URM 2017-2018 Cycle Thread

[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!

Unless you have C&F issues you are very likely good to go. No need to retake at all

You think?! That's such a relief. Because I've been trying to make a study schedule for retaking but I keep hearing the "Why the f*** you lyin?" song in my head lol.

Out of interest, is anyone else applying for a joint program?

[DorkothyParker]

Mexican-American non-trad here. No shot at T-14. I probably should retake my 163 LSAT, but may wait until December to see what happens after early applications due to lack of funds and waiver appeal falling through. Looking to practice in the PNW or CA regions.

[AlPastor]

Checking in.

3.8X MA with 2 years of work experience.

[AvatarMeelo]

Am I allowed to check in? Not really URM as defined by LSAC but definitely a minority and can use all the advice and support from you guys!

[principalagent]

Am I allowed to check in? Not really URM as defined by LSAC but definitely a minority and can use all the advice and support from you guys!

Of course!

[RSolano]

Am I allowed to check in? Not really URM as defined by LSAC but definitely a minority and can use all the advice and support from you guys!

For sure!

[lawpotato]

Checking in as well. I am most interested in maybe going to USC.

I'm starting at USC this fall. Lemme know if you have any questions!

[Incrementalist]

Checking in as well. I am most interested in maybe going to USC.

I'm starting at USC this fall. Lemme know if you have any questions!

Thank you I will most definitely pm you on your experience and have a few questions to ask.

[YetSas81]

AA female checking in! Scheduled June LSAT but moved to September and hoping to kill it! Good luck everyone!!

[Incrementalist]

Am I allowed to check in? Not really URM as defined by LSAC but definitely a minority and can use all the advice and support from you guys!

Most definitely. We are all here to support one another.

[principalagent]

First poll is up!

[studystudystudy]

Checking in! Native American/Mexican/European here. 3.92 LSAC GPA and aiming for 165ish on September LSAT. Top schools are UCLA, USC, Michigan, and the long list goes on

[para219]

Checking in. /3.4 MA. Retaking in September and December. UChicago is the goal.

[youngdumbandbroke]

checking in..............................................

[Americanengine]

Checking in! Native American/Mexican/European here. 3.92 LSAC GPA and aiming for 165ish on September LSAT. Top schools are UCLA, USC, Michigan, and the long list goes on

Once you get your score feel free to message me. Native Pride

[mmart207]

Checking in! Half PR, half MA male. Will begin my senior year in the fall. Currently have a 3.69 GPA. No major softs, just a part time job I've worked for the past 3 years while I've been in school. Aiming for a 160+ in September, with December as a possible retake if needed.

[TheKingLives]

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[calmike]

Power Ranger 1 ready!

Checking in.

Mexican Male
LSAT: 168
GPA. 2.9

Shooting for UCLA, UC Davis, UCI with $$$$$

[tabstreet]

Checking in.
AA + MA male. International undergrad (Oxbridge) + 2 years WE (TFA). Prepping for September LSAT.
Y/H would be the dream!

[Andersblooms93]

Checking in.
AA + MA male. International undergrad (Oxbridge) + 2 years WE (TFA). Prepping for September LSAT.
Y/H would be the dream!

Hey tabstreet, if you don't mind me asking, what grade did you receive @undergrad? (first class/ 2.1/2.2?) have you sent your transcript for the LSAC rating? My sister is in a similar position as you, she went to LSE, also half AA...not many data points (I haven't seen any at all) for AA URM's having studied in the UK. Her aim is CCNH however.

[tabstreet]

Checking in.
AA + MA male. International undergrad (Oxbridge) + 2 years WE (TFA). Prepping for September LSAT.
Y/H would be the dream!

Hey tabstreet, if you don't mind me asking, what grade did you receive @undergrad? (first class/ 2.1/2.2?) have you sent your transcript for the LSAC rating? My sister is in a similar position as you, she went to LSE, also half AA...not many data points (I haven't seen any at all) for AA URM's having studied in the UK. Her aim is CCNH however.

Not a problem. Left with a 2.1 -- sending transcript to LSAC next month but based on various other threads I'm expecting it to come out as Above Average (AA). Very few data points; the LSAT will weigh enormously in both of our apps I suspect.

[Andersblooms93]

Checking in.
AA + MA male. International undergrad (Oxbridge) + 2 years WE (TFA). Prepping for September LSAT.
Y/H would be the dream!

Hey tabstreet, if you don't mind me asking, what grade did you receive @undergrad? (first class/ 2.1/2.2?) have you sent your transcript for the LSAC rating? My sister is in a similar position as you, she went to LSE, also half AA...not many data points (I haven't seen any at all) for AA URM's having studied in the UK. Her aim is CCNH however.

Not a problem. Left with a 2.1 -- sending transcript to LSAC next month but based on various other threads I'm expecting it to come out as Above Average (AA). Very few data points; the LSAT will weigh enormously in both of our apps I suspect.

Yes that's what I gather, LSAT will play the most important part. As a ballpark estimate (given you want H), i'd say 168+ with above average Oxbridge makes you a solid candidate for H. Good luck with your cycle!

[alleycat1212]

Checking in! MA female, taking the LSAT in sept.!!

[mmart207]

Mexican-American non-trad here. No shot at T-14. I probably should retake my 163 LSAT, but may wait until December to see what happens after early applications due to lack of funds and waiver appeal falling through. Looking to practice in the PNW or CA regions.

No shot with a 163?

[Heluvsme23]

Checking in!

AA Female
LSAC GPA: 3.76
HBCU Undergrad (c/o 2015)
LSAT: possibly September 2017

I sat out last cycle once I received my LSAT score from last December. Hoping for a way better score with my next LSAT.

Wishing everyone an amazing cycle!