Michigan c/o 2020 applicants (2016-17) Forum

[blueapple]

People who went complete around the same time as me are starting to hear back, so I know I just need to be patient, but for a variety of personal reasons, I would now prefer to be a summer starter if at all possible. I am hesitant to contact them about it because I think it'll seem a bit too anxious on my part, so I am wondering if, if I get accepted for fall, I can request summer consideration? I would think I could, right? (fwiw, in my app I indicated a fall preference but was open to either).

Since your response on the application has now changed, I feel that if you are that strongly about your new preference, you can send them an email to update them.

It makes sense when you say it like that. I really don't want to come off as anxious or have it delay a response, though. I'm going to keep thinking about this..

You are really overthinking this. Just tell them your preference has changed. What do you mean that you're worried it'll seem too anxious?

[sorence]

People who went complete around the same time as me are starting to hear back, so I know I just need to be patient, but for a variety of personal reasons, I would now prefer to be a summer starter if at all possible. I am hesitant to contact them about it because I think it'll seem a bit too anxious on my part, so I am wondering if, if I get accepted for fall, I can request summer consideration? I would think I could, right? (fwiw, in my app I indicated a fall preference but was open to either).

Since your response on the application has now changed, I feel that if you are that strongly about your new preference, you can send them an email to update them.

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[guynourmin]

People who went complete around the same time as me are starting to hear back, so I know I just need to be patient, but for a variety of personal reasons, I would now prefer to be a summer starter if at all possible. I am hesitant to contact them about it because I think it'll seem a bit too anxious on my part, so I am wondering if, if I get accepted for fall, I can request summer consideration? I would think I could, right? (fwiw, in my app I indicated a fall preference but was open to either).

Since your response on the application has now changed, I feel that if you are that strongly about your new preference, you can send them an email to update them.

It makes sense when you say it like that. I really don't want to come off as anxious or have it delay a response, though. I'm going to keep thinking about this..

You are really overthinking this. Just tell them your preference has changed. What do you mean that you're worried it'll seem too anxious?

Alright, I did it. Michigan is my clear no 1 choice and if I could go in the summer I wouldn't hesitate.

I was(/am) worried about it coming off as a kind of, I applied 2 months ago and still haven't heard back, now I'm just looking for a reason to "bump" my application even though there's no good reason to think this will do anything to speed up the process, and may well delay my hearing back. You're right: overthinking it.

They replied almost immediately thanking me for my interest and letting me know my file would be updated.

[Keilz]

People who went complete around the same time as me are starting to hear back, so I know I just need to be patient, but for a variety of personal reasons, I would now prefer to be a summer starter if at all possible. I am hesitant to contact them about it because I think it'll seem a bit too anxious on my part, so I am wondering if, if I get accepted for fall, I can request summer consideration? I would think I could, right? (fwiw, in my app I indicated a fall preference but was open to either).

Since your response on the application has now changed, I feel that if you are that strongly about your new preference, you can send them an email to update them.

It makes sense when you say it like that. I really don't want to come off as anxious or have it delay a response, though. I'm going to keep thinking about this..

You are really overthinking this. Just tell them your preference has changed. What do you mean that you're worried it'll seem too anxious?

Alright, I did it. Michigan is my clear no 1 choice and if I could go in the summer I wouldn't hesitate.

I was(/am) worried about it coming off as a kind of, I applied 2 months ago and still haven't heard back, now I'm just looking for a reason to "bump" my application even though there's no good reason to think this will do anything to speed up the process, and may well delay my hearing back. You're right: overthinking it.

They replied almost immediately thanking me for my interest and letting me know my file would be updated.

Perfect response from them! good luck

[blueapple]

People who went complete around the same time as me are starting to hear back, so I know I just need to be patient, but for a variety of personal reasons, I would now prefer to be a summer starter if at all possible. I am hesitant to contact them about it because I think it'll seem a bit too anxious on my part, so I am wondering if, if I get accepted for fall, I can request summer consideration? I would think I could, right? (fwiw, in my app I indicated a fall preference but was open to either).

Since your response on the application has now changed, I feel that if you are that strongly about your new preference, you can send them an email to update them.

It makes sense when you say it like that. I really don't want to come off as anxious or have it delay a response, though. I'm going to keep thinking about this..

You are really overthinking this. Just tell them your preference has changed. What do you mean that you're worried it'll seem too anxious?

Alright, I did it. Michigan is my clear no 1 choice and if I could go in the summer I wouldn't hesitate.

I was(/am) worried about it coming off as a kind of, I applied 2 months ago and still haven't heard back, now I'm just looking for a reason to "bump" my application even though there's no good reason to think this will do anything to speed up the process, and may well delay my hearing back. You're right: overthinking it.

They replied almost immediately thanking me for my interest and letting me know my file would be updated.

Glad to hear it! Good work!

[addie1412]

Michigan is gonna give me a heart attack one of these days.

I check the mail today, see a big package from admissions, think to myself wtf cause I haven't been admitted yet, open it and notice the second page has a handwritten note from the Dean (referencing my UG school), FLIP OUT and then finally flip to the first page and notice the letter was dated October 28th and was basically just giving me a fee waiver and encouraging me to apply.

SUCH A ROLLERCOASTER OF EMOTIONS

[sorence]

Michigan is gonna give me a heart attack one of these days.

I check the mail today, see a big package from admissions, think to myself wtf cause I haven't been admitted yet, open it and notice the second page has a handwritten note from the Dean (referencing my UG school), FLIP OUT and then finally flip to the first page and notice the letter was dated October 28th and was basically just giving me a fee waiver and encouraging me to apply.

SUCH A ROLLERCOASTER OF EMOTIONS

LOL I feel you, I got the same package about a month back. My mom happened to pick it first up though, and having little to no idea about the timeline assumed I was in and experienced a similar flip out.

We can do this!

[csetheredge]

I got an email today asking to confirm my in-state tuition eligibility (military veteran). Has anyone else had experience with this, specifically with regards to a timeline after submitting the paperwork? I was waitlisted at UVA and am vehemently hoping for better results from Michigan!

Applied on 11/22, and complete on 12/21.

[Anon.y.mousse.]

I got an email today asking to confirm my in-state tuition eligibility (military veteran). Has anyone else had experience with this, specifically with regards to a timeline after submitting the paperwork? I was waitlisted at UVA and am vehemently hoping for better results from Michigan!

Applied on 11/22, and complete on 12/21.

I had to fill out the same application because my current residence is outside of Michigan. I was accepted today but am still waiting to receive a determination from the residency office (completed the application 12/16). I tried to dig around a little and read somewhere that a decision can take at least six weeks, but not sure if that figure is still accurate. On the bright side, I also read that somewhere like 80-90% of applications are ultimately approved, even if it takes a while and even if they end up requesting more information other than what is initially required.

[Sarastro]

Michigan is gonna give me a heart attack one of these days.

I check the mail today, see a big package from admissions, think to myself wtf cause I haven't been admitted yet, open it and notice the second page has a handwritten note from the Dean (referencing my UG school), FLIP OUT and then finally flip to the first page and notice the letter was dated October 28th and was basically just giving me a fee waiver and encouraging me to apply.

SUCH A ROLLERCOASTER OF EMOTIONS

I would not survive such an event

[csetheredge]

I got an email today asking to confirm my in-state tuition eligibility (military veteran). Has anyone else had experience with this, specifically with regards to a timeline after submitting the paperwork? I was waitlisted at UVA and am vehemently hoping for better results from Michigan!

Applied on 11/22, and complete on 12/21.

I had to fill out the same application because my current residence is outside of Michigan. I was accepted today but am still waiting to receive a determination from the residency office (completed the application 12/16). I tried to dig around a little and read somewhere that a decision can take at least six weeks, but not sure if that figure is still accurate. On the bright side, I also read that somewhere like 80-90% of applications are ultimately approved, even if it takes a while and even if they end up requesting more information other than what is initially required.

Congrats on your acceptance! Yeah I was a little confused about how to fill out the paperwork so I had to call the office and the lady with whom I spoke didn't leave me warm and fuzzy with regards to the timeline, but I have no doubt that my residency application will be approved (thankfully it's pretty cut and dry for military folks; either you served or you didn't). I'm hoping that their writing to clarify is indicative of at least some level of interest. My numbers are relatively weak but I have strong softs and an incredible letter from a triple-alum legislator with whom I worked and am close friends with. Time will tell!

[addie1412]

In case anyone needed further assurance, the Michigan packet I received today says the following: "Entering 1L JD candidates may qualify for merit aid (whether outright, or made in competition with awards from other schools)"

[Anon.y.mousse.]

I got an email today asking to confirm my in-state tuition eligibility (military veteran). Has anyone else had experience with this, specifically with regards to a timeline after submitting the paperwork? I was waitlisted at UVA and am vehemently hoping for better results from Michigan!

Applied on 11/22, and complete on 12/21.

I had to fill out the same application because my current residence is outside of Michigan. I was accepted today but am still waiting to receive a determination from the residency office (completed the application 12/16). I tried to dig around a little and read somewhere that a decision can take at least six weeks, but not sure if that figure is still accurate. On the bright side, I also read that somewhere like 80-90% of applications are ultimately approved, even if it takes a while and even if they end up requesting more information other than what is initially required.

Congrats on your acceptance! Yeah I was a little confused about how to fill out the paperwork so I had to call the office and the lady with whom I spoke didn't leave me warm and fuzzy with regards to the timeline, but I have no doubt that my residency application will be approved (thankfully it's pretty cut and dry for military folks; either you served or you didn't). I'm hoping that their writing to clarify is indicative of at least some level of interest. My numbers are relatively weak but I have strong softs and an incredible letter from a triple-alum legislator with whom I worked and am close friends with. Time will tell!

Thank you! And good luck to you! I think you're right about level of interest - I don't think they would send all that work over to the residency office if they weren't pretty interested in an applicant, so that's a good sign.

[S.Picquery]

In case anyone needed further assurance, the Michigan packet I received today says the following: "Entering 1L JD candidates may qualify for merit aid (whether outright, or made in competition with awards from other schools)"

Ooo. This is everything. Thank you.

[AFtoLawschool]

I got an email today asking to confirm my in-state tuition eligibility (military veteran). Has anyone else had experience with this, specifically with regards to a timeline after submitting the paperwork? I was waitlisted at UVA and am vehemently hoping for better results from Michigan!

Applied on 11/22, and complete on 12/21.

Military here, had to follow their directions and send in my DD-214, that's it. Sent the form in early December, was accepted Dec 20th.

Making the different accounts was a little convoluted, but not difficult.

[addie1412]

Admits: how early in the morning did you receive your admission email? Am I correct in thinking they're done for the day around 8am?

[guynourmin]

Admits: how early in the morning did you receive your admission email? Am I correct in thinking they're done for the day around 8am?

I got mine at 5:30a central, today. Because I got in!!!!

[addie1412]

Admits: how early in the morning did you receive your admission email? Am I correct in thinking they're done for the day around 8am?

I got mine at 5:30a central, today. Because I got in!!!!

Congrats!! Stats/submission date?

[guynourmin]

Admits: how early in the morning did you receive your admission email? Am I correct in thinking they're done for the day around 8am?

I got mine at 5:30a central, today. Because I got in!!!!

Congrats!! Stats/submission date?

I think we are similar on most of our Sub days.

Completed 12/15. Subd 11/8 but had a lor come in a week later. 3.3/173/almost 5 years out with a lot of work experience/genuine why mich essay.

[addie1412]

Admits: how early in the morning did you receive your admission email? Am I correct in thinking they're done for the day around 8am?

I got mine at 5:30a central, today. Because I got in!!!!

Congrats!! Stats/submission date?

I think we are similar on most of our Sub days.

Completed 12/15. Subd 11/8 but had a lor come in a week later. 3.3/173/almost 5 years out with a lot of work experience/genuine why mich essay.

Ahh thanks! Yeah we're almost identical here. Submitted 11/19, complete 12/16. Hopefully it'll be next week

[guynourmin]

Admits: how early in the morning did you receive your admission email? Am I correct in thinking they're done for the day around 8am?

I got mine at 5:30a central, today. Because I got in!!!!

Congrats!! Stats/submission date?

I think we are similar on most of our Sub days.

Completed 12/15. Subd 11/8 but had a lor come in a week later. 3.3/173/almost 5 years out with a lot of work experience/genuine why mich essay.

Ahh thanks! Yeah we're almost identical here. Submitted 11/19, complete 12/16. Hopefully it'll be next week

There are some outliers, but it does seem pretty linear in that regard. Good news on the horizon I'm sure!

[csetheredge]

I got an email today asking to confirm my in-state tuition eligibility (military veteran). Has anyone else had experience with this, specifically with regards to a timeline after submitting the paperwork? I was waitlisted at UVA and am vehemently hoping for better results from Michigan!

Applied on 11/22, and complete on 12/21.

Military here, had to follow their directions and send in my DD-214, that's it. Sent the form in early December, was accepted Dec 20th.

Making the different accounts was a little convoluted, but not difficult.

Thanks for the update, and congrats on your acceptance! "A little convoluted" may be a bit generous, but I got it figured out
Now to figure out how capable I am of moving from San Antonio, where it was in the 70s all week, to the bitter cold that is Ann Arbor.

[88234]

Any ideas about when the first round of rejections happen?

[dclaw93]

Any ideas about when the first round of rejections happen?

Looks like last year the first few rejections happened between 1/8-1/15, with another wave at the end of the month.

[Sarastro]

In via status checker! O, happy day!!

Data:
Received 11/22/16
Complete 12/13/16
Admitted 1/6/17
25<GPA<50
75<LSAT
Wrote Why Mich