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

[njkga]

So who all has decided on Emory at this point? I keep looking for a "Class of 2019" thread for Emory in the other section. I think at this point - unless UGA decides to bump their scholarship offer to full - I'm pretty much 100% decided on Emory. Looking forward to starting this fall!

Create it! I believe the Facebook group is up to 110.

I was going to the other day but I couldn't figure out (on the fly) how to insert images.

I requested to join the FB group but since my FB account doesnt use my real name (I assume) I wasn't approved as of yet. Do you know who to contact to be added to that?

I don't use my real name on FB since I am currently a public school teacher, and I try to stay hidden online from my students.

[TheProdigal]

So who all has decided on Emory at this point? I keep looking for a "Class of 2019" thread for Emory in the other section. I think at this point - unless UGA decides to bump their scholarship offer to full - I'm pretty much 100% decided on Emory. Looking forward to starting this fall!

Create it! I believe the Facebook group is up to 110.

I was going to the other day but I couldn't figure out (on the fly) how to insert images.

I requested to join the FB group but since my FB account doesnt use my real name (I assume) I wasn't approved as of yet. Do you know who to contact to be added to that?

I don't use my real name on FB since I am currently a public school teacher, and I try to stay hidden online from my students.

I'd contact Jenna Bowen in the admissions office, she created it.

[lawlaura3494]

I'm not sure if anyone knows the answer to this, but is there a chance that people on the regular wait list can get scholarship money if admitted? In the dean's post it seemed like only priority waitlisters are offered scholarships, but I'm not sure if I just misinterpreted what he said.

[col1]

Priority Waitlist 3/18

[col1]

I'm not sure if anyone knows the answer to this, but is there a chance that people on the regular wait list can get scholarship money if admitted? In the dean's post it seemed like only priority waitlisters are offered scholarships, but I'm not sure if I just misinterpreted what he said.

That's also how I understand it.

[yenisey]

I'm not sure if anyone knows the answer to this, but is there a chance that people on the regular wait list can get scholarship money if admitted? In the dean's post it seemed like only priority waitlisters are offered scholarships, but I'm not sure if I just misinterpreted what he said.

That's also how I understand it.

Sounds like reasonable. But how to understand "we don't rank the waitlist"?

[bmathers]

Waitlisted. I was a late applicant and stumbled on my LSAT, so I'll take it! Retaking my LSAT in June.

[njkga]

I'm not sure if anyone knows the answer to this, but is there a chance that people on the regular wait list can get scholarship money if admitted? In the dean's post it seemed like only priority waitlisters are offered scholarships, but I'm not sure if I just misinterpreted what he said.

That's also how I understand it.

Sounds like reasonable. But how to understand "we don't rank the waitlist"?

This just means there isn't like someone who is first in line to get in, and someone else is last in line. If and when they have spots in the class open up, they will re-evaluate (ostensibly) the whole waitlist.

[yenisey]

I'm not sure if anyone knows the answer to this, but is there a chance that people on the regular wait list can get scholarship money if admitted? In the dean's post it seemed like only priority waitlisters are offered scholarships, but I'm not sure if I just misinterpreted what he said.

That's also how I understand it.

Sounds like reasonable. But how to understand "we don't rank the waitlist"?

This just means there isn't like someone who is first in line to get in, and someone else is last in line. If and when they have spots in the class open up, they will re-evaluate (ostensibly) the whole waitlist.

Thank you. I mean that since they don't rank the waitlisters, why some are "priority" while others are regular. And why the Dean says only priority waitlisters have chance of scholarship?

[LandMermaid]

I'm not sure if anyone knows the answer to this, but is there a chance that people on the regular wait list can get scholarship money if admitted? In the dean's post it seemed like only priority waitlisters are offered scholarships, but I'm not sure if I just misinterpreted what he said.

That's also how I understand it.

Sounds like reasonable. But how to understand "we don't rank the waitlist"?

This just means there isn't like someone who is first in line to get in, and someone else is last in line. If and when they have spots in the class open up, they will re-evaluate (ostensibly) the whole waitlist.

Thank you. I mean that since they don't rank the waitlisters, why some are "priority" while others are regular. And why the Dean says only priority waitlisters have chance of scholarship?

Someone else correct me if I'm wrong, but I suppose in that sense there are two "ranks." However, within those categories there isn't an order of applicants. So until reevaluation, all priority wait list candidates are equal and all regular wait list candidates are equal. Priority wait list will be considered first and offered remaining scholarship money, and then if there are more spots they will supposedly be offered without scholarship to regular wait list candidates. At least that's my understanding of how it all works!

[col1]

I'm not sure if anyone knows the answer to this, but is there a chance that people on the regular wait list can get scholarship money if admitted? In the dean's post it seemed like only priority waitlisters are offered scholarships, but I'm not sure if I just misinterpreted what he said.

That's also how I understand it.

Sounds like reasonable. But how to understand "we don't rank the waitlist"?

This just means there isn't like someone who is first in line to get in, and someone else is last in line. If and when they have spots in the class open up, they will re-evaluate (ostensibly) the whole waitlist.

Thank you. I mean that since they don't rank the waitlisters, why some are "priority" while others are regular. And why the Dean says only priority waitlisters have chance of scholarship?

Someone else correct me if I'm wrong, but I suppose in that sense there are two "ranks." However, within those categories there isn't an order of applicants. So until reevaluation, all priority wait list candidates are equal and all regular wait list candidates are equal. Priority wait list will be considered first and offered remaining scholarship money, and then if there are more spots they will supposedly be offered without scholarship to regular wait list candidates. At least that's my understanding of how it all works!

Right. The only question I have is what would nullify ones chances of being admitted from the Priority Waitlist? If we assume a # of admits will come from the "regular waitlist," wouldn't most if not all students on the Priority list be admitted?

[LandMermaid]

I'm not sure if anyone knows the answer to this, but is there a chance that people on the regular wait list can get scholarship money if admitted? In the dean's post it seemed like only priority waitlisters are offered scholarships, but I'm not sure if I just misinterpreted what he said.

That's also how I understand it.

Sounds like reasonable. But how to understand "we don't rank the waitlist"?

This just means there isn't like someone who is first in line to get in, and someone else is last in line. If and when they have spots in the class open up, they will re-evaluate (ostensibly) the whole waitlist.

Thank you. I mean that since they don't rank the waitlisters, why some are "priority" while others are regular. And why the Dean says only priority waitlisters have chance of scholarship?

Someone else correct me if I'm wrong, but I suppose in that sense there are two "ranks." However, within those categories there isn't an order of applicants. So until reevaluation, all priority wait list candidates are equal and all regular wait list candidates are equal. Priority wait list will be considered first and offered remaining scholarship money, and then if there are more spots they will supposedly be offered without scholarship to regular wait list candidates. At least that's my understanding of how it all works!

Right. The only question I have is what would nullify ones chances of being admitted from the Priority Waitlist? If we assume a # of admits will come from the "regular waitlist," wouldn't most if not all students on the Priority list be admitted?

This goes into territory I'm pretty uncertain about, but I'm not sure if there is anything that would exclude a PL. I haven't looked at any data but I would think all PL people would be offered a spot first. Some people might say no for whatever reason and, I would think, once they exhaust that list they would move onto regular wait list if they didn't have enough takers. If they do actually take regular wait listers without offering to priority listers first I have no idea why, unless it had to do with running out of scholly money or diversity or something.

[AbbeyS]

Okkkk so, for those of you accepted, has anyone emailed to discuss your scholarship offer & heard back?

I tried over a week ago and heard nothing I don't want to irritate them by emailing again but not sure what to do. What would you guys do?

[sxyrylqq]

Okkkk so, for those of you accepted, has anyone emailed to discuss your scholarship offer & heard back?

I tried over a week ago and heard nothing I don't want to irritate them by emailing again but not sure what to do. What would you guys do?

FYI, the dean told me that Emory does not negotiate scholarship ...

[JDilemma]

Okkkk so, for those of you accepted, has anyone emailed to discuss your scholarship offer & heard back?

I tried over a week ago and heard nothing I don't want to irritate them by emailing again but not sure what to do. What would you guys do?

FYI, the dean told me that Emory does not negotiate scholarship ...

I think OP has a new/ improved LSAT score so this may be a different scenario than most.

[sxyrylqq]

Okkkk so, for those of you accepted, has anyone emailed to discuss your scholarship offer & heard back?

I tried over a week ago and heard nothing I don't want to irritate them by emailing again but not sure what to do. What would you guys do?

FYI, the dean told me that Emory does not negotiate scholarship ...

I think OP has a new/ improved LSAT score so this may be a different scenario than most.

You can find someone's post on previous pages with similar situation.... but anyone good luck!

[ausimpv]

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[njkga]

I have been waitlisted, which I am actually surprised by considering my stats are realllyyy low (only thing that saved me probably was my resume and essays). Emory is one of my top choices. I already registered officially to remain on the WL. & I have made plans to visit Emory on an official tour next month, since I never have. Should I inquire about arrangements to speak with the Dean while there? I was thinking to wait until after I visit to write my LOCI, so I have a better idea of what the school is like and what to say.

The last tour available this semester is on April 15th, so don't wait too long to sign up. Good luck riding the waitlist!

[ausimpv]

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[njkga]

I have been waitlisted, which I am actually surprised by considering my stats are realllyyy low (only thing that saved me probably was my resume and essays). Emory is one of my top choices. I already registered officially to remain on the WL. & I have made plans to visit Emory on an official tour next month, since I never have. Should I inquire about arrangements to speak with the Dean while there? I was thinking to wait until after I visit to write my LOCI, so I have a better idea of what the school is like and what to say.

The last tour available this semester is on April 15th, so don't wait too long to sign up. Good luck riding the waitlist!

Yes, I already registered for a tour date. I was thinking I should wait until after I finish my visit to write my LOCI since it'll be closer to when they start reviewing waitlisted applicants, plus I will finally get a chance to see the school and talk to people about my specific legal interests. I am not sure if it's even possible to talk with the Dean and if it'll help or be frowned upon. I just want to make a good impression on them!

I don't think he was even in the office on the day that I visited, but I didn't ask or try to make those arrangements - they may be amenable if you call ahead of time and ask. They wouldn't be upset just for you asking, so it couldn't hurt.

When I went we started with brief 30 min informational and q/a session in the admissions office with some of the office staff (2l and 3l who work in the admissions office). Then we attended a class. After the class, some other 2l and 3l's gave us a tour of the school and answered questions as we were touring. We had the opportunity to meet a number of other students who just happened to be around and were glad to speak with us and answer our questions. After the tour, we met with career services.

When I attended, I had received my decision already (actually, I received it that morning when I arrived) and so after the tour was officially over one of the 3L's from the admissions office took me out to lunch as sort of an extended informal Q&A session. We went to the little cafe place that is across the street from the law school / next to the business school.

[ausimpv]

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[njkga]

I have been waitlisted, which I am actually surprised by considering my stats are realllyyy low (only thing that saved me probably was my resume and essays). Emory is one of my top choices. I already registered officially to remain on the WL. & I have made plans to visit Emory on an official tour next month, since I never have. Should I inquire about arrangements to speak with the Dean while there? I was thinking to wait until after I visit to write my LOCI, so I have a better idea of what the school is like and what to say.

The last tour available this semester is on April 15th, so don't wait too long to sign up. Good luck riding the waitlist!

Yes, I already registered for a tour date. I was thinking I should wait until after I finish my visit to write my LOCI since it'll be closer to when they start reviewing waitlisted applicants, plus I will finally get a chance to see the school and talk to people about my specific legal interests. I am not sure if it's even possible to talk with the Dean and if it'll help or be frowned upon. I just want to make a good impression on them!

I don't think he was even in the office on the day that I visited, but I didn't ask or try to make those arrangements - they may be amenable if you call ahead of time and ask. They wouldn't be upset just for you asking, so it couldn't hurt.

When I went we started with brief 30 min informational and q/a session in the admissions office with some of the office staff (2l and 3l who work in the admissions office). Then we attended a class. After the class, some other 2l and 3l's gave us a tour of the school and answered questions as we were touring. We had the opportunity to meet a number of other students who just happened to be around and were glad to speak with us and answer our questions. After the tour, we met with career services.

When I attended, I had received my decision already (actually, I received it that morning when I arrived) and so after the tour was officially over one of the 3L's from the admissions office took me out to lunch as sort of an extended informal Q&A session. We went to the little cafe place that is across the street from the law school / next to the business school.

Thank you for the insight. Are you attending Emory now?

No, I am a current applicant for the class of 2019. I will be attending this coming fall.

[AbbeyS]

This might sound like a stupid/shallow question, but what are we supposed to wear during a visit?

Is casual ok? Or are we expected to dress up?

[TheProdigal]

This might sound like a stupid/shallow question, but what are we supposed to wear during a visit?

Is casual ok? Or are we expected to dress up?

ASD is listed as casual. I can tell you from last year, some people may have taken it a little too far (there was a smattering of velour tracksuits). I believe I went with jeans, desert boots, button-down shirt and shawl-collar cardigan.

For a visit from a prospective/applicant, I'd go business casual -- look put together, like someone admissions wants to have there. After admission? I'd still say business casual -- but I'm non-trad and look awful in cargo shorts and a t-shirt.

[njkga]

This might sound like a stupid/shallow question, but what are we supposed to wear during a visit?

Is casual ok? Or are we expected to dress up?

I think Casual to Business Casual (or somewhere in between) is probably ideal. I plan on wearing a pair of khakis and a polo.