maean11 (2022-2023)
Application Information
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| # | Law School | Status | Type | $$$ | Sent | Received | Complete | Interview Date | Decision | Updated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of San Diego | Accepted A | Type: RA | $23,000 | Sent: 10/30/09 | Rec: -- | Comp: 11/02/09 | Inter: -- | Dec: 01/06/10 | Upd: 14 years | ||
| University of California Hastings | Rejected | Type: RA | Sent: 10/30/09 | Rec: -- | Comp: -- | Inter: -- | Dec: -- | Upd: 14 years | |||
| Loyola Law School | Accepted | Type: RA | $17,000 | Sent: 10/30/09 | Rec: -- | Comp: 11/17/09 | Inter: -- | Dec: 02/15/10 | Upd: 15 years | ||
| University of San Francisco | Waitlisted W | Type: RA | Sent: 10/30/09 | Rec: -- | Comp: 11/11/09 | Inter: -- | Dec: 02/11/10 | Upd: 15 years | |||
| Pepperdine University | Accepted | Type: RA | Sent: 11/05/09 | Rec: -- | Comp: -- | Inter: -- | Dec: 01/05/10 | Upd: 15 years | |||
| Chapman University F | Accepted | Type: RA | $35,973 | Sent: 10/30/09 | Rec: -- | Comp: 10/30/09 | Inter: -- | Dec: 12/11/09 | Upd: 15 years | ||
| University of the Pacific F | Accepted | Type: RA | $20,000 | Sent: 10/30/09 | Rec: -- | Comp: 11/30/09 | Inter: -- | Dec: 12/21/09 | Upd: 15 years | ||
| Santa Clara University F | Accepted | Type: | $11,000 | Sent: 10/26/09 | Rec: -- | Comp: 11/04/09 | Inter: -- | Dec: 11/18/09 | Upd: 15 years | ||
| University of California Davis | Pending | Type: RA | Sent: 10/30/09 | Rec: -- | Comp: 11/17/09 | Inter: -- | Dec: -- | Upd: 15 years |
Visitor Comments
It's a very tough call, something I struggled with for a long time. In the end, personally, I thought USD was the better choice. First of all, I think USD's reputation in the greater San Diego is stronger than Pepperdine's in the greater Los Angeles market, because of P's competetion and USD's USD lack-there-of. Also, I looked at kids who had decided to attend each school after being accepted, on LSN, in the years in the past, and it seemed like USD had a stronger history than P. The campuses are so different too. Pepperdine's view is nice, but I could see the novelty of living on the ocean wearing off, and the facilities themselves were just so so. USD's campus is beautiful; the architecture is stunning. I also like the San Diego state of mind vs. the L.A. one. San Diego residents are notoriously laid back, very "chill," don't stress as much, while L.A. is not that way at all. I hope this helps, the two schools are still both great schools. I had just as many people tell me I HAD to go to Pepperdine as I did about USD, so there is no 1 obvious winner. I hope you let me know what you decide on doing. :-)
it is... or was... I don't think I'll end up there. I'm pretty sure I want to end up practicing in Michigan, and while I've gotten in to better schools, USD included, I'm leaning toward Michigan State because of its in-state reputation, and the substantial scholarship money they've offered. If USD throws me any money, then I'll have a much harder decision.
thanks for your kind words :-) how'd you hear about the scholarship money from USD?
So whats the verdict. I have apps outstanding at both schools.
I've always wanted to go to Pepperdine, but money is a factor. If I got in to Santa Clara, USD, and Pepperdine, with no money, I'd go Pepperdine's way. If I got money then who knows. USD has a beautiful campus though, and a great program.
hey! well i am actually going to put my name down for the on campus housing..but if i dont get that then i will be looking for a roommate :) thats cool you are coming from texas, i actually grew up in san diego county so am not going very far from home. ill put my email with my name if you want to find me on facebook :)
You really should visit USD before committing... I had placed Pepperdine way above USD before visiting because of the location, but USD really took my breath away too. The buildings are much more attractive than Pepperdine's, and San Diego can compete with Malibu any day. The view isn't the same as P's, but the bay isn't very far at all. Good Luck!