American U Forum

[ndirish2010]

Complete since early November (3.67/166)

American, what's going on?

I think both of us are getting WL (YP). I'm 3.66/168, complete since 1/4 but considering how many people have heard since then, that is my guess.

+1 on the YP. I have been complete since early November as well. See this is when YP backfires. I would have considered American had they gotten back to me earlier. Now that I have been wooed by much higher ranked schools (who actually give scholarship money), I am thinking I will probably just withdraw before they can waitlist me.

Yep, me too, I'm thinking of withdrawing very soon.

[FunkyJD]

Complete since early November (3.67/166)

American, what's going on?

I think both of us are getting WL (YP). I'm 3.66/168, complete since 1/4 but considering how many people have heard since then, that is my guess.

+1 on the YP. I have been complete since early November as well. See this is when YP backfires. I would have considered American had they gotten back to me earlier. Now that I have been wooed by much higher ranked schools (who actually give scholarship money), I am thinking I will probably just withdraw before they can waitlist me.

I'd like to know why, per LSN, AU turned down a 174/3.2, but took a 164/2.36, non-URM (no offense and congrats to that person, but just wondering) ... and why only five of their (self-reported) admits are LSAT >/= 168.

http://american.lawschoolnumbers.com/stats

I wouldn't blame you for steppin', if you had other things lined up.

Along these lines ... I wonder to what extent YP'ing is beneficial for schools. Is it really more valuable, rankings-wise, for schools to protect their yields in such a fashion, than it is for them to endeavor to raise their margins by attracting people with higher numbers by throwing cash at them?

Would IU-B be proof of the benefits of the latter strategy? Because it seems they are rising in the rankings a lot faster than WCL. Does IU-B practice YP? Is IU-B down with YP?

[ndirish2010]

Complete since early November (3.67/166)

American, what's going on?

I think both of us are getting WL (YP). I'm 3.66/168, complete since 1/4 but considering how many people have heard since then, that is my guess.

+1 on the YP. I have been complete since early November as well. See this is when YP backfires. I would have considered American had they gotten back to me earlier. Now that I have been wooed by much higher ranked schools (who actually give scholarship money), I am thinking I will probably just withdraw before they can waitlist me.

I'd like to know why, per LSN, AU turned down a 174/3.2, but took a 164/3.26, non-URM (no offense and congrats to that person, but just wondering) ... and why only five of their (self-reported) admits are LSAT >/= 168.

http://american.lawschoolnumbers.com/stats

I wouldn't blame you for steppin', if you had other things lined up.

Along these lines ... I wonder to what extent YP'ing is beneficial for schools. Is it really more valuable, rankings-wise, for schools to protect their yields in such a fashion, than it is for them to endeavor to raise their margins by attracting people with higher numbers by throwing cash at them?

Would IU-B be proof of the benefits of the latter strategy? Because it seems they are rising in the rankings a lot faster than WCL. Does IU-B practice YP? Is IU-B down with YP?

To an extent, admitting people around the 75ths and giving them money is a good way of raising your medians. But those well above one of the 75ths are not likely to come no matter what, so WL them is actually a good idea because it keeps admissions rates down and saves money for those who might actually attend. In my case, I applied to American when I had a 161 LSAT but my retake took me out of American's range, but I may have still considered them had they got back to me quickly. Now, they are basically out of the running and I am pretty sure I am getting the YP

[Holly Golightly]

I would maybe consider them with money because their international program is supposed to be pretty fantastic, but it doesn't look like I'm going to have that option...

[phoenix323]

Admitted! I just checked the mail and got the big blue folder! This is my first acceptance so I am stoked.

Complete 1/29.

Good luck to everyone who is still waiting

[PowerPro64]

In as of today also. Really quick turnaround. I submitted at the end of January and got my packet today.

[caneman13]

just got my acceptance packet in the mail. Does anyone know whether American gives scholarship info in the packet? If so guess I didn't get any.

[eandy]

So are people getting acceptance packets without their status changing from complete? I've been complete since 1/29 and I haven't heard anything. I know it hasn't been THAT long, but I am getting worried because other people who went complete later than I did have heard already.

[um08]

So are people getting acceptance packets without their status changing from complete? I've been complete since 1/29 and I haven't heard anything. I know it hasn't been THAT long, but I am getting worried because other people who went complete later than I did have heard already.

no that is just absurd. you can start worrying in about 3 months.

[ndirish2010]

I finally gave up and withdrew today. Good luck everyone still waiting!

[eandy]

"decision made" today. : )

[mufyani]

Ughhh! Just made the waiting list. Does anyone have any suggestions on how to improve my chances?

[ATOIsp07]

Ughhh! Just made the waiting list. Does anyone have any suggestions on how to improve my chances?

send an LOCI (personalize it/express your interest in attending WCL)

[smartblonde87]

tag

[wilkey10]

Anyone know what the deal is with scholarship information?

[Holly Golightly]

So are people getting acceptance packets without their status changing from complete? I've been complete since 1/29 and I haven't heard anything. I know it hasn't been THAT long, but I am getting worried because other people who went complete later than I did have heard already.

no that is just absurd. you can start worrying in about 3 months.

I agree. Solely from looking at reply trends, they usually apply to really high LSATs first anyway to see if they have room for the rest of us. Don't fret. April will be here before you know it, and so will some decision letters!

LSAT welllllll above their median here, they've been ignoring me since the beginning of January. No love.

[smartblonde87]

Ughhh! Just made the waiting list. Does anyone have any suggestions on how to improve my chances?

send an LOCI (personalize it/express your interest in attending WCL)

They prefer emailed LOCIs too, fyi. So don't waste your stamp!!!

[smartblonde87]

So are people getting acceptance packets without their status changing from complete? I've been complete since 1/29 and I haven't heard anything. I know it hasn't been THAT long, but I am getting worried because other people who went complete later than I did have heard already.

no that is just absurd. you can start worrying in about 3 months.

I agree. Solely from looking at reply trends, they usually apply to really high LSATs first anyway to see if they have room for the rest of us. Don't fret. April will be here before you know it, and so will some decision letters!

LSAT welllllll above their median here, they've been ignoring me since the beginning of January. No love.

Be patient... and GOOD LUCK! I'm hopeful there's good news coming.

[ATOIsp07]

So are people getting acceptance packets without their status changing from complete? I've been complete since 1/29 and I haven't heard anything. I know it hasn't been THAT long, but I am getting worried because other people who went complete later than I did have heard already.

no that is just absurd. you can start worrying in about 3 months.

I agree. Solely from looking at reply trends, they usually apply to really high LSATs first anyway to see if they have room for the rest of us. Don't fret. April will be here before you know it, and so will some decision letters!

LSAT welllllll above their median here, they've been ignoring me since the beginning of January. No love.

Patience is a virtue, sweetie! Keep your head up! I know good news is coming your way.

Congrats on Minnesota, btw!

[roecyris]

I just got updated today (2/16) that a decision was made

my numbers are 158/3.35 which is low end for LSAT and median for GPA according to US News ... Law School Numbers has me figured as a waitlist with slim chance of acceptance, but I'll be sure to let you guys know as soon as I know.

Anyone else get updated today??


EDITED to fix date

[lawlife2010]

"decision made" today. : )

+1.
i submitted mine a week or two ago and status changed to decision made. =)
Do they mail you the decision fairly quickly?

[gatorlion]

I just got updated today (12/16) that a decision was made

my numbers are 158/3.35 which is low end for LSAT and median for GPA according to US News ... Law School Numbers has me figured as a waitlist with slim chance of acceptance, but I'll be sure to let you guys know as soon as I know.

Anyone else get updated today??

I was WLed with a 4.0/158 dood. LSP had me an auto-admit...

[dvt0004]

"decision made" today. : )

+1.
i submitted mine a week or two ago and status changed to decision made. =)
Do they mail you the decision fairly quickly?

You submitted in the begging of Feb. and already have a decision?

[crm]

"decision made" today. : )

+1.
i submitted mine a week or two ago and status changed to decision made. =)
Do they mail you the decision fairly quickly?

You submitted in the begging of Feb. and already have a decision?

I did in early January and it only took a week and half..they are pretty quick in some cases.

[roecyris]

I just got updated today (12/16) that a decision was made

my numbers are 158/3.35 which is low end for LSAT and median for GPA according to US News ... Law School Numbers has me figured as a waitlist with slim chance of acceptance, but I'll be sure to let you guys know as soon as I know.

Anyone else get updated today??

I was WLed with a 4.0/158 dood. LSP had me an auto-admit...

I think im just hoping not to be rejected off the bat, but then again bein WL'ed then rejected might suck more than just being rejected ... I'm just going to try and shut it out until I get the letter .... sigh.