Help! To retake or not to retake... that is the question. Forum

[aldiddy]

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[maggielizer]

If you can afford to take another year off, I say it's definitely worth it.

I retook a 166 (December 2011) this October and only scored 3 points higher. It was slightly disappointing, but on the other hand, a 169 still opens doors that a 166 doesn't. (Lawschoolpredictor only has me denied at Harvard, all the rest are at least a consider). And you have until June to prepare, so I feel like you could at LEAST break 170. I certainly don't see any harm in retaking, and it could help a LOT.

[BerksGirl]

I am in the same boat entirely. I studied my ass off for this test and got a 164. I think I can do better but I'm not sure that I want to try! I know that sounds terrible but studying was rough.

Also my gpa isn't the greatest but I did graduate from Cal and I'm a minority. I feel like if I play my cards right I can get into a good school. But maybe I'll retake it in February or June? Thoughts??

Oh and also I don't know what else I can do to study! I took the blueprint course and literally did every homework and extra practice that was offered. Any suggestions??

[aldiddy]

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[jym_dawg]

If you want to retake just to hit your previous average, don't bother. With the amount of time you have to prepare, you should aim for mid 170s - If you are hitting 168 to 169, then you're clearly capable.

[Nova]

Retake. Right now, you are most likely OUT at UT, because you are below both medians.

[aldiddy]

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[Nova]

http://www.top-law-schools.com/forums/v ... 6&t=195603

[aldiddy]

Awesome. Thanks Nova