My contact request came right when the interview was supposed to start.Samiam1738 wrote:my interview is in 30 min and i have not received a contact request from Columbia. Is there anything i need to do? its the regular skype right? not skype for business
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Think they said in the instructions to give it 10 mins or soSamiam1738 wrote:Still nothing
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I applied early November still haven't heard anything, but not gonna start accepting defeat until Christmas. Slightly above 25% for GPA and LSAT.what.like.its.hard wrote:Any ED applicants still without interview requests? I applied pretty late (literally on 11/15), but am assuming this silence is not a good thing
Any rejections/ deferrals to RD yet?
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FWIW, I'm an RD applicant, but I applied 10/20ish and only got interview request yesterday. Don't give up yet!bosshawg wrote:I applied early November still haven't heard anything, but not gonna start accepting defeat until Christmas. Slightly above 25% for GPA and LSAT.what.like.its.hard wrote:Any ED applicants still without interview requests? I applied pretty late (literally on 11/15), but am assuming this silence is not a good thing
Any rejections/ deferrals to RD yet?
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It's been two days after my interview and I didn't receive anything from them confirming my interview went complete... wondering if that's the norm
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Just got a fee waiver today, and I am VERY confused.
"On the basis of your performance on the LSAT only, you have been identified as a prospective law school applicant who, on that criterion alone, has demonstrated a capability to contribute to and benefit from a legal education of the first order"
Given that I'm a URM with a 167, I feel like the 'only' and the 'on that criterion alone' bits should be followed by a high-pitched "wink." "We think your 167 is special, despite you being below both our 25th %iles. It's so special, in fact, we just can't seem to explain why. Almost as if, for legal reasons, we are unable to."
Anyone else in my situation get one of these and use it? I'm not sure whether to apply or not. I'm not on the biglaw track, and even with the decent scholly's they've thrown at low-number URMs in the past, the thought of 89k a year makes my stomach hurt.
"On the basis of your performance on the LSAT only, you have been identified as a prospective law school applicant who, on that criterion alone, has demonstrated a capability to contribute to and benefit from a legal education of the first order"
Given that I'm a URM with a 167, I feel like the 'only' and the 'on that criterion alone' bits should be followed by a high-pitched "wink." "We think your 167 is special, despite you being below both our 25th %iles. It's so special, in fact, we just can't seem to explain why. Almost as if, for legal reasons, we are unable to."
Anyone else in my situation get one of these and use it? I'm not sure whether to apply or not. I'm not on the biglaw track, and even with the decent scholly's they've thrown at low-number URMs in the past, the thought of 89k a year makes my stomach hurt.
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FWIW I know a AA URM at Columbia with an LSAT in the 150s.tominusprime wrote:Just got a fee waiver today, and I am VERY confused.
"On the basis of your performance on the LSAT only, you have been identified as a prospective law school applicant who, on that criterion alone, has demonstrated a capability to contribute to and benefit from a legal education of the first order"
Given that I'm a URM with a 167, I feel like the 'only' and the 'on that criterion alone' bits should be followed by a high-pitched "wink." "We think your 167 is special, despite you being below both our 25th %iles. It's so special, in fact, we just can't seem to explain why. Almost as if, for legal reasons, we are unable to."
Anyone else in my situation get one of these and use it? I'm not sure whether to apply or not. I'm not on the biglaw track, and even with the decent scholly's they've thrown at low-number URMs in the past, the thought of 89k a year makes my stomach hurt.
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Just sent in my application!
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I got the same email! I'm also in the same boat. Under 25% Lsat, Over 75% GPA URM, I want to do public service law. I went on and applied anyways because I want to go to school in NYC and did ED because I know a name/education like that can open doors. Had an interview even with my super low LSAT score, have to send in my fall grades before the decision. They have a good loan repayment program for public service which is how I calm myself down when I look at the price tag. Good Luck!tominusprime wrote:Just got a fee waiver today, and I am VERY confused.
"On the basis of your performance on the LSAT only, you have been identified as a prospective law school applicant who, on that criterion alone, has demonstrated a capability to contribute to and benefit from a legal education of the first order"
Given that I'm a URM with a 167, I feel like the 'only' and the 'on that criterion alone' bits should be followed by a high-pitched "wink." "We think your 167 is special, despite you being below both our 25th %iles. It's so special, in fact, we just can't seem to explain why. Almost as if, for legal reasons, we are unable to."
Anyone else in my situation get one of these and use it? I'm not sure whether to apply or not. I'm not on the biglaw track, and even with the decent scholly's they've thrown at low-number URMs in the past, the thought of 89k a year makes my stomach hurt.
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I still haven't gotten an interview request but they asked for my Fall grades.bosshawg wrote:I applied early November still haven't heard anything, but not gonna start accepting defeat until Christmas. Slightly above 25% for GPA and LSAT.what.like.its.hard wrote:Any ED applicants still without interview requests? I applied pretty late (literally on 11/15), but am assuming this silence is not a good thing
Any rejections/ deferrals to RD yet?
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I know one at a different T6 who got into Columbia with a high 15x LSAT as well. Always gotta shoot your shot.etramak wrote:FWIW I know a AA URM at Columbia with an LSAT in the 150s.
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I know two non-URM's who got the same waiver yesterday fwiwtominusprime wrote:Just got a fee waiver today, and I am VERY confused.
"On the basis of your performance on the LSAT only, you have been identified as a prospective law school applicant who, on that criterion alone, has demonstrated a capability to contribute to and benefit from a legal education of the first order"
Given that I'm a URM with a 167, I feel like the 'only' and the 'on that criterion alone' bits should be followed by a high-pitched "wink." "We think your 167 is special, despite you being below both our 25th %iles. It's so special, in fact, we just can't seem to explain why. Almost as if, for legal reasons, we are unable to."
Anyone else in my situation get one of these and use it? I'm not sure whether to apply or not. I'm not on the biglaw track, and even with the decent scholly's they've thrown at low-number URMs in the past, the thought of 89k a year makes my stomach hurt.
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I really wonder how they curated the list of people who got that email. I'm URM with a 175 and haven't received anything from Columbia.
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I'm a non-URM and I got this most recent waiver (LSAT~25th, GPA>75th). I sent an application their way, I figure the worst that can happen is rejection and I've already made peace with not getting into a T6.chewinggum wrote:I know two non-URM's who got the same waiver yesterday fwiwtominusprime wrote:Just got a fee waiver today, and I am VERY confused.
"On the basis of your performance on the LSAT only, you have been identified as a prospective law school applicant who, on that criterion alone, has demonstrated a capability to contribute to and benefit from a legal education of the first order"
Given that I'm a URM with a 167, I feel like the 'only' and the 'on that criterion alone' bits should be followed by a high-pitched "wink." "We think your 167 is special, despite you being below both our 25th %iles. It's so special, in fact, we just can't seem to explain why. Almost as if, for legal reasons, we are unable to."
Anyone else in my situation get one of these and use it? I'm not sure whether to apply or not. I'm not on the biglaw track, and even with the decent scholly's they've thrown at low-number URMs in the past, the thought of 89k a year makes my stomach hurt.
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My dad knows a CLS interviewer. Here’s the scoop on interviews. Columbia is moving towards interviewing all candidates. An interview is a good sign- of course make sure if there are any questionable areas on your application, that you are prepared. Reasons for interview may be random, because they find you interesting, for scholarship purposes and for those that are borderline- it means they want to take you so just be prepared and relaxed. People that get in within the first few days of ED notifications are the ones they really believe will add to the class. Hope this helps.
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This is great info! Thanks:) Any word on dates for the first RDs?Oliviapope123 wrote:My dad knows a CLS interviewer. Here’s the scoop on interviews. Columbia is moving towards interviewing all candidates. An interview is a good sign- of course make sure if there are any questionable areas on your application, that you are prepared. Reasons for interview may be random, because they find you interesting, for scholarship purposes and for those that are borderline- it means they want to take you so just be prepared and relaxed. People that get in within the first few days of ED notifications are the ones they really believe will add to the class. Hope this helps.
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If some are random then an interview would not necessarily be a good sign. Any idea as to what percentage of those that interview end up with an acceptance?Oliviapope123 wrote:My dad knows a CLS interviewer. Here’s the scoop on interviews. Columbia is moving towards interviewing all candidates. An interview is a good sign- of course make sure if there are any questionable areas on your application, that you are prepared. Reasons for interview may be random, because they find you interesting, for scholarship purposes and for those that are borderline- it means they want to take you so just be prepared and relaxed. People that get in within the first few days of ED notifications are the ones they really believe will add to the class. Hope this helps.
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The random ones are from a pool of acceptable applicants- so an interview is a great sign. A very large percent of people that get interviewed, get accepted. Don’t know the percentage.lowyo wrote:If some are random then an interview would not necessarily be a good sign. Any idea as to what percentage of those that interview end up with an acceptance?Oliviapope123 wrote:My dad knows a CLS interviewer. Here’s the scoop on interviews. Columbia is moving towards interviewing all candidates. An interview is a good sign- of course make sure if there are any questionable areas on your application, that you are prepared. Reasons for interview may be random, because they find you interesting, for scholarship purposes and for those that are borderline- it means they want to take you so just be prepared and relaxed. People that get in within the first few days of ED notifications are the ones they really believe will add to the class. Hope this helps.
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Also, an interview is not necessary to get in so don’t fret if you did not get one. Have no idea when RDs will come out.
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Cool, thanks!Oliviapope123 wrote:The random ones are from a pool of acceptable applicants- so an interview is a great sign. A very large percent of people that get interviewed, get accepted. Don’t know the percentage.lowyo wrote:If some are random then an interview would not necessarily be a good sign. Any idea as to what percentage of those that interview end up with an acceptance?Oliviapope123 wrote:My dad knows a CLS interviewer. Here’s the scoop on interviews. Columbia is moving towards interviewing all candidates. An interview is a good sign- of course make sure if there are any questionable areas on your application, that you are prepared. Reasons for interview may be random, because they find you interesting, for scholarship purposes and for those that are borderline- it means they want to take you so just be prepared and relaxed. People that get in within the first few days of ED notifications are the ones they really believe will add to the class. Hope this helps.
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Oh, that's fantastic news, I sincerely hope they get in!chewinggum wrote:I know two non-URM's who got the same waiver yesterday fwiwtominusprime wrote:Just got a fee waiver today, and I am VERY confused.
"On the basis of your performance on the LSAT only, you have been identified as a prospective law school applicant who, on that criterion alone, has demonstrated a capability to contribute to and benefit from a legal education of the first order"
Given that I'm a URM with a 167, I feel like the 'only' and the 'on that criterion alone' bits should be followed by a high-pitched "wink." "We think your 167 is special, despite you being below both our 25th %iles. It's so special, in fact, we just can't seem to explain why. Almost as if, for legal reasons, we are unable to."
Anyone else in my situation get one of these and use it? I'm not sure whether to apply or not. I'm not on the biglaw track, and even with the decent scholly's they've thrown at low-number URMs in the past, the thought of 89k a year makes my stomach hurt.
I was just a little put off by my receiving a waiver because my LSDAS GPA has been clearly noted on my CRS profile for ages, and it is terrifyingly low. Like sub-2.5 low. The cynic in me assumed it was either race-related or they needed to up their rejection rate.
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Re: Columbia c/o 2021 Applicants Thread (2017-2018)
Oliviapope123 wrote:My dad knows a CLS interviewer. Here’s the scoop on interviews. Columbia is moving towards interviewing all candidates. An interview is a good sign- of course make sure if there are any questionable areas on your application, that you are prepared. Reasons for interview may be random, because they find you interesting, for scholarship purposes and for those that are borderline- it means they want to take you so just be prepared and relaxed. People that get in within the first few days of ED notifications are the ones they really believe will add to the class. Hope this helps.
Do we have info on how late in the cycle they will continue to offer interviews?
I want to have a good idea of when I should give up all home and cry myself to sleep nightly. Gotta put it in my planner.
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