The Best Law Schools' Admissions Secrets: The Essential Guide from Harvard's Former Admissions Dean

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Joyce Curll

The Best Law Schools' Admissions Secrets

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The Essential Guide from Harvard's Former Admissions Dean

Joyce Curll

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Sourcebooks, Inc
01 July 2008

Higher & further education, tertiary education; Study & learning skills: general; Advice on education

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Insider advice from the former Harvard Law Dean of Admissions.

The ULTIMATE Insider Information on How to STAND OUT and GET ADMITTED!

When trying to beat the tough law school competition, how do you know what will get you fast-tracked to the ""yes"" pile (or the dreaded ""no"" pile)?

No insider is better suited to set you on the right track than Joyce Putnam Curll, former Dean of Admissions for Harvard Law School. The Best Law Schools' Admissions Secrets is the ultimate collection of insider advice, direct from one of the country's toughest admissions boardrooms.

Joyce Putnam Curll gives you all the tips and techniques you need to stay ahead, including- Preparing your application What sets law schools apart Behind the scenes of the admissions process Taking the LSAT Handling the cost Planning your career And much more

No other law school admissions advice guide can claim this level of authority. The Best Law Schools' Admissions Secrets is sure to give you the edge you need to shine in the eyes of admissions boards everywhere."

By: Joyce Curll
Imprint: Sourcebooks, Inc
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 140mm, Spine: 38mm
Weight: 363g
ISBN: 9781402211829
ISBN 10: 1402211821
Pages: 272
Publication Date: 01 July 2008
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Acknowledgments Introduction Chapter One: Is Law School for You? Chapter Two: When Should You Go to Law School? Chapter Three: Preparing Your Case While You Are in College Chapter Four: Preparing Your Case: The College Graduate with Experience Chapter Five: The Law School Landscape Chapter Six: Ranking the Law Schools Chapter Seven: Deciding Where to Apply Chapter Eight: Behind the Scenes in the Admissions Office and the Admissions Committee Chapter Nine: The LSAT Chapter Ten: GPA and Academic Record Chapter Eleven: Letters of Recommendation Chapter Twelve: Extracurricular and Community Activities Chapter Thirteen: Work Experience Chapter Fourteen: Personal Statement Chapter Fifteen: Interviews Chapter Sixteen: Diversity and Affirmative Action Chapter Seventeen: After the Admissions Decision Chapter Eighteen: The Financial Picture Chapter Nineteen: Finding Your Match in the Legal Profession Epilogue Some Final Thoughts References Index

Joyce Putnam Curll served for 18 years as Dean of Admissions at Harvard Law School, where she evaluated more than 120,000 applicants for admission to the law school. She formerly worked at NYU Law School, as Director of Admissions for 16 years. She lives in Boston, Massachusetts.

Reviews for The Best Law Schools' Admissions Secrets: The Essential Guide from Harvard's Former Admissions Dean

When trying to beat law school competition, how do you know what to do go get in the 'yes' pile? Insider Joyce Curll, former Dean of Admissions for Harvard Law School, provides some of the secrets to getting in that pile; from preparing the application and understanding differing state laws to learning how the admissions process vrorks behind the scenes. No other law school guidebook offers this level of expertise and insider advice, making it a' must' for would-be law students and libraries catering to them. - Midwest Book Review