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Eight Considerations About Pursuing a JD/MBA Degree
October 14, 2025
A JD/MBA degree can open many professional doors. With an increasing number of top JD/MBA programs requiring only one standardized test (i.e., GRE or GMAT) for applicants, this dual degree has become more appealing to prospective students. However, the decision to pursue this degree requires careful consideration because the investment of both time and money…
Do You Need a Law Degree to Take the Bar?
July 17, 2023
You might have heard that Kim Kardashian is trying to become a lawyer. Depending on how much you keep up with the Kardashians, you also might have heard that she is trying to do so without getting a law degree. If you have been considering attending law school and are daunted by the time, money,…
Understanding the Reality of Attending a Part-Time Law School Program
June 27, 2023
Law schools are continually changing in the face of rising tuition costs and the makeup of their classes. Although most law students historically have entered law school right after college, many students now spend time working before enrolling. No one thought law school classes would ever be held online, but then came the COVID-19 pandemic….
Please and Thank You: Tips to Getting Stellar Letters of Recommendation for Law School Applications
May 24, 2023
It is never too early to get a head start on an important part of your law school applications: letters of recommendation. Letters from your professors or employers tell an important story about you: they shed light on your work ethic, intellectual curiosity, character, and ability to work with others. You should have a minimum…
Making Sense of U.S. News & World Report’s Latest Law School Rankings
May 19, 2023
If you have applied to a higher-education institution, you likely have heard of the U.S. News & World Report school rankings. The publication’s Best Law Schools list has established the “T14,” which refers to the top 14 schools in the rankings. Many people view the T14 as the “elite” law schools that offer the best…
Eight Ways to Start Building a Solid Foundation for Your Law School Application
April 19, 2023
Many future law school applicants look to build a strong foundation for their application. If you are an aspiring law student, it is never too early to start crafting your application. Even if you are more than a year away from applying to law school, you can take numerous steps today to make yourself a…
How to Write a Letter of Continued Interest for Law Schools
March 21, 2023
One component that often comes up late in the law school application process is a letter of continued interest (LOCI). A letter of continued interest is a letter sent to a school to which you have already applied. After submitting so much information about yourself earlier in the application process, you might be at a…
Should I Enroll in a Law School Prep Program?
March 7, 2023
Applying to law school can be a busy and stressful process. So, after you decide which school you will attend, you might want to just forget about law school until classes begin. But although you should take some time to relax, it’s worth considering what you can do now to make your first semester of…
Optimal Timeline For A Successful Law School Application
January 19, 2023
Given the cumbersome process involved in applying to law school, you might wonder what is the right timeline for applying. In this blog post, we at Stratus offer some guidance to position you for success in the months to come. January of Your Application Year Ideally, you should start thinking about law school in January…
Top 10 Law School Admissions Questions Answered
November 27, 2022
If you are considering applying to law school, you likely have some questions about the process and your candidacy. We at Stratus have answered questions from hundreds of applicants over the years, and have compiled this list of our top 10 most-asked questions from law school applicants. Of course, if you have additional questions, we…
Should I Take Time Off Between College and Law School?
November 25, 2022
Both law school and its application process are constantly changing. One of the most pronounced changes in recent decades is the fact that many applicants now have at least one year of work experience. Many law schools proudly note the work experience of their enrolled students as well as what they did between college and…
Law School Application Components Beyond the LSAT
October 28, 2022
Although the LSAT is a crucial component of any law school application, there comes a time when you have done everything you can to increase your score. Regardless of whether you are happy with your score, there are several additional requirements that you must satisfy to successfully gain admission to law school. In this blog…