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How to Get into Boston University Law School

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.

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How to Get into Texas School of Law

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.

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How to Get into Cornell Law School

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.

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How to Get into Northwestern Law School

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.

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How to Get into Berkeley School of Law

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.

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How to Get into Penn Law School

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.

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How to Get into NYU Law School

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).

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