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Are you planning to choose a law school based on the ranking or the location? Why?
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🚨 New 2025 bar exam results are out…and they may change how you build your law school list
The 2025 first-time bar exam results have just been released, and the national numbers are encouraging. At the national level, the numbers are encouraging. About 84% of first-time test takers passed the bar, slightly higher than last year. First-time bar takers: 34,806 First-time passers: 29,300 But once you look deeper…
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What Would You Ask a Law School Admissions Consultant?
You’ve read through the Community, scoured the blogs, and maybe even started your personal statement, but you still have that one specific question keeping you up at night. Is your GPA an automatic dealbreaker? How do you explain a gap year? Does your "why law" actually sound convincing to a Dean? Round 2 is here, and this…
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LSAT vs. GPA: Which Score Matters More for Law School?
In the world of law school admissions, your application is often distilled into two numbers: your LSAT score and your undergraduate GPA. While admissions committees (AdComms) insist on a "holistic review," the reality of 2026 is that these two metrics form the skeletal structure of your candidacy. Understanding how they…
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Mastering the "Soft Skills" of a Lawyer (Before You Start 1L):
Beyond the LSAT score, mastering the "soft skills" of a lawyer is crucial for a successful career. These skills are not taught in textbooks, but they are the foundation upon which legal practice is built. Before you even set foot in a 1L classroom, you should hone your abilities in active listening and critical reading. A…
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How to Manage Application Anxiety
The temptation to constantly check your application status and scour online forums for "admissions trends" is strong. Resist it. Decide on a schedule, maybe you check your email once a day and the status checker once a week. Outside of that, close the tabs. Instead, fill your time with things you enjoy. Read a book, start…
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Pre-Law Book Recommendations to Help You Understand The Legal System
Hey Pre-Law Crew! 👋 Let's talk books! Building a solid foundation in legal knowledge is crucial for anyone considering law school. Here's a curated list of reads to get you thinking like a lawyer and understanding the intricacies of the legal system: Foundational & Overview: "Law 101: Everything You Need to Know About the…
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How to Leverage Volunteer Work in Your Law School Applications
Volunteer work is a great way to demonstrate your commitment to service, your ability to work with others, and your passion for social justice. These are all qualities that law schools look for in applicants. Here are some tips on how to leverage your volunteer work in your law school applications: Choose volunteer work…
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Early Decision vs. Regular Decision: Making the Right Choice for Your Application
Hey, future lawyers! As you're navigating the law school application process, you'll encounter the decision of whether to apply Early Decision (ED) or Regular Decision (RD). It's a big one, so let's break it down: Early Decision (ED) What it is: You apply to one school early (usually in the fall), and you're committing to…
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What a 1L Wishes She Knew Before Starting Law School
Do you have any burning questions about what the 1L experience is like? Leave them below! Read some more of her insights here!
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Advice For Future Pre-Law Students From a Kaplan Instructor 💜
What is something you are doing currently to plan for your law school admissions cycle journey? 💜
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Your Pre-Law Journey: Year-by-Year Guide to Law School Preparation
What else are you doing to prepare for your law school journey?
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Download our Law School Admissions Timeline HERE!
https://us.v-cdn.net/6037957/uploads/D252OQH1SF8F/timeline.pdf Not sure where to start? Use Kaplan's Admissions timeline to guide your study schedule! Let us know below what part of the application process you are currently in.