Cornell Law School c/o 2019 Applicants (2015-2016) Forum

[B102]

In via email!
Status checker changed date and says congratulations.
Applied in November, interview submitted two weeks ago.

Congrats!

[skimmilk]

Looking through last cycle's thread, they sent out the full tuition scholarship with acceptance but I haven't seen anyone in this thread, the spreadsheet or on mylsn for this cycle so far. I wonder if they're changing things up?

My guess would be that yes, they are. I believe that the law school got a new dean this year so maybe that could be a reason for a possible change.

Is it possible, though, that the scholarship offers come via acceptance packet like UVA rather than email? Has anyone actually received their physical packets yet? I know the Dean mentioned that mine would be sent soon, but I don't remember any past admits mentioning getting the packet in the mail (I could be wrong though).

[msmizz85]

Looking through last cycle's thread, they sent out the full tuition scholarship with acceptance but I haven't seen anyone in this thread, the spreadsheet or on mylsn for this cycle so far. I wonder if they're changing things up?

My guess would be that yes, they are. I believe that the law school got a new dean this year so maybe that could be a reason for a possible change.

Is it possible, though, that the scholarship offers come via acceptance packet like UVA rather than email? Has anyone actually received their physical packets yet? I know the Dean mentioned that mine would be sent soon, but I don't remember any past admits mentioning getting the packet in the mail (I could be wrong though).

admitted in december and have not received a packet!

[uhwrestler]

so, the cornell interview email said they'd like it completed within ten days. Do you think it matters if we complete it on the seventh day? would it look better if it was done by the third or fourth? serious question, here.

plus 1 i would also like some input on this. I plan on doing mine by friday which will be day 7. hopefully they wont see that as a negative or procrastination.

[uhwrestler]

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[cc1012]

Looking through last cycle's thread, they sent out the full tuition scholarship with acceptance but I haven't seen anyone in this thread, the spreadsheet or on mylsn for this cycle so far. I wonder if they're changing things up?

My guess would be that yes, they are. I believe that the law school got a new dean this year so maybe that could be a reason for a possible change.

Is it possible, though, that the scholarship offers come via acceptance packet like UVA rather than email? Has anyone actually received their physical packets yet? I know the Dean mentioned that mine would be sent soon, but I don't remember any past admits mentioning getting the packet in the mail (I could be wrong though).

It's certainly possible. As far as I know, no one on TLS has received their admit packet yet.

[Budfox55]

hey guys for the interview would you recommend just shirt and tie or shirt, tie and suit jacket? is the suit jacket necessary? i haven't worn a suit since i was 16 so my jacket doesn't fit anymore. should i buy a suit jacket asap for the interview? and should i clean shave or is a little bit of shadow ok? i look way better and more mature with a shadow.

Honestly, I don't think it will matter much, but I would wear a jacket, shirt, tie and the bottom of your choice. I don't think theres any downside risk to doing so. Some people say it looks over the top, but i disagree. Also, other schools state that the dress code is professional (which means jacket, shirt, and tie) so I would just err on the side of caution.

Regardless, I wore a suit and gave a shit interview in my opinion (got cut off for 2 of the questions, was clearly rushed at the end of the other 2) and I was accepted in 5 days.

[lymenheimer]

so, the cornell interview email said they'd like it completed within ten days. Do you think it matters if we complete it on the seventh day? would it look better if it was done by the third or fourth? serious question, here.

plus 1 i would also like some input on this. I plan on doing mine by friday which will be day 7. hopefully they wont see that as a negative or procrastination.

I'm pretty sure you two are waaaaay overthinking it.

[Li'l Sebastian]

I'd wear a jacket or a tie but not both.

so, the cornell interview email said they'd like it completed within ten days. Do you think it matters if we complete it on the seventh day? would it look better if it was done by the third or fourth? serious question, here.

plus 1 i would also like some input on this. I plan on doing mine by friday which will be day 7. hopefully they wont see that as a negative or procrastination.

I'm pretty sure you two are waaaaay overthinking it.

They absolutely are.

[missie]

Interviewed 12/12, I've had two date changes since then but other than that nothing. Should I send a LOCI?

[pterodactyls]

Interviewed 12/12, I've had two date changes since then but other than that nothing. Should I send a LOCI?

I don't think so. LOCI's are typically for when you're waitlisted, and you're still waiting for your decision. If you applied to the school and you interviewed last month, they're going to assume you're still interested. At least this is my impression.

[missie]

Interviewed 12/12, I've had two date changes since then but other than that nothing. Should I send a LOCI?

I don't think so. LOCI's are typically for when you're waitlisted, and you're still waiting for your decision. If you applied to the school and you interviewed last month, they're going to assume you're still interested. At least this is my impression.

Thanks for the feedback! The wait has just been killing me, I'm getting really antsy

[lymenheimer]

Thanks for the feedback! The wait has just been killing me, I'm getting really antsy

Applied back in November. No interview request or anything. Same re: half of the other schools I've applied to. Just chillax and enjoy the ride.

[BillClinton Jr]

Interview request 1/15 sent it in yesterday and had a date change today to 1/26...anyone have an idea on how long it's been taking folks to get a decision after the interview? Is this date change normal and then another comes prior to the final decision?

[Budfox55]

Interview request 1/15 sent it in yesterday and had a date change today to 1/26...anyone have an idea on how long it's been taking folks to get a decision after the interview? Is this date change normal and then another comes prior to the final decision?

I got my decision on the first date change after my interview.

[BillClinton Jr]

Interview request 1/15 sent it in yesterday and had a date change today to 1/26...anyone have an idea on how long it's been taking folks to get a decision after the interview? Is this date change normal and then another comes prior to the final decision?

I got my decision on the first date change after my interview.

SERIOUSLY...welp, time for me to frantically check my status checker. THANKS! Good luck to everyone still waiting

[gamerish]

Interview request 1/15 sent it in yesterday and had a date change today to 1/26...anyone have an idea on how long it's been taking folks to get a decision after the interview? Is this date change normal and then another comes prior to the final decision?

I got my decision on the first date change after my interview.

SERIOUSLY...welp, time for me to frantically check my status checker. THANKS! Good luck to everyone still waiting

It took me a month after my date change after my interview. So I wouldn't take it as certain you're getting your decision today.

[Mbear5]

Has anyone received a physical acceptance packet in the mail yet?

[TheKisSquared]

In prepping for my interview I went through this thread and compiled final interview questions/advice. I've reproduced it here if it helps anyone else.

- Video Interview with unlimited practice time with sample questions. These sample questions do seem to differ from the actual interview questions. Once you start the timer, though, you have to finish. Each session asks you to record yourself answering four questions. For each questions you have 30 seconds to prepare and one full minute to answer. Suggested dress is business casual (Jacket, shirt and tie). If they can't see your legs, they obviously don't care what you're wearing there but... I'd uh stay on the cautious side.
- Admissions seems pretty generous/understanding with awkwardness, and barely anyone here (if anyone) seems to have been admitted without an interview. That said, do take it seriously. Better to be awkward and prepared than awkward and unprepared, right?

Questions found in this thread (THANK YOU EVERYONE). I tried to only pull questions actually used during an interview.
-Describe the best class you've taken
-what is your favorite book?
-what are you looking for in a law school community?
-what motivates you intrinsically?
-Discuss a time you helped someone achieve their goal. (x3)
-What do you do in your leisure time? (x3)
-Discuss a failure in your life.(x2 or 3)
-Describe your ideal law school.
-Why Ithaca?
-Why undergrad school
-What are your hobbies outside of work and school.
-Name an experience that broadened your outlook.
-What do you hope to attain with an education at Cornell.
-If you could go anywhere in the world for free, where and why
-Advice you'd give to a senior in high school re: picking a college major
-What your expectations are of a Cornell Law education
-Discuss a meaningful life experience
-Besides Cornell Law, what is attractive about Ithaca?
-What are three character traits your friends would use to describe you?
-Describe an experience that has broadened your perspective.

[CallMeEccentric]

In prepping for my interview I went through this thread and compiled final interview questions/advice. I've reproduced it here if it helps anyone else.

- Video Interview with unlimited practice time with sample questions. These sample questions do seem to differ from the actual interview questions. Once you start the timer, though, you have to finish. Each session asks you to record yourself answering four questions. For each questions you have 30 seconds to prepare and one full minute to answer. Suggested dress is business casual (Jacket, shirt and tie). If they can't see your legs, they obviously don't care what you're wearing there but... I'd uh stay on the cautious side.
- Admissions seems pretty generous/understanding with awkwardness, and barely anyone here (if anyone) seems to have been admitted without an interview. That said, do take it seriously. Better to be awkward and prepared than awkward and unprepared, right?

Questions found in this thread (THANK YOU EVERYONE). I tried to only pull questions actually used during an interview.
-Describe the best class you've taken
-what is your favorite book?
-what are you looking for in a law school community?
-what motivates you intrinsically?
-Discuss a time you helped someone achieve their goal. (x3)
-What do you do in your leisure time? (x3)
-Discuss a failure in your life.(x2 or 3)
-Describe your ideal law school.
-Why Ithaca?
-Why undergrad school
-What are your hobbies outside of work and school.
-Name an experience that broadened your outlook.
-What do you hope to attain with an education at Cornell.
-If you could go anywhere in the world for free, where and why
-Advice you'd give to a senior in high school re: picking a college major
-What your expectations are of a Cornell Law education
-Discuss a meaningful life experience
-Besides Cornell Law, what is attractive about Ithaca?
-What are three character traits your friends would use to describe you?
-Describe an experience that has broadened your perspective.

^^LOL I did the exact same thing you did, and I prepared for every single question on this list. Yet... they still managed to ask me a question I hadn't prepped for, so add this one to the list: "Outside of work and school, what are you most passionate about?"

All my other 3 questions were already on the list. It's funny, cuz the passionate one was honestly the one I think I answered the best, but we shall see if Cornell likes me or not.

[lawandorder2019]

Just finished the interview. I am not quite sure how it went. I did a lot of practice until the questions began to repeat and it definitely helped with getting used to the platform. However, it still felt unnatural and I felt like I was talking too fast because there was never enough time to answer the question I felt. But overall I felt okay about it. Hopefully I'll hear back soon before I can agonize over my responses.

My questions were:
1. If you had one day to do anything in the world, what would you do and why?
2. What is a mistake you have made in your academic or professional life and what did you learn?
2. If you could give advice to an high school student, what advice would you give about how to choose an undergraduate major?
3. Why Cornell law?

[wittywitless]

Interviewed 1/15, I think I heard the status checker laugh at me when I refreshed. Damn that thing.

[rychellemarie]

In prepping for my interview I went through this thread and compiled final interview questions/advice. I've reproduced it here if it helps anyone else.

- Video Interview with unlimited practice time with sample questions. These sample questions do seem to differ from the actual interview questions. Once you start the timer, though, you have to finish. Each session asks you to record yourself answering four questions. For each questions you have 30 seconds to prepare and one full minute to answer. Suggested dress is business casual (Jacket, shirt and tie). If they can't see your legs, they obviously don't care what you're wearing there but... I'd uh stay on the cautious side.
- Admissions seems pretty generous/understanding with awkwardness, and barely anyone here (if anyone) seems to have been admitted without an interview. That said, do take it seriously. Better to be awkward and prepared than awkward and unprepared, right?

Questions found in this thread (THANK YOU EVERYONE). I tried to only pull questions actually used during an interview.
-Describe the best class you've taken
-what is your favorite book?
-what are you looking for in a law school community?
-what motivates you intrinsically?
-Discuss a time you helped someone achieve their goal. (x3)
-What do you do in your leisure time? (x3)
-Discuss a failure in your life.(x2 or 3)
-Describe your ideal law school.
-Why Ithaca?
-Why undergrad school
-What are your hobbies outside of work and school.
-Name an experience that broadened your outlook.
-What do you hope to attain with an education at Cornell.
-If you could go anywhere in the world for free, where and why
-Advice you'd give to a senior in high school re: picking a college major
-What your expectations are of a Cornell Law education
-Discuss a meaningful life experience
-Besides Cornell Law, what is attractive about Ithaca?
-What are three character traits your friends would use to describe you?
-Describe an experience that has broadened your perspective.

^^LOL I did the exact same thing you did, and I prepared for every single question on this list. Yet... they still managed to ask me a question I hadn't prepped for, so add this one to the list: "Outside of work and school, what are you most passionate about?"

All my other 3 questions were already on the list. It's funny, cuz the passionate one was honestly the one I think I answered the best, but we shall see if Cornell likes me or not.

THANK YOU FOR THIS!!!

[zozo1717]

In prepping for my interview I went through this thread and compiled final interview questions/advice. I've reproduced it here if it helps anyone else.

- Video Interview with unlimited practice time with sample questions. These sample questions do seem to differ from the actual interview questions. Once you start the timer, though, you have to finish. Each session asks you to record yourself answering four questions. For each questions you have 30 seconds to prepare and one full minute to answer. Suggested dress is business casual (Jacket, shirt and tie). If they can't see your legs, they obviously don't care what you're wearing there but... I'd uh stay on the cautious side.
- Admissions seems pretty generous/understanding with awkwardness, and barely anyone here (if anyone) seems to have been admitted without an interview. That said, do take it seriously. Better to be awkward and prepared than awkward and unprepared, right?

Questions found in this thread (THANK YOU EVERYONE). I tried to only pull questions actually used during an interview.
-Describe the best class you've taken
-what is your favorite book?
-what are you looking for in a law school community?
-what motivates you intrinsically?
-Discuss a time you helped someone achieve their goal. (x3)
-What do you do in your leisure time? (x3)
-Discuss a failure in your life.(x2 or 3)
-Describe your ideal law school.
-Why Ithaca?
-Why undergrad school
-What are your hobbies outside of work and school.
-Name an experience that broadened your outlook.
-What do you hope to attain with an education at Cornell.
-If you could go anywhere in the world for free, where and why
-Advice you'd give to a senior in high school re: picking a college major
-What your expectations are of a Cornell Law education
-Discuss a meaningful life experience
-Besides Cornell Law, what is attractive about Ithaca?
-What are three character traits your friends would use to describe you?
-Describe an experience that has broadened your perspective.

^^LOL I did the exact same thing you did, and I prepared for every single question on this list. Yet... they still managed to ask me a question I hadn't prepped for, so add this one to the list: "Outside of work and school, what are you most passionate about?"

All my other 3 questions were already on the list. It's funny, cuz the passionate one was honestly the one I think I answered the best, but we shall see if Cornell likes me or not.

Also add -

"What factors did you consider when deciding to apply to law school"

[seanconneryFL]

just completed interview. not too bad. medium was weird for sure