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Posted: Sat Sep 04, 2010 5:26 pm
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Per TLS custom, you are allowed 1 question with a hypothetical LSAT per cycle. Your score on it determines everything; if you're scoring 163 that means a 167 is just a few lucky guesses away, and a 157 is a misread rule on a Logic Game away. There is a HUGE difference between these two scores. I'm not trying to be mean, but until you have an actual LSAT score, this type of speculation is a waste of everyone's time.HeavenWood wrote:Thanks for everyone's help so far.
A couple questions:
I plan on working on the East Coast, with a preference for the Philadelphia area. I don't mind paying the application fees for UT, USC, or UCLA (assuming I have a chance), but would these degrees translate well to the Mid-Atlantic?
I'm also thinking of ED'ing to Penn. I know my chances are slim, but my Dad's an alumnus, and my family has some connections to the law school--probably to the point that my application would be treated like a URM's. Any thoughts?
Eh, your ability to find a job in the NE from those schools would depend on your personal network/grades/summer internships.HeavenWood wrote:Fair enough, but could you still tell me if UT, USC, and UCLA degrees work well in the Northeast?
Can I point out that this is very likely extremely overly optimisticHeavenWood wrote: my family has some connections to the law school--probably to the point that my application would be treated like a URM's. Any thoughts?
Ah...who doesn't love nepotism?Patriot1208 wrote:Can I point out that this is very likely extremely overly optimisticHeavenWood wrote: my family has some connections to the law school--probably to the point that my application would be treated like a URM's. Any thoughts?
I think I just vomited a little.HeavenWood wrote:Pennsylvania Govenor Ed Rendell is going to talk to Dean Fitz (a close friend of his) on my behalf. I would think that helps.
You should probably get in then. If the Governor is personally recommending you, I don't think your LSAT even matters that much.HeavenWood wrote:Pennsylvania Govenor Ed Rendell is going to talk to Dean Fitz (a close friend of his) on my behalf. I would think that helps.
Blindmelon wrote:I think I just vomited a little.HeavenWood wrote:Pennsylvania Govenor Ed Rendell is going to talk to Dean Fitz (a close friend of his) on my behalf. I would think that helps.
We know it's not illegal, but it just seems a little detestable. It's probably the self-righteousness talking, since I'm sure many people in your position would do the same.HeavenWood wrote:And why did you just vomit a little? So long as it isn't illegal, is there shame in taking whatever advantage you can?
No doubt, i would do it too. But I wouldn't advertise "Hey, everyone, you are all smarter then me, but my dad is smarter, and more well connected than your dad's, so that's why i'm here."whymeohgodno wrote:We know it's not illegal, but it just seems a little detestable. It's probably the self-righteousness talking, since I'm sure many people in your position would do the same.HeavenWood wrote:And why did you just vomit a little? So long as it isn't illegal, is there shame in taking whatever advantage you can?
But people generally frown upon people who get in not because of their work/ability but because they knew someone who was important.
Probably not going to be an important factor unless your LSAT is already in range.HeavenWood wrote:It's not something I advertise to the general public, but when it comes to gauging my chances at acceptance, I feel it's an important factor. I mention it to get an idea where I stand, not to brag.
That's why I think my chances are analogous to a URM's. My acceptance is not guaranteed, but I do have a leg up.
Just because I would do it doesn't mean I wouldn't be ashamed about it.HeavenWood wrote:I'm still jonesing for a 165+, pattymac. I'm dissecting PT 46 as we speak. -4 on RC, -10 on LR, and -5 on LG. Right now, I'm trying to focus on eliminating careless errors (I made three o_o).
@whymeohgodno: Detestable? Really? As you said, when someone has an advantage, there is no shame in using it. I'd wager >99% of the people on this board would use a similar connection if they had it. That being said, I'm not trolling, and I'm also not trying to start a flame war. So maybe we should let that particular matter drop. PM me if you'd like to discuss the matter further.
+1 - unless your Governor is Blago, it won't really do anything. I could almost see it hurting you.rad law wrote:Probably not going to be an important factor unless your LSAT is already in range.HeavenWood wrote:It's not something I advertise to the general public, but when it comes to gauging my chances at acceptance, I feel it's an important factor. I mention it to get an idea where I stand, not to brag.
That's why I think my chances are analogous to a URM's. My acceptance is not guaranteed, but I do have a leg up.