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Understanding the Law School Application Cycle
June 2, 2023
When to Apply Timing is an often overlooked—but quite impactful—consideration when applying to law school. Most schools review applications on a rolling basis (i.e., in the order they are received), which means that submitting your application early is in your best interest: as the incoming class fills up, open seats come at a premium because…
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…
Choosing the Right College Major for Your Law School Future
May 17, 2023
If you have been dreaming about becoming a lawyer since a young age, you likely will want to do everything you can to maximize your chances of gaining acceptance to law school. When entering college, selecting your major is an important consideration. After all, your college major can have a significant impact on what you…
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 Get into the University of California, Berkeley, School of Law: GPA, LSAT Requirements, and Acceptance Rate
April 5, 2023
How to Get into the University of California, Berkeley, School of Law University of California, Berkeley, School of Law Overview The University of California, Berkeley, School of Law was ranked ninth in the United States in U.S. News & World Report’s 2023 Best Law Schools list. The school’s national reputation, notable alumni, and distinguished faculty…
What Can I Do Now to Prepare for Law School Applications?
April 4, 2023
Whether you’re applying to law school in the upcoming admissions cycle or waiting until next year, you can take the following steps right now to get a head start on the application process: Begin your LSAC registrations. The Law School Admission Council (LSAC) manages all aspects of the law school application process. LSAC creates and…
Does Location Matter When Deciding Where to Apply to Law School?
January 31, 2023
Aspiring applicants consider many factors when researching law schools. Many applicants defer to rankings, while others examine employment and clerkship statistics. Some look to see if the school is strong in the area of law in which they want to practice. Another factor that applicants often consider is location. But how much does a school’s…
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…
Transferring Law Schools? Here’s How to Stand Out
December 7, 2022
With the first round of law school admissions decisions just around the corner, there are inevitably going to be more dissatisfied applicants than successful ones. Only so many spots are available at the top law schools, and even students with strong LSAT scores and high GPAs might find themselves disappointed with their admissions results (Harvard…
I’ve Been Rejected from Law School—What Do I Do Now?
December 6, 2022
As we approach the season of thin white envelopes, we at Stratus often get the question, “What do I do if I don’t get into my top-choice law schools?” The answer to that question is very simple: calm down and wait for your results. However, that answer does little to assuage the anxieties of our…
Top Three Clichés to Avoid in Your Law School Personal Statement
August 31, 2022
You’ve taken the LSAT (and hopefully scored well!), built a strong academic record in college, and pursued internships that offered valuable life experience and prepared you for a career in the law. You are now ready to apply to law school! An important part of your law school application is your personal statement. This is…
Three Key Elements of a Powerful Law School Personal Statement
August 23, 2022
When a law school admissions officer reads your personal statement, what three words do you want to come to mind? Ideally, it’s the classic triumvirate: passionate, tenacious, and successful. There are many reasons why this traditional combination works and why it is so important to clearly establish these traits in your application to law school….