University of Florida Levin College of Law c/o 2019 Forum

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"By the time that you graduate from UF Law in 2019 we will be ranked at least 35th in the US World News - if not higher." - Dean Laura Rosenbury, March 18 2016.

Discuss.

Do you think that realistic ?

Maybe, but it depends on whether her earlier postulation that the school is severely undervalued is actually true. I liked her speech and her enthusiasm, and I hope she delivers on that promise, but if I'm being honest, I think that's a lot of ground to make up. I heard from a bunch of 2Ls that she has said this year's median WILL be 160 or higher, so if you (like me) got in with a scholly with a 164, you should be jumping with joy that you struck when you did (I am certainly aware of my good fortune).

Law School Deans tend to have lofty expectations for their perspective schools. It would be news if she said the school is okay and the numbers are the numbers for a reason. The class of 2015 job numbers will be telling of how realistic her goals are.

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"By the time that you graduate from UF Law in 2019 we will be ranked at least 35th in the US World News - if not higher." - Dean Laura Rosenbury, March 18 2016.

Discuss.

Do you think that realistic ?

Maybe, but it depends on whether her earlier postulation that the school is severely undervalued is actually true. I liked her speech and her enthusiasm, and I hope she delivers on that promise, but if I'm being honest, I think that's a lot of ground to make up. I heard from a bunch of 2Ls that she has said this year's median WILL be 160 or higher, so if you (like me) got in with a scholly with a 164, you should be jumping with joy that you struck when you did (I am certainly aware of my good fortune).

I believe her. Just look what she did to the admissions process. It is way better. Specifically, decisions are faster, the academic statement requirement is gone, and Grant Keener is the man!

In no other professional school is FSU ranked anywhere near UF. FSU Law was only able to rise because UF admissions were so bad that prospects that traditionally would have picked UF without a second thought would go to FSU. In my own case (current 2L), FSU admitted me in 2 weeks with a phone call from the admissions Dean and UF took 3 months with a snail mail letter. It is only because I could not convince myself FSU was better that I chose UF. Once all the top prospects choose UF instead of dividing between the schools as they do now, UF will climb the ranks again.

FSU still has a smoother more efficient admissions process in my opinion. UF and FSU are peers for a reason. I don't think there's too much UF or FSU can do that will drastically change that or make one resoundingly better than the other.

[Harry_Pluxen]

"By the time that you graduate from UF Law in 2019 we will be ranked at least 35th in the US World News - if not higher." - Dean Laura Rosenbury, March 18 2016.

Discuss.

Do you think that realistic ?

Maybe, but it depends on whether her earlier postulation that the school is severely undervalued is actually true. I liked her speech and her enthusiasm, and I hope she delivers on that promise, but if I'm being honest, I think that's a lot of ground to make up. I heard from a bunch of 2Ls that she has said this year's median WILL be 160 or higher, so if you (like me) got in with a scholly with a 164, you should be jumping with joy that you struck when you did (I am certainly aware of my good fortune).

Law School Deans tend to have lofty expectations for their perspective schools. It would be news if she said the school is okay and the numbers are the numbers for a reason. The class of 2015 job numbers will be telling of how realistic her goals are.

I respectfully disagree. Dean Rosenbury only joined UF in July 2015. She did not have much effect on employment outcomes for the class of 2015.We will have to wait longer in order to see the results her efforts yield.

[Mmdpvc]

Hey everyone! I created an account just for this! I applied to Florida and now as I'm getting responses I'm realizing how much I really want to go there! My question is: how long did it take to hear back. I have been at "all documents received" for about 10 days. I was wondering if they keep it at that and change it when reviewing (most law schools I've applied to have changed the date of "under review" right before accepting that's why I ask). Actually, and insight would be helpful! Thanks!

Also my numbers: 153 and 3.42. I have an addendum about the LSAT because I practicing much higher and standardized tests have never represented my academic ability. Also, my last semesters in school I had a 3.85 so that GPA is very frustrating.

Thanks in advance!

I wish you the best of luck but the new Dean has made it abundantly clear that the incoming class will have a median LSAT of 160 and GPA of 3.60. If you had a 3.9 or better GPA you may have a chance but with both numbers below the target median I strongly encourage you to retake.

I appreciate your honesty!! I'll wait and see what happens this cycle

[FSUHopeful]

"By the time that you graduate from UF Law in 2019 we will be ranked at least 35th in the US World News - if not higher." - Dean Laura Rosenbury, March 18 2016.

Discuss.

Do you think that realistic ?

Maybe, but it depends on whether her earlier postulation that the school is severely undervalued is actually true. I liked her speech and her enthusiasm, and I hope she delivers on that promise, but if I'm being honest, I think that's a lot of ground to make up. I heard from a bunch of 2Ls that she has said this year's median WILL be 160 or higher, so if you (like me) got in with a scholly with a 164, you should be jumping with joy that you struck when you did (I am certainly aware of my good fortune).

I believe her. Just look what she did to the admissions process. It is way better. Specifically, decisions are faster, the academic statement requirement is gone, and Grant Keener is the man!

In no other professional school is FSU ranked anywhere near UF. FSU Law was only able to rise because UF admissions were so bad that prospects that traditionally would have picked UF without a second thought would go to FSU. In my own case (current 2L), FSU admitted me in 2 weeks with a phone call from the admissions Dean and UF took 3 months with a snail mail letter. It is only because I could not convince myself FSU was better that I chose UF. Once all the top prospects choose UF instead of dividing between the schools as they do now, UF will climb the ranks again.

FSU still has a smoother more efficient admissions process in my opinion. UF and FSU are peers for a reason. I don't think there's too much UF or FSU can do that will drastically change that or make one resoundingly better than the other.

Re: above paragraph.. Really? Ive been at review for a number of weeks at UF. FSU is still at application complete. Both were sent in first week of Jan.

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"By the time that you graduate from UF Law in 2019 we will be ranked at least 35th in the US World News - if not higher." - Dean Laura Rosenbury, March 18 2016.

Discuss.

Do you think that realistic ?

Maybe, but it depends on whether her earlier postulation that the school is severely undervalued is actually true. I liked her speech and her enthusiasm, and I hope she delivers on that promise, but if I'm being honest, I think that's a lot of ground to make up. I heard from a bunch of 2Ls that she has said this year's median WILL be 160 or higher, so if you (like me) got in with a scholly with a 164, you should be jumping with joy that you struck when you did (I am certainly aware of my good fortune).

I believe her. Just look what she did to the admissions process. It is way better. Specifically, decisions are faster, the academic statement requirement is gone, and Grant Keener is the man!

In no other professional school is FSU ranked anywhere near UF. FSU Law was only able to rise because UF admissions were so bad that prospects that traditionally would have picked UF without a second thought would go to FSU. In my own case (current 2L), FSU admitted me in 2 weeks with a phone call from the admissions Dean and UF took 3 months with a snail mail letter. It is only because I could not convince myself FSU was better that I chose UF. Once all the top prospects choose UF instead of dividing between the schools as they do now, UF will climb the ranks again.

FSU still has a smoother more efficient admissions process in my opinion. UF and FSU are peers for a reason. I don't think there's too much UF or FSU can do that will drastically change that or make one resoundingly better than the other.

Re: above paragraph.. Really? Ive been at review for a number of weeks at UF. FSU is still at application complete. Both were sent in first week of Jan.

The process was smother at FSU for me. FSU has connected me with an alumni partner. I've been contacted by a student ambassador and a professor to answer perspective questions. I don't the desperate application for scholarships. On the UF front the hold before acceptance is scary. I will say Dean a Keener has been helpful.

[FSUHopeful]

"By the time that you graduate from UF Law in 2019 we will be ranked at least 35th in the US World News - if not higher." - Dean Laura Rosenbury, March 18 2016.

Discuss.

Do you think that realistic ?

Maybe, but it depends on whether her earlier postulation that the school is severely undervalued is actually true. I liked her speech and her enthusiasm, and I hope she delivers on that promise, but if I'm being honest, I think that's a lot of ground to make up. I heard from a bunch of 2Ls that she has said this year's median WILL be 160 or higher, so if you (like me) got in with a scholly with a 164, you should be jumping with joy that you struck when you did (I am certainly aware of my good fortune).

I believe her. Just look what she did to the admissions process. It is way better. Specifically, decisions are faster, the academic statement requirement is gone, and Grant Keener is the man!

In no other professional school is FSU ranked anywhere near UF. FSU Law was only able to rise because UF admissions were so bad that prospects that traditionally would have picked UF without a second thought would go to FSU. In my own case (current 2L), FSU admitted me in 2 weeks with a phone call from the admissions Dean and UF took 3 months with a snail mail letter. It is only because I could not convince myself FSU was better that I chose UF. Once all the top prospects choose UF instead of dividing between the schools as they do now, UF will climb the ranks again.

FSU still has a smoother more efficient admissions process in my opinion. UF and FSU are peers for a reason. I don't think there's too much UF or FSU can do that will drastically change that or make one resoundingly better than the other.

Re: above paragraph.. Really? Ive been at review for a number of weeks at UF. FSU is still at application complete. Both were sent in first week of Jan.

The process was smother at FSU for me. FSU has connected me with an alumni partner. I've been contacted by a student ambassador and a professor to answer perspective questions. I don't the desperate application for scholarships. On the UF front the hold before acceptance is scary. I will say Dean a Keener has been helpful.

Must be nice. Heard nothing since app complete in first week of Jan.

[Harry_Pluxen]

OP, Can you create a poll regarding the recent admitted students day?

[Sonar80]

OP, Can you create a poll regarding the recent admitted students day?

I read that and realized 'oh shit, that's me!' after I closed the tab. To answer your question, SURE! What would you like it to say?

[Harry_Pluxen]

OP, Can you create a poll regarding the recent admitted students day?

I read that and realized 'oh shit, that's me!' after I closed the tab. To answer your question, SURE! What would you like it to say?

General impression of the UF admitted Student's day. A score on a scale of 1-10 seems appropriate.

[medtolaw]

OP, Can you create a poll regarding the recent admitted students day?

I read that and realized 'oh shit, that's me!' after I closed the tab. To answer your question, SURE! What would you like it to say?

General impression of the UF admitted Student's day. A score on a scale of 1-10 seems appropriate.

Great idea on the poll! Can anyone elaborate on positives/negatives from ASD for those of us who couldn't attend?

[mikmn]

The ASD was very informative, and I especially appreciated the mock class. The size of the school itself was a huge culture shock to me after attending UF for undergrad. Everyone was very friendly and helpful. A 2L student came up to me and started talking to me within 2 minutes of my arrival. All of the faculty that was present seemed genuinely interested in getting to know the possible new students, which was very nice as well. The dean and the other speakers were energetic and hopeful for the future of the school. The free breakfast and lunch certainly didn't hurt either! I can't wait to start in August!

[MiamiHeat3]

Got placed on hold as of this afternoon, but I didn't get the email explaining what being on hold means. Is that normal?

[Sonar80]

Everyone still meeting up for drinks after ASD tomorrow?

Yeah a couple of us are.

Woo! Might join you guys then

Current 2L here.

For those coming to Admitted Students Day tomorrow I'd recommend checking out apartments while you are here. The vast majority of law students live along 34th st. at Cazabella, Point West, Village 34, and Camelot. They fill up pretty quickly, especially if you want a 1 bedroom, because they're so close to the school. They're open until 6 tomorrow so you will have time after ASD ends at 5.

Hey, I'm curious as to what the alcohol and drug 'culture' is around UF? Maybe you can shed some light on that aspect of the law school?

[medtolaw]

The ASD was very informative, and I especially appreciated the mock class. The size of the school itself was a huge culture shock to me after attending UF for undergrad. Everyone was very friendly and helpful. A 2L student came up to me and started talking to me within 2 minutes of my arrival. All of the faculty that was present seemed genuinely interested in getting to know the possible new students, which was very nice as well. The dean and the other speakers were energetic and hopeful for the future of the school. The free breakfast and lunch certainly didn't hurt either! I can't wait to start in August!

Thanks for the input! What did you think of the facilities?

[medtolaw]

Got placed on hold as of this afternoon, but I didn't get the email explaining what being on hold means. Is that normal?

I wouldn't worry about it. The timing of those emails seems somewhat arbitrary. Hold can mean an imminent decision (next day for me) or it can mean you're being held until the next review period (seems like every 2 weeks).

[FSUHopeful]

Got placed on hold as of this afternoon, but I didn't get the email explaining what being on hold means. Is that normal?

On hold today as well. STILL app complete at Stetson and FSU, FIU-Under review.

[FSUHopeful]

What are the odds at UF that a student on hold gets admitted?

[Grant Keener]

I'd encourage the student to call the admissions office. While I don't pretend to be able to definitively predict every situation, I'm happy to provide as much guidance as I can.

[fishpaste1]

Status checker changed to "hold" yesterday. Hoping for some good news!!

Stats are 3.1x 168

[mikmn]

The ASD was very informative, and I especially appreciated the mock class. The size of the school itself was a huge culture shock to me after attending UF for undergrad. Everyone was very friendly and helpful. A 2L student came up to me and started talking to me within 2 minutes of my arrival. All of the faculty that was present seemed genuinely interested in getting to know the possible new students, which was very nice as well. The dean and the other speakers were energetic and hopeful for the future of the school. The free breakfast and lunch certainly didn't hurt either! I can't wait to start in August!

Thanks for the input! What did you think of the facilities?

Everything (especially the insides of the buildings) is absolutely gorgeous. All of the rooms are updated and modern-looking, and very clean. The library is just amazing!!

[Kat1021]

The ASD was very informative, and I especially appreciated the mock class. The size of the school itself was a huge culture shock to me after attending UF for undergrad. Everyone was very friendly and helpful. A 2L student came up to me and started talking to me within 2 minutes of my arrival. All of the faculty that was present seemed genuinely interested in getting to know the possible new students, which was very nice as well. The dean and the other speakers were energetic and hopeful for the future of the school. The free breakfast and lunch certainly didn't hurt either! I can't wait to start in August!

Thanks for the input! What did you think of the facilities?

Everything (especially the insides of the buildings) is absolutely gorgeous. All of the rooms are updated and modern-looking, and very clean. The library is just amazing!!

I really loved how secluded the law school was. A nice, nature-y area totally removed from the main campus. The only thing I didn't like was the size of our seriously small lockers. lol

[FSUHopeful]

Wait listed today!

[MiamiHeat3]

Got placed on hold as of this afternoon, but I didn't get the email explaining what being on hold means. Is that normal?

On hold today as well. STILL app complete at Stetson and FSU, FIU-Under review.

I'm app complete at FSU as well, and under review at FIU. I'm still on hold at UF.

[Leagles5161]

OP, Can you create a poll regarding the recent admitted students day?

I read that and realized 'oh shit, that's me!' after I closed the tab. To answer your question, SURE! What would you like it to say?

OP, can you create a new poll? Something along the lines of "what're the odds you'll be attending UF in the fall?"