blong10 (2022-2023)

I'm a cop. I've worked for a city PD for four years, ever since I graduated from undergrad. I'll finish with my master's in May, like you it looks. Good luck!

Yeah, I thought the LEO experience would be unique. Turns out that it's not so. I still believe it offers an advantage though. So you wanna switch sides? I've thought about it. For now, I plan to do the DA thing.

thx for the congrats. I'm interested in being a PD actually. Good luck to you, and keep me posted!

Elon is definitely my first choice. I just bumped my GPA up by a point this semester. Hopefully that will help! Is Elon your first choice as well? I went to visit the school and I definitely don't want to go anywhere else--it's a perfect fit. Good luck with everything. And yes, I do go to ASU--goooooo Neers!!! Go for 3!!!

I'm very excited about SC. Do you know anything about living in Columbia? (Especially for someone who uh, leans to the left politically. To be honest, the super-conservative southern red states make me a little nervous. :-/ )

I think it went well. I really like the school, plus I'm very interested in Raleigh. My undergrad GPA is hurting me, so I hope I can overcome it. The only word from Elon I've got is that they have all my stuff, but nothing else yet.

Yeah, I did the optional PS also. I figured I would take every opportunity to describe myself. I think it was only about 1 1/4 pages though, and it dealt with what unique contribution I believe I could add to the class. How did the LSAT go?

Yeah, I did the optional PS also. I figured I would take every opportunity to describe myself. I think it was only about 1 1/4 pages though, and it dealt with what unique contribution I believe I could add to the class. How did the LSAT go?

Ah, I wouldn't sweat it. I'm sure your MA and soft factors will help. It looks like you've got a nice spread of schools so you'll do great. BTW, sorry about the double post earlier, not sure how that happened?!

That's a tough call. Although my top 2 or 3 are likely unrealistic, I'd go with #1 UNC #2 WF #3 USC #4 Campbell #5 Charleston #6 Elon...But this it just a general sense of order. I work for Asheville PD. It's been an awesome and eye-opening experience, but I'm ready to move on.

Yeah, I would go to Charlotte or Florida Coastal if nothing else panned out (the former before the latter). Yet, they are both at the bottom of my list. I have heard from students at each school who said they liked it, but I've also heard not so good things from attorneys already in practice about both. I guess the Campbell interview is a sign that they are at least considering me. However, I understand that they interview all serious candidates, even those that will only qualify for their summer program of which only about a third of the class proceed to the Fall semester. You should go ahead and apply. You'll only be out a few bucks and some time if your it doesn't work out.

Thanks and good luck with Elon! Hopefully your law enforcement experience will help, that's great!

thanks and good luck!

Got my acceptance yesterday. Yours should be arriving soon!

Yeah, the LSAT really is a big deal I've learned. You can always transfer in to ELON from an accredited school though, that is, if you don't get already in for the fall. I wouldn't give up yet though.

Mine was 2.5 pages. I read on their website that they didn't care so much about the length but that they did want it to be comprehensive and fairly detailed. Applying there can't hurt. I was stoked to learn I was accepted. I'll probably end up there unless, by a long shot, I got in at UNC, Wake, or South Carolina. Regardless, I've been suprised by my early success in app season, and I'm sure that you'll end up happy too!

I plan to get out of law enforcement totally. I guess you could say I'm bitter. Not because of the PD where I work, but just the job in general. I'm sick off all the grief we catch from people. I entertained the idea of law after I starting going to court for my cases. I'm not sure if I'll go the criminal law route or not though. If so, I think I would do the ADA gig. But who knows, I haven't spent a day in law school yet, so I'll decide later when I'm more acquainted the different fields.

I started out at APD at 27k. In four years, I have moved up to 38k--nice jump! But, the top out is just around 42k--that's it! I think the starting pay here now is around 30-32k.

I'm getting it from Western Carolina University. The have a graduate program in Asheville housed at UNC-A.

I'm still waiting to hear from UNC, Wake, and USC. UNC and Wake are my #1 and #2, respectively. But they're both definite long-shots for me! USC is kind of a wild card. If I got in, I might go there? Right now though, I see myself more than likely at Campbell in the fall--which is totally cool 'cause it's one of my top picks nonetheless. Good luck on your cycle. I've been fortunate and I'm sure you will too. Are you getting your MA from UNCG?

I studied for the LSAT using Powerscore. I took one weekend course, which was decent but too short. But I studied for months--sometimes 10-12 hours a day on my own! With that said, I was a little disappointed with my score, considering how much time I put into it. Nevertheless, it was good enough. If you don't get into a school of your choice, I would definitely recommend taking off for one cycle, studying HARD, and reapplying! With only a 155, you see where I got in. You can get a 155. Master the games, work hard on the LR, and hope for the best on RC--that's what I did. I was told at my interview at Campbell, that federal agencies LOVE applicants with a JD. So maybe one day you can both! Just a thought though, I plan to stay in litigation.

Yeah the LSAT is HUGE. If NCCU doesn't work out, you might want to consider retaking for next cycle. I don't think that many schools penalize you for multiple tests. I believe that most will take your highest mark. But, you've got a good shot at Central still.

I know an attorney who only got in at a few bottom tier schools and ended up attending one up in the Northeast. But, he later transferred into Wake. So, yeah, you could definitely do it. And you can also improve 10 pts. on that damn test. I by no means aced it, but the advice that I would pass along is to MASTER the logic games--that's like 22-24 questions correct right there! And that is entirely doable. But you have to practice and practice and then practice some more, every day. I took every LSAT ever released, that's like 50+ tests. For that, I'm a little ashamed of my score, but at least it got me what I wanted.

Wasn't signed in...but seriously, keep the faith and keep working hard on that LSAT and things will work out!

Hey got an e-mail today from Appalachian...they have waived the $60 fee for the rest of March. Noticed you had it listed..also I believe they are having an open house later this month. Good luck.

I was rejected at Central. Not even offered a spot in PBAP.

Good luck with NCCU. Have faith!

Good luck with NCCU Law! Have Faith!!

Hey there... I have been reading your posts on other's page so I thought I'd stop by and offer some encouragement. It's tough waiting for an answer but do not lose hope esp. if this is what you really want. Hope to see you at Central this fall!

Hey, I really wish you the best with NCCU. I can tell your really about heading to school. If things do not work out for you this year, have you considered taking a Kaplan, etc course? It's an investment, but worthwhile if you can put some time in. Hopefully there will be no need - really pulling for you! Did NCCU notify you that you were complete or did you contact them?

Just thought I'd let you know that I'm hoping you hear wonderful news from NCCU. :)

Any news from NCCU? I really hope you get in.

You still hanging in? If you are, keep fighting. Good luck Phil

Still ckecking on how things are going with you. Hope you receive news from NCCU soon. Just remember, if its not what you were looking for, take the test again. I know for a fact you can improve - especially with a course. Your on the up. Good luck.

Sorry to hear about the decision... don't be discouraged.

Shake it off man. All you have to do is bust out an improved LSAT. You can do that! Don't get discouraged and best luck with the next cycle!