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How to Get into Cardozo School of Law
October 31, 2018
Named for Supreme Court Justice Benjamin N. Cardozo, Cardozo School of Law of Yeshiva University is located on lower Fifth Avenue in New York City’s Greenwich Village. In this vibrant setting, Cardozo prides itself on its innovation and creative programs. Notable alumni include President of the American Federation of Teacher Randi Weingarten, President of the Miami Marlins David Samson, and founder of the Innocence Project Barry Scheck.
How to Get into Boston University Law School
October 25, 2018
Boston University (BU) Law School enjoys its location in the heart of Boston, with the vast resources of the city at its doorstep. Notable alumni include U.S. Secretary of Defense William S. Cohen, Governor of Massachusetts William Russell, and Maria Lopez, the first Hispanic appointed judge in Massachusetts.
How to Get into Texas School of Law
October 10, 2018
Perennially on the edge of the distinguished “T-14” list of top law schools, Texas Law School is one of the more prominent legal institutions in the South. In fact, over 70% of Texas law students took jobs within the state after graduation.
How to Get into Cornell Law School
October 3, 2018
Cornell Law stands out in its small size and rural setting, complemented by the benefits of a larger university and neighboring college town. The Law School emphasizes its intimate learning environment, a close-knit community that facilitates frequent interaction between students and faculty, as well as a collegial atmosphere and meaningful collaboration. Cornell celebrates the teaching ability of its faculty and also provides individualized academic support to students in the form of workshops, counseling and tutoring.
How to Get into Northwestern Law School
October 2, 2018
As the first law school established in Chicago, Northwestern Pritzker School of Law stands out for its emphasis on innovation. A strategic planning committee works to ensure that the school’s pedagogical approach adapts “to changing education and economic conditions.” Among the new admissions procedures is a plan to recruit students with STEM backgrounds.
How to Get into Berkeley School of Law
September 29, 2018
Berkeley is known for its commitment to providing a high quality legal education in a “supportive learning environment.” The school discourages competition by fostering collegiality amongst students not only through their unique non-letter grading system but by also encouraging social gatherings.
How to Get into Penn Law School
September 27, 2018
Consistently ranked as #7 of the top ten law schools in the country by U.S. News & World Report, the University of Pennsylvania School of Law (Penn Law) is in the heart of Philadelphia, in close proximity to the many other University of Pennsylvania graduate and undergraduate colleges.
How to Get into NYU Law School
September 26, 2018
NYU Law’s campus sits in the heart of Washington Square in Greenwich Village, a historic and dynamic neighborhood in New York City. Consistently ranked among the best 10 U.S. law schools, NYU is one of the larger top-tier law schools, with class size typically ranging from 400-450 students (or 1200-1350 total JD students).
How to Write an Unforgettable Business School Essay
September 21, 2018
For most qualified MBA applicants, the difference between getting accepted or getting dinged usually comes down to a compelling Personal Statement. There is no denying that solid numbers can help your application be considered – but it definitely does not guarantee acceptance. While a 500 GMAT or a 2.5 GPA will most likely raise the…
Study Effectively When Retaking the LSAT
September 6, 2018
Many test-takers decide to retake the LSAT in an effort to improve their score. Although there are some similarities between preparing to take the test for the first time and preparing to retake the test, there are also a few significant differences. One of the most common misconceptions about preparing to retake the LSAT is…
How Does the LSAC Calculate Undergraduate GPA?
September 6, 2018
Why is the cumulative GPA that LSAC reports not the same as the GPA as calculated by their undergraduate institutions? After submitting their transcripts to the Law School Admission Council (LSAC), many applicants are perplexed to find that the cumulative GPA that LSAC reports is not the same as the GPA as calculated by their…
How to Write a Great Law School Personal Statement
September 6, 2018
Other than an applicant’s LSAT score and undergraduate GPA, the most important component of a law school application is the personal statement. The personal statement is your opportunity to tell admissions committees about the person behind the numbers, achievements and other aspects of you that they will learn about in the other parts of your…