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How to Get into the University of Chicago Law School: GPA, LSAT Requirements, and Acceptance Rate
April 17, 2023
How to Get into the University of Chicago Law School: GPA, LSAT Requirements, and Acceptance Rate
How to Get into Stanford Law School: GPA, LSAT Requirements, and Acceptance Rate
April 14, 2023
SLS is one of the nation’s premier law schools whose esteemed alumni include Supreme Court Chief Justice William R. Rehnquist and Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor. The institution strives to inspire its students to be intellectually curious and forward thinking.
How to Get into Yale Law School: GPA, LSAT Requirements, and Acceptance Rate
April 11, 2023
As the most selective law school in the country, Yale is known for its scholarly culture and emphasis on public service. Alumni are illustrious.
How to Craft an Ideal Law School Resume
January 28, 2022
There is no such thing as a standard law school resume. Resumes differ in their style and substance. When building your resume, express your creativity and unique history while keeping the following considerations in mind: Education Because law school is an academic undertaking, your education should be the first section in your resume. List the…
Six Tips for Writing a Successful Diversity Statement for Law School Applications
December 8, 2021
When applying to law school, the diversity statement is typically an optional essay that serves as a companion to your required personal statement essay. The diversity statement provides law schools details about you: your personal experiences, your unique voice, and how you will add a diverse perspective to their class. Keep the following tips in mind to…
How to Successfully Transition to a Career in Sustainability
August 6, 2021
Every day, sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) are taking on increased importance at companies and in boardrooms around the world. After the events of 2020, it’s becoming even clearer that companies can’t just focus on profit—stakeholders and shareholders expect and demand that companies operate responsibly and commit to being positive global citizens. With this…
Does Size Matter with MBA Programs?
January 5, 2021
When asked why one business school is not like the other, most applicants will talk about things like scores, job placement, industries that grads go into, location, weather, and a few other things. What prospective applicants are less likely to mention is class size. This is always surprising to us, because out of all the…
What If I Have an Employment Gap on My Resume?
December 15, 2020
How will the admissions committee view an employment gap on your resume? What can you do to minimize its impact? One question that MBA candidates often ask is how admissions committees will view employment gaps on their resume. Given that the power of an MBA program lies largely in the opportunity to learn from your…
October Tips to Get You Ready for Round 2
October 5, 2020
As many aspiring MBA students are wrapping up Round 1 applications or anxiously awaiting a coveted interview invite, perhaps you are wondering where to begin! Do not worry. If you use your time wisely, you can have several applications complete and ready to submit before January deadlines. Here is what you need to be doing in October to ensure you get there.
10 Steps to a Winning Law School Application
August 25, 2020
Are you considering applying to law school? Not sure where to begin? Or, perhaps you have started the process and want to make sure you’re on the right track to put your best foot forward. We have good news: Stratus Admissions Counseling is here to help! We invite you to join Stratus JD counselors on August 27, 2020, for a free webinar detailing the steps you need to take NOW to develop a winning law school application.
How to Answer NYU Stern’s 2020-2021 Essay Prompts
August 20, 2020
One of the first schools of business in the United States, NYU Stern welcomed its first class of students in 1900 and quickly established itself as a leader and an innovator of business education. Stern’s culture is truly defined by their location which is in the heart of New York City. Stern’s collaborative, dynamic and diverse culture can be defined simply as IQ + EQ. Their education is fueled by “a community of exceptional individuals who possess both intellectual and interpersonal strengths to act as forces for change by turning ideas into action and inspiring others to their cause.”
How to Answer Chicago Booth’s 2020-2021 Essay Prompts
August 6, 2020
For the 2020/2021 admissions season, Chicago Booth has made a slight change to one of its application questions. This will help you understand where the program is looking to focus its qualitative attention with respect to the diversity of the applicants for the upcoming year. The school has changed the second long essay to focus less on the flexible course curriculum and professional experience and more on the applicant’s unique experience.