Your One-Stop Guide to Law School Admissions

Welcome to the Advice Hub: the best law admissions advice from the Top Law Coach, all in one place. Explore specific topics, browse featured guides,. or search by keyword below.

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Preparing to Apply

What to consider before applying, plus how to build relevant skills through courses and extracurriculars.

Application Materials

What admissions officers look for in a personal statement, resume, essay, diversity statement, and addendum.

Choosing Target Schools

How to research law schools and decide where to apply, including a list of Top Law Coach school profiles.

Master the LSAT

Evidence-driven approaches to study plans, time-saving tactics, test anxiety, and achieving your target score.

Admissions Process

Learn more about rolling admission, early decision, transcripts and grades, financial aid, and scholarships.

Student Experience

Insights on being a law student, including tips to survive and thrive during your first year.

 

Browse Featured Guides

  • Complete Guide to Law School Application Deadlines

    Understanding the strategic differences between deadlines can help strengthen your application.

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  • Should I Go To Law School? What To Consider Before Applying

    Choosing to attend law school is a big decision, there are many factors that you should consider.

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  • What's the Deal with Online Law School?

    Consider the hallmarks, benefits, and downsides of online law schools.

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  • Law School Financial Aid and How It Works

    Understand the different forms of law school financial aid programs and how they work.

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  • Law School Admissions Trends Since the Pandemic

    While admissions trends vary widely from year to year, the pandemic had an unusually drastic impact.

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  • How to Study (and Not Study) for the LSAT

    The LSAT is a test of skills, not a test of knowledge. Build the right habits to keep your skills growing.

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  • Mastering the Law School Transfer Application

    Thinking of transferring law schools? While not easy, many do it successfully. Here are tips to keep in mind.

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  • Building a Target List of Law Schools

    How to build a balanced, effective list of target schools where you’ll have a realistic shot of admission.

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  • Everything Law Applicants Need to Know About Transcripts and Grades

    A comprehensive guide to understanding the role of transcripts in admissions.

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  • What Classes Should I Take in College to Prepare for Law School?

    Enroll in courses that provide useful preparation for and demonstrate your interest in law.

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  • How to Write a Resume for Law Applications

    The resume is crucial to your law school candidacy—it is worth investing time and effort.

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  • Should I Apply to Law School with an LSAT or GRE Score?

    Learn about the difference between the LSAT and GRE, and which I recommend for law admissions.

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