports is that there are non-named scholarships, but probably not much other than the Ruby for full-tuition...
2012-2013 school year: (LinkRemoved) 37 full+, 2 full, 44 half-to-full, 309 less than half
2011-2012 school year (start of the Ruby): (LinkRemoved) 4 full+, 4 full, 36 half-to-full, 312 less than half
2010-2011 school year: (LinkRemoved) 0 full+, 2 full, 26 half-to-full, 266 less than half
2009-2010 school year: (LinkRemoved) 0 full+, 5 full, 39 half-to-full, 289 less than half

[t-14orbust]

People with Rubies - did you have to submit your financial info first? Are there any full rides besides Ruby? Non named schollys?

There is the Cafaro scholarship which is full ride based on need+merit. I believe they offer about 4

[midwest17]

I've gotten lots of PM about apartment stuff, so I just wanted to add this publicly: housing that's not either Regents or University graduate housing is going to be hit and miss. Things will sound good in advertisements and look good in pictures that aren't actually that great. If you're going to rent outside of the default options you really need to spend a few days in Hyde Park actually looking at apartments. That's much less necessary with Regents and graduate housing where you can expect a more uniform experience and rely on what you hear from the large number of past students who have chosen those options.

[20141023]

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[Instinctive]

Checking in. Not much action from me until scholly news.

[Crowing]

I've gotten lots of PM about apartment stuff, so I just wanted to add this publicly: housing that's not either Regents or University graduate housing is going to be hit and miss. Things will sound good in advertisements and look good in pictures that aren't actually that great. If you're going to rent outside of the default options you really need to spend a few days in Hyde Park actually looking at apartments. That's much less necessary with Regents and graduate housing where you can expect a more uniform experience and rely on what you hear from the large number of past students who have chosen those options.

I recommend really talking to current students about how they feel about where they chose to live during ASW. Even within graduate student housing there's a lot of variation (I have a friend who loves her building and also know somebody who hated his so much he moved out immediately at the beginning of the school year). I know 1Ls who live in the Del Prado, the Algonquin, Hyde Park Tower, East Park Tower, Scholar's Corner, the Versailles (don't pick this one lol), all sorts of other buildings within Hyde Park that I don't remember/know the name of, and even the South Loop and the West Loop.

It can be tempting to go with Regents because it seems like such an easy default choice, but in my opinion with some research and diligence you can find a place more suited to your desires (or at least feel better about choosing Regents if that's what you ultimately decide on).

[Leo]

Anyone know the dress code for the Day in the Life event tomorrow?

[WhiteyCakes]

Anyone know the dress code for the Day in the Life event tomorrow?

No formal dress code, just don't look like a slob. I wore khakis and a button down for ASW last year, but plenty of people were in jeans too.

[Optimist Prime]

Checking in. Not much action from me until scholly news.

+1

I know it won't make the emails come any sooner, but do we have a guesstimate of when scholarship offers might be sent? I want to get plans made for ASW (and really would like to go), but I can't justify spending the money on it and taking time off work unless it's a serious option.

[Ricky-Bobby]

Checking in. Not much action from me until scholly news.

+1

I know it won't make the emails come any sooner, but do we have a guesstimate of when scholarship offers might be sent? I want to get plans made for ASW (and really would like to go), but I can't justify spending the money on it and taking time off work unless it's a serious option.

When will I receive my Financial Aid Package?
We will begin to release awards in early March to those students having completed their forms on time. Please note that we do not begin to pull forms until after the deadline so we will not be able to confirm receipt before then. However, if you are admitted later in the season, you will receive your award approximately a month after your admission.

[Canof09]

Checking in. Not much action from me until scholly news.

+1

I know it won't make the emails come any sooner, but do we have a guesstimate of when scholarship offers might be sent? I want to get plans made for ASW (and really would like to go), but I can't justify spending the money on it and taking time off work unless it's a serious option.

When will I receive my Financial Aid Package?
We will begin to release awards in early March to those students having completed their forms on time. Please note that we do not begin to pull forms until after the deadline so we will not be able to confirm receipt before then. However, if you are admitted later in the season, you will receive your award approximately a month after your admission.

I just checked my email inbox from last year, and I received my initial scholarship offer on March 15th. I negotiated and got my final offer on April 24th. Hope this helps.

[Optimist Prime]

Checking in. Not much action from me until scholly news.

+1

I know it won't make the emails come any sooner, but do we have a guesstimate of when scholarship offers might be sent? I want to get plans made for ASW (and really would like to go), but I can't justify spending the money on it and taking time off work unless it's a serious option.

When will I receive my Financial Aid Package?
We will begin to release awards in early March to those students having completed their forms on time. Please note that we do not begin to pull forms until after the deadline so we will not be able to confirm receipt before then. However, if you are admitted later in the season, you will receive your award approximately a month after your admission.

I just checked my email inbox from last year, and I received my initial scholarship offer on March 15th. I negotiated and got my final offer on April 24th. Hope this helps.

Thanks, but I'm not sure I can expect as timely an offer as Francis Underwood. And for the record I meant merit only, I won't be filling out finaid forms #middleclass #parentshavearetirementaccount

[Ricky-Bobby]

I just checked my email inbox from last year, and I received my initial scholarship offer on March 15th. I negotiated and got my final offer on April 24th. Hope this helps.

That does help, thank-you.

Thanks, but I'm not sure I can expect as timely an offer as Francis Underwood. And for the record I meant merit only, I won't be filling out finaid forms #middleclass #parentshavearetirementaccount

It doesn't matter. Aside from the Rubies, no scholarships are awarded until after the form deadline.

[Optimist Prime]

I just checked my email inbox from last year, and I received my initial scholarship offer on March 15th. I negotiated and got my final offer on April 24th. Hope this helps.

That does help, thank-you.

Thanks, but I'm not sure I can expect as timely an offer as Francis Underwood. And for the record I meant merit only, I won't be filling out finaid forms #middleclass #parentshavearetirementaccount

It doesn't matter. Aside from the Rubies, no scholarships are awarded until after the form deadline.

Ah, gotcha. Thanks Ricky-Bobby. Shake & Bake bro.

[Canof09]

When will I receive my Financial Aid Package?
We will begin to release awards in early March to those students having completed their forms on time. Please note that we do not begin to pull forms until after the deadline so we will not be able to confirm receipt before then. However, if you are admitted later in the season, you will receive your award approximately a month after your admission.

I just checked my email inbox from last year, and I received my initial scholarship offer on March 15th. I negotiated and got my final offer on April 24th. Hope this helps.

Thanks, but I'm not sure I can expect as timely an offer as Francis Underwood. And for the record I meant merit only, I won't be filling out finaid forms #middleclass #parentshavearetirementaccount

Haha I'm sure you will get your offer soon. My scholarship is merit based.

[qweds]

So in order to be considered for scholarships (both merit- and need-based), all we have to do is to submit need access, right?

[Rt887]

In the admission email that the1/21 wave received it said that scholarships would start to be issued by the end of February. Did it say the same in the emails the new admits received? Or is early march the new target date?

[t-14orbust]

In the admission email that the1/21 wave received it said that scholarships would start to be issued by the end of February. Did it say the same in the emails the new admits received? Or is early march the new target date?

It said for those accepted after feb1 it would take up to a month or something like that