legal education
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Contrary to popular belief, a passion for political science isn’t a prerequisite for law school. Successful law school graduates come from diverse academic backgrounds.
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The Supreme Court’s recent decision to decline reviewing a challenge to a Virginia high school’s “race-neutral” admissions policy has reignited debates surrounding affirmative action, particularly in the wake of landmark rulings.
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ABSTRACT: This article provides an overview of the LSAT scoring system, detailing how raw scores are converted to scaled scores and percentiles. It delves into specifics of the perfect LSAT score, explaining the exam’s structure, scoring, and rarity of achieving a 180. Furthermore, it offers practical tips for LSAT preparation, emphasizing the importance of familiarizing…
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The article highlights the financial challenges Black law school students face, with statistics showing they incur significantly higher debt than white counterparts. The article aims to alleviate this burden by compiling scholarships, fellowships, and pipeline programs for Black students. These initiatives aim to address the disparities in higher education affordability for Black law students. ***…
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Some celebrities are known not just for their performances on screen but also for their scholarly achievements, including earning law degrees. While many pursued careers in entertainment instead of law, some celebrities still find ways to apply their legal knowledge. Here’s a look at some well-known figures who attended law school and diversified their career…
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Harvard Law School has announced an initiative that aims to alleviate the financial burden for some incoming law students. Starting this fall, students with the highest financial need will have the opportunity to attend the prestigious institution tuition-free, thanks to the newly launched Opportunity Fund. Traditionally, the cost of law school tuition has posed a…
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In the world of legal education, where myriad rankings vie for attention, Fortuna Admissions has introduced a pioneering initiative: the Fortuna Ranking of Law School Rankings. This comprehensive approach amalgamates the results of prominent rankings like U.S. News & World Report with three other esteemed assessments — Times Higher Education, QS Quacquarelli Symonds, and ShanghaiRanking…
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As the legal profession continues to evolve in the digital age, lawyers and law students are increasingly turning to online resources to enhance their knowledge, streamline their practice, and stay updated with industry trends. From comprehensive legal research tools to career advice platforms and innovative practice management solutions, the array of online resources available offers…
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A recent study conducted at the University of Minnesota has shed light on the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on law students’ performance in final exams, revealing both positive and negative outcomes. The research, led by Minnesota law professor Daniel Schwarcz and University of Southern California law professor Jonathan Choi, focused on 48 students enrolled…
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