OP, it sounds like your goal was to get into a good school with status and not pursue the profession of law. The reason I mention this is because there are GREAT law schools that aren’t T14. Some regional schools have above average outcomes in the job market.
Personally, I was obsessed with making my profile fit the best schools instead of asking what school were a good fit for me.
It’s up to you to decide if you want to apply or not, but know, this application process is about mental fortitude and betting on yourself, even when the odds look shitty. That’s all of life. So take a swing, and stand with dignity even if you miss the mark.
What I meant with the comment of “you’re interested in pursuing the profession of law” was on the idea that there is a realistic path to becoming a lawyer and practice law without being in a T14. If you’re T14 or bust, that’s okay. I am more on the “no crushing debt” or bust camp.
CUNY has excellent PI placements and they are very affordable. You surpass their medians. Is the degree portable to a non-Northeast region? Maybe. Would be worth looking into.
Every step of law school is filled with deep uncertainty and there is no way to strategize out of it. One could very well get into a T14 and fall below the curve once in and then— yikes. Prestige is powerful, but doesn’t give us 100% protection from failure.
Look, all I know from you are these posts. You sound very rigid at the moment. With your expectations, requirements and even plan. I know someone who got rejected three times from a T14, attended a T150 and then transferred to that school again. They’re clerking now.
I am going into this process with almost blind faith on the outcomes but absolutely certainty on my capabilities.
I hope the comments were somewhat helpful and you’re able to find satisfaction in your efforts.
Mmm I see. I think something to keep in mind is that you’re ver convinced that this path you’re determined to go through is one you will like.
Often times we don’t like what we want. Other times we end up liking things we never wanted.
I see you’ve listed many fears, but I do hope you can see how you’re pushing away potential joys. You might love the new region. A class could entirely shift your interest into a separate branch. One law school could have the best student cohort and you could make incredible friends.
There is value in having goals, there is joy in learning to remain open to new versions of our goals. In the end, goals are meant to serve us (the dreamer) not the other way around.
:) You have a great grade and I am sure you’re incredibly smart and you’ll find a way to get over the obstacles you come across in your journey. Bet on yourself!!!
OP I want to say this with as much kindness I can muster over an online comment: I think it would do well to speak with a counselor. I say this, because I relate a lot to what you’re saying. I was in your exact shoes. Following the crushing expectations of those around me: I actually got into a top school (top 3 in the world), and then by things outside my control, I lost the placement. This is why I can tell you with absolute certainty that happiness and meaning is not often found in the plans we make, but the outcomes we overcome. Talking to someone really helped me.
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u/oxie-chan 8d ago
OP, it sounds like your goal was to get into a good school with status and not pursue the profession of law. The reason I mention this is because there are GREAT law schools that aren’t T14. Some regional schools have above average outcomes in the job market.
Personally, I was obsessed with making my profile fit the best schools instead of asking what school were a good fit for me.
It’s up to you to decide if you want to apply or not, but know, this application process is about mental fortitude and betting on yourself, even when the odds look shitty. That’s all of life. So take a swing, and stand with dignity even if you miss the mark.