To enroll yes you do, but just a year's worth. It's the same policy when you apply for an undergraduate degree at US schools as an international student.InterLaw wrote:Right, I didn't notice the scholly info, thanks!freekick wrote: 1. You can see this cycle's outcomes for international applicants in the spreadsheet linked on the previous page of this thread. It includes scholarship info for some as well.
https://www.law.berkeley.edu/admissions ... -students/freekick wrote: 2. Can you link the webpage you read that on? Doubt it is true. As per the US government''s rules on student visa (which is non-immigrant), you need to show funds for a year of study (tuition+CoL). If you get scholarship, then that amount is deducted from the estimate and you have to show funds for the balance amount.
"The financial resources required to attend Berkeley Law are substantial. Before committing the energy and financial resources required, you need to obtain a visa and to evaluate your ability to meet Berkeley Law’s total educational costs. You must be prepared to fund all of your academic and living expenses. Even students who receive some fellowship assistance must be prepared to provide the approximately $79,000 (U.S.) required per academic year for educational and living expenses.
If you are married and/or have children, an additional $7,000 is recommended for your spouse and an additional $4,000 is recommended for each child. These funds must be provided by either you or your sponsor. Berkeley Law does not provide full-tuition fellowships, tuition waivers, need-based grants, nor graduate teaching assistantships."
I could be wrong, but it seems to me that they're saying you must provide proof of 79k x3 years, whether you got a scholarship or not...
Not to be accepted, but to be enrolled. Again, I could be wrong! (I hope so)rwajo12 wrote: Meaning to get accepted? That's not true.
Or maybe that's just a Boalt thing?
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That's not the point. He was asking why Boalt is no factoring in the scholarship award while determining how much one has to show. So if award if 25k, then one needs to show 64. But Boalt says no, still 79. Anyway his query has been addressed.rwajo12 wrote:To enroll yes you do, but just a year's worth. It's the same policy when you apply for an undergraduate degree at US schools as an international student.InterLaw wrote:Right, I didn't notice the scholly info, thanks!freekick wrote: 1. You can see this cycle's outcomes for international applicants in the spreadsheet linked on the previous page of this thread. It includes scholarship info for some as well.
https://www.law.berkeley.edu/admissions ... -students/freekick wrote: 2. Can you link the webpage you read that on? Doubt it is true. As per the US government''s rules on student visa (which is non-immigrant), you need to show funds for a year of study (tuition+CoL). If you get scholarship, then that amount is deducted from the estimate and you have to show funds for the balance amount.
"The financial resources required to attend Berkeley Law are substantial. Before committing the energy and financial resources required, you need to obtain a visa and to evaluate your ability to meet Berkeley Law’s total educational costs. You must be prepared to fund all of your academic and living expenses. Even students who receive some fellowship assistance must be prepared to provide the approximately $79,000 (U.S.) required per academic year for educational and living expenses.
If you are married and/or have children, an additional $7,000 is recommended for your spouse and an additional $4,000 is recommended for each child. These funds must be provided by either you or your sponsor. Berkeley Law does not provide full-tuition fellowships, tuition waivers, need-based grants, nor graduate teaching assistantships."
I could be wrong, but it seems to me that they're saying you must provide proof of 79k x3 years, whether you got a scholarship or not...
Not to be accepted, but to be enrolled. Again, I could be wrong! (I hope so)rwajo12 wrote: Meaning to get accepted? That's not true.
Or maybe that's just a Boalt thing?
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So that's it. Not a big deal for me, Berk wouldn't take me anyway (strange bachelor situation, they are clearly the only one... but I'm not gonna start any argument on Boalt here).
So the question is: did you find this same situation anywhere else, or did your financial proof took into account the scholarship you received?
So the question is: did you find this same situation anywhere else, or did your financial proof took into account the scholarship you received?
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The proof takes into account scholarship everywhere.InterLaw wrote:So that's it. Not a big deal for me, Berk wouldn't take me anyway (strange bachelor situation, they are clearly the only one... but I'm not gonna start any argument on Boalt here).
So the question is: did you find this same situation anywhere else, or did your financial proof took into account the scholarship you received?
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That's a relief!freekick wrote:The proof takes into account scholarship everywhere.InterLaw wrote:So that's it. Not a big deal for me, Berk wouldn't take me anyway (strange bachelor situation, they are clearly the only one... but I'm not gonna start any argument on Boalt here).
So the question is: did you find this same situation anywhere else, or did your financial proof took into account the scholarship you received?
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Ah got it! My bad.freekick wrote:That's not the point. He was asking why Boalt is no factoring in the scholarship award while determining how much one has to show. So if award if 25k, then one needs to show 64. But Boalt says no, still 79. Anyway his query has been addressed.rwajo12 wrote:To enroll yes you do, but just a year's worth. It's the same policy when you apply for an undergraduate degree at US schools as an international student.InterLaw wrote:Right, I didn't notice the scholly info, thanks!freekick wrote: 1. You can see this cycle's outcomes for international applicants in the spreadsheet linked on the previous page of this thread. It includes scholarship info for some as well.
https://www.law.berkeley.edu/admissions ... -students/freekick wrote: 2. Can you link the webpage you read that on? Doubt it is true. As per the US government''s rules on student visa (which is non-immigrant), you need to show funds for a year of study (tuition+CoL). If you get scholarship, then that amount is deducted from the estimate and you have to show funds for the balance amount.
"The financial resources required to attend Berkeley Law are substantial. Before committing the energy and financial resources required, you need to obtain a visa and to evaluate your ability to meet Berkeley Law’s total educational costs. You must be prepared to fund all of your academic and living expenses. Even students who receive some fellowship assistance must be prepared to provide the approximately $79,000 (U.S.) required per academic year for educational and living expenses.
If you are married and/or have children, an additional $7,000 is recommended for your spouse and an additional $4,000 is recommended for each child. These funds must be provided by either you or your sponsor. Berkeley Law does not provide full-tuition fellowships, tuition waivers, need-based grants, nor graduate teaching assistantships."
I could be wrong, but it seems to me that they're saying you must provide proof of 79k x3 years, whether you got a scholarship or not...
Not to be accepted, but to be enrolled. Again, I could be wrong! (I hope so)rwajo12 wrote: Meaning to get accepted? That's not true.
Or maybe that's just a Boalt thing?
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UK LLB degree - First Class honours - from the Open University however.
LSAC evaluation academic -ability superior.
LSAT score 156 - was disappointed but relieved. Should have done better.
Applied to two Georgia schools and waitlisted for both (one of which breached their own early decision agreement by over six weeks!!!)
Do I apply to more schools? Retake the LSAT and try again next year? Am I at a disadvantage for being an international candidate? I don't have accolades or accomplishments, I worked full time and studied part time.
Feeling disheartened and lost! But this is the dream so...
LSAC evaluation academic -ability superior.
LSAT score 156 - was disappointed but relieved. Should have done better.
Applied to two Georgia schools and waitlisted for both (one of which breached their own early decision agreement by over six weeks!!!)
Do I apply to more schools? Retake the LSAT and try again next year? Am I at a disadvantage for being an international candidate? I don't have accolades or accomplishments, I worked full time and studied part time.
Feeling disheartened and lost! But this is the dream so...
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Hey guys, UK applicant here (U.S. Citizen) -- getting my transcript evaluated in a month or so by LSAC.
Is it definitive that a first class honours is considered 'superior'? Have there been any *unlucky cases whereby it has been evaluated as above average?
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Is it definitive that a first class honours is considered 'superior'? Have there been any *unlucky cases whereby it has been evaluated as above average?
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Sorry about this cycle.CatCalledBirdie wrote:UK LLB degree - First Class honours - from the Open University however.
LSAC evaluation academic -ability superior.
LSAT score 156 - was disappointed but relieved. Should have done better.
Applied to two Georgia schools and waitlisted for both (one of which breached their own early decision agreement by over six weeks!!!)
Do I apply to more schools? Retake the LSAT and try again next year? Am I at a disadvantage for being an international candidate? I don't have accolades or accomplishments, I worked full time and studied part time.
Feeling disheartened and lost! But this is the dream so...
Absolutely retake, get 165 or more and reapply. LSAT will largely determine the outcome of your applications. We are certainly disadvantaged by lack of a numerical GPA. But we do bring marginal factors like diversity.
ETA: Also have a look at the spreadsheet linked on the previous page of this thread to get a sense of outcomes for different LSAT/UG combinations.
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Nothing is definitive when it comes to the LSAC. But I would be very surprised if your first class honors didn't translate into a Superior evaluation. And yes, people have had unexpected outcomes in this regard, both good and bad. I wasn't one of them but I know a few.marryJLP92 wrote:Hey guys, UK applicant here (U.S. Citizen) -- getting my transcript evaluated in a month or so by LSAC.
Is it definitive that a first class honours is considered 'superior'? Have there been any *unlucky cases whereby it has been evaluated as above average?
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Guys I need some advice in deciding schools.
It's between GW ($) and GULC.
I know some people will automatically pick Georgetown due it's ranking, but I've heard from certain lawyers than outside of the YHS bubble, It's all about the grades you receive first year. I've heard about Georgetown being a cutthroat and cold environment. I loved GW when I visited, as it seemed like a positive environment with plenty of diversity and support. Let me know what you guys think. Any opinion is welcome.
It's between GW ($) and GULC.
I know some people will automatically pick Georgetown due it's ranking, but I've heard from certain lawyers than outside of the YHS bubble, It's all about the grades you receive first year. I've heard about Georgetown being a cutthroat and cold environment. I loved GW when I visited, as it seemed like a positive environment with plenty of diversity and support. Let me know what you guys think. Any opinion is welcome.
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What are your career goals? And geographic preferences.rwajo12 wrote:Guys I need some advice in deciding schools.
It's between GW ($) and GULC.
I know some people will automatically pick Georgetown due it's ranking, but I've heard from certain lawyers than outside of the YHS bubble, It's all about the grades you receive first year. I've heard about Georgetown being a cutthroat and cold environment. I loved GW when I visited, as it seemed like a positive environment with plenty of diversity and support. Let me know what you guys think. Any opinion is welcome.
Both schools have big classes. At GULC you need to be top 35% for biglaw. Top 30% at GW. If biglaw is what you want, go to GW coz it is cheaper without a huge difference in biglaw chances.
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Big law as of now, to pay off the loans. I would like to remain in the Mid-Atlantic region if possible. So DC, New York. I assumed the big law chances were that drastically different, but I heard the environment was.freekick wrote:What are your career goals? And geographic preferences.rwajo12 wrote:Guys I need some advice in deciding schools.
It's between GW ($) and GULC.
I know some people will automatically pick Georgetown due it's ranking, but I've heard from certain lawyers than outside of the YHS bubble, It's all about the grades you receive first year. I've heard about Georgetown being a cutthroat and cold environment. I loved GW when I visited, as it seemed like a positive environment with plenty of diversity and support. Let me know what you guys think. Any opinion is welcome.
Both schools have big classes. At GULC you need to be top 35% for biglaw. Top 30% at GW. If biglaw is what you want, go to GW coz it is cheaper without a huge difference in biglaw chances.
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You mean biglaw chances weren't* drastically different? What specifically do you mean by environment?rwajo12 wrote:Big law as of now, to pay off the loans. I would like to remain in the Mid-Atlantic region if possible. So DC, New York. I assumed the big law chances were that drastically different, but I heard the environment was.freekick wrote:What are your career goals? And geographic preferences.rwajo12 wrote:Guys I need some advice in deciding schools.
It's between GW ($) and GULC.
I know some people will automatically pick Georgetown due it's ranking, but I've heard from certain lawyers than outside of the YHS bubble, It's all about the grades you receive first year. I've heard about Georgetown being a cutthroat and cold environment. I loved GW when I visited, as it seemed like a positive environment with plenty of diversity and support. Let me know what you guys think. Any opinion is welcome.
Both schools have big classes. At GULC you need to be top 35% for biglaw. Top 30% at GW. If biglaw is what you want, go to GW coz it is cheaper without a huge difference in biglaw chances.
What's the difference in cost of attendance? If only 15-25k, then take GULC.
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Yes sorry meant, were not*. GW offered some merit amount so it will be cheaper to attend. In terms of environment I meant that GULC is one of the schools known for being thoroughly competitive in terms of access to jobs and what notfreekick wrote:You mean biglaw chances weren't* drastically different? What specifically do you mean by environment?rwajo12 wrote:Big law as of now, to pay off the loans. I would like to remain in the Mid-Atlantic region if possible. So DC, New York. I assumed the big law chances were that drastically different, but I heard the environment was.freekick wrote:What are your career goals? And geographic preferences.rwajo12 wrote:Guys I need some advice in deciding schools.
It's between GW ($) and GULC.
I know some people will automatically pick Georgetown due it's ranking, but I've heard from certain lawyers than outside of the YHS bubble, It's all about the grades you receive first year. I've heard about Georgetown being a cutthroat and cold environment. I loved GW when I visited, as it seemed like a positive environment with plenty of diversity and support. Let me know what you guys think. Any opinion is welcome.
Both schools have big classes. At GULC you need to be top 35% for biglaw. Top 30% at GW. If biglaw is what you want, go to GW coz it is cheaper without a huge difference in biglaw chances.
What's the difference in cost of attendance? If only 15-25k, then take GULC.
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Even so, that shouldn't influence your choice. The legal profession itself is thoroughly competitive.rwajo12 wrote:Yes sorry meant, were not*. GW offered some merit amount so it will be cheaper to attend. In terms of environment I meant that GULC is one of the schools known for being thoroughly competitive in terms of access to jobs and what notfreekick wrote:You mean biglaw chances weren't* drastically different? What specifically do you mean by environment?rwajo12 wrote:Big law as of now, to pay off the loans. I would like to remain in the Mid-Atlantic region if possible. So DC, New York. I assumed the big law chances were that drastically different, but I heard the environment was.freekick wrote:What are your career goals? And geographic preferences.rwajo12 wrote:Guys I need some advice in deciding schools.
It's between GW ($) and GULC.
I know some people will automatically pick Georgetown due it's ranking, but I've heard from certain lawyers than outside of the YHS bubble, It's all about the grades you receive first year. I've heard about Georgetown being a cutthroat and cold environment. I loved GW when I visited, as it seemed like a positive environment with plenty of diversity and support. Let me know what you guys think. Any opinion is welcome.
Both schools have big classes. At GULC you need to be top 35% for biglaw. Top 30% at GW. If biglaw is what you want, go to GW coz it is cheaper without a huge difference in biglaw chances.
What's the difference in cost of attendance? If only 15-25k, then take GULC.
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It factors into my decision in terms of of first year grades. I've heard that top 10 percent at a t14 possibly translates into top 5 percent at a t30. Don't know how accurate that actually is, but that's where i was coming from.freekick wrote:Even so, that shouldn't influence your choice. The legal profession itself is thoroughly competitive.rwajo12 wrote:Yes sorry meant, were not*. GW offered some merit amount so it will be cheaper to attend. In terms of environment I meant that GULC is one of the schools known for being thoroughly competitive in terms of access to jobs and what notfreekick wrote:You mean biglaw chances weren't* drastically different? What specifically do you mean by environment?rwajo12 wrote:Big law as of now, to pay off the loans. I would like to remain in the Mid-Atlantic region if possible. So DC, New York. I assumed the big law chances were that drastically different, but I heard the environment was.freekick wrote:What are your career goals? And geographic preferences.rwajo12 wrote:Guys I need some advice in deciding schools.
It's between GW ($) and GULC.
I know some people will automatically pick Georgetown due it's ranking, but I've heard from certain lawyers than outside of the YHS bubble, It's all about the grades you receive first year. I've heard about Georgetown being a cutthroat and cold environment. I loved GW when I visited, as it seemed like a positive environment with plenty of diversity and support. Let me know what you guys think. Any opinion is welcome.
Both schools have big classes. At GULC you need to be top 35% for biglaw. Top 30% at GW. If biglaw is what you want, go to GW coz it is cheaper without a huge difference in biglaw chances.
What's the difference in cost of attendance? If only 15-25k, then take GULC.
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For those who are international students, does anyone know what biglaw prospects look like for us since our status is not as stable as those who are citizens or permanent residents
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From whatever little info there is, the prospects seem to depend on things like grades, interviewing skills + English fluency, the practice area you are looking at and its connection to your home country, the market you are applying to (NY/DC/LA/Chi/SF etc) and ties to them and I am sure some others too.rwajo12 wrote:For those who are international students, does anyone know what biglaw prospects look like for us since our status is not as stable as those who are citizens or permanent residents
See the following for 'some' discussion.
http://www.top-law-schools.com/forums/v ... a#p9064970
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any internationals here who thought their cycle went below their numbers? anyone who performed at/above numbers here?
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not close to the above score, but with a within t-13 score i struck out of all t-13s i applied to.freekick wrote:This cycle has been a little wierd generally and more so for international applicants. Several explanations have been posited but nothing conclusive yet.sanzgo wrote:dayummm i just looked at that spreadsheet in the previous page and what a strange cycle it has been for INT applicants this year!
that guy with a 178 got close to striking out of the T-13 ;;;; dafuq's going on these days...
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Hey guys, did someone who lives outside the US got into GULC last year? I just wanted to know if you received acceptance by regular mail!
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