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URM 2017-2018 Cycle Thread

Posted: Sun Jul 09, 2017 1:47 pm
by principalagent

Re: URM 2017-2018 Cycle Thread

Posted: Sun Jul 09, 2017 3:34 pm
by stjeff00
Checking in, have been waiting for this thread for a while now! :D

Re: URM 2017-2018 Cycle Thread

Posted: Sun Jul 09, 2017 3:39 pm
by jimmyneutron
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Re: URM 2017-2018 Cycle Thread

Posted: Sun Jul 09, 2017 4:00 pm
by usaorbust
Checking in! No idea where I'll end up with my current LSAT, but hoping a September retake will help me out.

Re: URM 2017-2018 Cycle Thread

Posted: Sun Jul 09, 2017 4:10 pm
by DowsingForAJD
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Re: URM 2017-2018 Cycle Thread

Posted: Sun Jul 09, 2017 6:43 pm
by Incrementalist
Checking in as well. I am most interested in maybe going to USC.

Re: URM 2017-2018 Cycle Thread

Posted: Sun Jul 09, 2017 8:09 pm
by Applepie5alamode
Checking in as well , debating retake at current lsat shooting for t14

Re: URM 2017-2018 Cycle Thread

Posted: Sun Jul 09, 2017 10:01 pm
by cardboard0917
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Re: URM 2017-2018 Cycle Thread

Posted: Sun Jul 09, 2017 11:11 pm
by tapenade
Checking in! AA/Hispanic with a 3.7 and some uncommon work/volunteer experience. Shooting for a 165+ in September! I'd be happy with any T14, but T6+Berkeley are the dream.

Re: URM 2017-2018 Cycle Thread

Posted: Sun Jul 09, 2017 11:39 pm
by principalagent
jimmyneutron wrote:How long does it take to write a DS/PS (also "why X" essays)? I feel like starting now but might want to wait a little.
Took me a couple hours to write both of my first drafts. Taking infinitely longer to get to my second drafts.

Re: URM 2017-2018 Cycle Thread

Posted: Mon Jul 10, 2017 12:17 am
by principalagent
Bump to note that I edited the OP with the spreadsheet for our cycle (will add my data later)

Re: URM 2017-2018 Cycle Thread

Posted: Mon Jul 10, 2017 11:15 am
by selmangh
Checking in. Black with ~3.8 and a 173. HYS is the dream so I'm debating whether I should retake or just work on my essays and hand everything in super early. Hope everyone has a great cycle!

Re: URM 2017-2018 Cycle Thread

Posted: Mon Jul 10, 2017 11:33 am
by principalagent
selmangh wrote:Checking in. Black with ~3.8 and a 173. HYS is the dream so I'm debating whether I should retake or just work on my essays and hand everything in super early. Hope everyone has a great cycle!
Unless you have C&F issues you are very likely good to go. No need to retake at all

Re: URM 2017-2018 Cycle Thread

Posted: Mon Jul 10, 2017 11:49 am
by texcellence
jimmyneutron wrote:Out here.

How long does it take to write a DS/PS (also "why X" essays)? I feel like starting now but might want to wait a little.
c/o 2020 but i wanted to pop in and respond: it's different for everyone, but it took me probably 2 months and some change. if you're finished with the LSAT, get started now so you don't rush it. LS admission is way more than a numbers game for URMs so take it seriously and be thoughtful and strategic. good luck, everyone!

Re: URM 2017-2018 Cycle Thread

Posted: Mon Jul 10, 2017 1:59 pm
by OnlyHumean
Hello fellow URMs!

I'm a black Canadian who will be heading to Yale this fall. TLS (and in particular the URM community) was a huge help for me during my cycle, so I'm hoping I can give a little back.

I have no special insight into the admissions process, but I'd be happy to share my experience with the LSAT, personal statements, etc.

Good luck to all of you!

Re: URM 2017-2018 Cycle Thread

Posted: Mon Jul 10, 2017 3:00 pm
by kolikotime
Hey Guys!,

AA Male checking in here. Been out of school for two years just working at a startup. 3.5 GPA and taking the LSAT in Sept. Aiming for the T6 so hope everyone has a great cycle!

Re: URM 2017-2018 Cycle Thread

Posted: Mon Jul 10, 2017 3:18 pm
by zkyggi
AA Male checking in

Re: URM 2017-2018 Cycle Thread

Posted: Mon Jul 10, 2017 7:38 pm
by USayinBoalt
AA male here. Not applying until next year but want to wish y'all good luck. Also, If you want an extra pair eyes for a PS/DS, I would be willing to give it a look.

Re: URM 2017-2018 Cycle Thread

Posted: Mon Jul 10, 2017 9:32 pm
by texas96
Half AA male checking in, retaking september lsat

Re: URM 2017-2018 Cycle Thread

Posted: Mon Jul 10, 2017 10:37 pm
by dietcoke1
Also an applicant from last cycle (and the cycle before that) willing to help and answer questions. I can also talk about SEO and I encourage everyone to apply.

Good luck.

Re: URM 2017-2018 Cycle Thread

Posted: Tue Jul 11, 2017 4:47 am
by PrezRand
First page. Only want UVA or UT.

Re: URM 2017-2018 Cycle Thread

Posted: Tue Jul 11, 2017 10:11 am
by diamondlaw21
Checking in. AA female with 3.7X + WE taking LSAT in September. Blanketing the t14 and hoping for the best!

Re: URM 2017-2018 Cycle Thread

Posted: Tue Jul 11, 2017 11:28 am
by starxched
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Re: URM 2017-2018 Cycle Thread

Posted: Tue Jul 11, 2017 3:33 pm
by Tcookphl
Hi! AA/PR female with a GPA of 3.65 and aiming for a 160+ on the LSAT in September. I have about six years of work experience (two years post but worked throughout undergrad in my field).

Re: URM 2017-2018 Cycle Thread

Posted: Thu Jul 13, 2017 11:36 am
by jpal21
Hey everyone just checking in! MA female, 2 years WE, 3.5 from private university, hoping to slay the LSAT beast this September! :D