University of Texas c/o 2019 Applicants (2015-2016) Forum

[OtterLaw]

Is there any chance of getting a scholarship at this point?

You're seriously going to ask that after telling everyone on here that you were so not interested in attending that you didn't even respond to the waitlist email? Move on please.

Maybe Anderson doesn't have full GI Bill benefits to fall back on. There are several schools that I have been waitlisted at that I would love to attend and know that I simply wouldn't if the money wasnt there.

Dont begrudge them their successes.

For someone to openly admit that they never bothered to respond to the waitlist email, brag on here about getting admitted, and then ask about scholarships is insulting to those of us really hoping to get in. Some of us cared enough about attending to let UT know.

You and I must have a different definition for bragging. On the other hand I can see how someone asking about scholarships could upset you since you HAVE SCHOOL COMPLETELY PAID FOR.. oh wait..? Finally, the point I am actually trying to make, TO HELP YOU, is that the doors have not closed yet. If you really want to go so bad then perhaps sit on your posts for an extra ten seconds before you hit submit. You have absolutely 0 anonymity and basically just negated any LOCIs you sent by claiming the only reason you want to go is because your husband likes Austin.

TLDR: Chill

I'm so glad you know my story so well and I value your seasoned expertise on law school admissions. Oh wait....

[LMD]

For someone to openly admit that they never bothered to respond to the waitlist email, brag on here about getting admitted, and then ask about scholarships is insulting to those of us really hoping to get in. Some of us cared enough about attending to let UT know.

Really weak stuff, get stronger.

[OtterLaw]

For someone to openly admit that they never bothered to respond to the waitlist email, brag on here about getting admitted, and then ask about scholarships is insulting to those of us really hoping to get in. Some of us cared enough about attending to let UT know.

Really weak stuff, get stronger.

Pile it on y'all. I'm sure I deserve it.

[lymenheimer]

Also, quit bitching and just retake ffs.

I'm trying to remember any post you've ever put up that wasn't laced with negativity and arrogant snark. I don't remember asking for your opinion anyway.

In the on-topics, you probably won't find one. Because supposedly smart people are actually pretty dumb when you break it down. Also, I don't want to hear anything about negativity, Mr. "I couldn't handle the Duke application process so I emailed them to ask 'what gives' because I deserve better than the rest of the applicants"...Literally just move to Austin with your husband this fall and retake in June and reapply next cycle. You have GI bill and a 4.0. A 164 and your bitchy attitude is such a waste.

[OtterLaw]

Also, quit bitching and just retake ffs.

I'm trying to remember any post you've ever put up that wasn't laced with negativity and arrogant snark. I don't remember asking for your opinion anyway.

In the on-topics, you probably won't find one. Because supposedly smart people are actually pretty dumb when you break it down. Also, I don't want to hear anything about negativity, Mr. "I couldn't handle the Duke application process so I emailed them to ask 'what gives' because I deserve better than the rest of the applicants"...Literally just move to Austin with your husband this fall and retake in June and reapply next cycle. You have GI bill and a 4.0. A 164 and your bitchy attitude is such a waste.

I hope you achieve all of your law school dreams. I really hope you do.

[mornincounselor]

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Hey guys, I hear Austin is flooding pretty bad right now. Is this a common thing?

[lymenheimer]

I hope you achieve all of your law school dreams. I really hope you do.

I've exceeded my dreams at this point, because I sat out a cycle and retook the LSAT. You may not have to retake, because you're on the WL and might get off (so dunno why you're bitching about other admits), but if your attitude comes through your emails to UTexas in the same way it does on here, I wouldn't expect an admit this cycle. I get your point about the person asking about scholly info. I'd respond a similar way. But you should seriously reconsider how you address things, especially since it's not that hard to figure out who you are.

[OtterLaw]

I hope you achieve all of your law school dreams. I really hope you do.

I've exceeded my dreams at this point, because I sat out a cycle and retook the LSAT. You may not have to retake, because you're on the WL and might get off (so dunno why you're bitching about other admits), but if your attitude comes through your emails to UTexas in the same way it does on here, I wouldn't expect an admit this cycle. I get your point about the person asking about scholly info. I'd respond a similar way. But you should seriously reconsider how you address things, especially since it's not that hard to figure out who you are.

Noted, and you're probably right. I'm sure I wasn't the only person that was rubbed the wrong way by how all that went down this morning, but I was too emotional and overreacted. I need to work on that.

Sorry to anyone I offended, and genuinely hoping for good news for all of us going forward.

[poptart123]

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[doobleykah]

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Hey guys, I hear Austin is flooding pretty bad right now. Is this a common thing?

Yep

[BigZuck]

The LSAT/applying to law school is the first of many steps where you have to wait a long time for stuff and watch people around you have wildly more success than you. Just wait for your first set of grades, your second set of grades, OCI screeners, callbacks, offers, etc. Begrudging people their success is NAGL and people will remember classmates who were catty, bitter, etc., possibly forever (we always get reminded in law school that the legal world is a small place and your reputation follows you everywhere, and from what little I've seen so far that really does seem to be the case)

tldr: Chill, seeth silently, retake

[gamerish]

Withdrew. I hope the spot goes to one of you guys!

[herecomesthesun]

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Hey guys, I hear Austin is flooding pretty bad right now. Is this a common thing?

Yep

Didn't apply to UT but grew up in Austin. It's unfortunately getting more common. Shoal Creek (right near UT, though considerably downhill) floods ALL THE TIME.

[Confusedlawkid]

In today via email! OOS with no interview request/why texas essay. I went complete on 1/16 FWIW. I wasn't expecting to get accepted so now I have some decisions to make

[fliptrip]

Withdrew. I hope the spot goes to one of you guys!

Me too. Hopefully that gets someone some good news soon.

[BVest]

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Hey guys, I hear Austin is flooding pretty bad right now. Is this a common thing?

Flooding with SXSW-goers. Otherwise you're thinking of Louisiana.

And no, Austin flooding is not very common. It has happened a couple times in the last 2 years. Otherwise it has happened maybe 5 times in the 20 years I've lived here.

[PatriotP74]

Maybe TLS isn't representational but I don't see how so few in state people have gotten in.

[Hikikomorist]

I haven't noticed any flooding yet.

[turetto]

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Hey guys, I hear Austin is flooding pretty bad right now. Is this a common thing?

Yes and no. There are two major creeks in Austin (Shoal & Waller), and when the city gets heavy rain, especially for several days in a row, both tend to overfill in parts -- however, it looks nothing like the kind of flooding that you might see more often in the Houston or NOLA areas. Waller Creek does run straight through campus, but in my experience, this isn't one of the areas that floods as easily as others. Assuming your backyard doesn't back up to a creek, flooding shouldn't mess with your life much, if ever.

If you're considering moving to Austin, I'd recommend looking up the city's low water crossing site to get a better sense of areas that are more impacted by flooding.

EDIT: also, Austin is not flooding at all right now. Maybe in the Hill Country, but not in the city.

[mghaffar]

I know two friends, both instate, who have gotten in this cycle. Neither use TLS/or post anything.

The weather in Texas is unpredictable. It even snows/flurries occasionally.

[emkay625]

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Hey guys, I hear Austin is flooding pretty bad right now. Is this a common thing?

It normally happens once or twice a year in the spring. But normally the campus area and student neighborhoods don't flood - it's normally much further south.

[periwinkley]

Maybe TLS isn't representational but I don't see how so few in state people have gotten in.

I think it's just unrepresentative. Most people on here aim for T-14s + some top regionals, but a lot of people I know are interested only in Texas schools so it's just a matter of applying to UT, SMU, UH, etc. and waiting. There's not as much discussion needed because we're in-state anyway and don't have as much to discuss.

[emkay625]

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Hey guys, I hear Austin is flooding pretty bad right now. Is this a common thing?

Yes and no. There are two major creeks in Austin (Shoal & Waller), and when the city gets heavy rain, especially for several days in a row, both tend to overfill in parts -- however, it looks nothing like the kind of flooding that you might see more often in the Houston or NOLA areas. Waller Creek does run straight through campus, but in my experience, this isn't one of the areas that floods as easily as others. Assuming your backyard doesn't back up to a creek, flooding shouldn't mess with your life much, if ever.

If you're considering moving to Austin, I'd recommend looking up the city's low water crossing site to get a better sense of areas that are more impacted by flooding.

EDIT: also, Austin is not flooding at all right now. Maybe in the Hill Country, but not in the city.

This. I rented a house during my three years of law school that backed up to a drainage ditch. When the city would flood, we'd get about an inch of standing water in our backyard. That's about it though. (I also lived pretty far from campus.)

[tekadin]

OOS waitlisted/no Why Texas? - got an interview invitation Friday. Has anyone else interviewed this cycle? Any tips / insight???

[DeathByLSATWasTaken]

Pretty frustrating that they're letting people in off the waitlist already and I'm still waiting for my initial decision