S5E4: Navigating Law School Decisions: Waitlists, Scholarships, and the Final Choice
MAY 22, 202516 MIN
S5E4: Navigating Law School Decisions: Waitlists, Scholarships, and the Final Choice
MAY 22, 202516 MIN
Description
<p>This episode dives into the emotional and strategic challenges of law school admissions—navigating <strong>waitlists, scholarship negotiations, and making the final choice.</strong></p><p>Shana and Trudel break down why the waitlist process feels like modern dating—schools won’t commit, but they won’t rule you out either. The conversation covers: ✔️ <strong>The shifting power of scholarship negotiations</strong> based on your acceptance status. ✔️ <strong>Letters of Continued Interest</strong>—how to craft them strategically. ✔️ <strong>Beyond tuition</strong>—cost of living, hidden expenses, and financial aid considerations. ✔️ <strong>Making your best law school choice</strong> by leveraging professor Q&A, admitted students' days, and alumni insights.</p><p>With humor, candid insights, and personal anecdotes—including a well-loved Yale mug—this episode delivers practical advice for applicants still <strong>waiting on decisions or weighing scholarship offers.</strong></p><p>💡 <strong>Enroll in LSAT Boss classes for the anything-but-average student!</strong> 🚀 <strong>Get $100 off a live LSAT BOSS class with code MAYBOSS100</strong></p><p>Special thanks to: <strong>Podcast Doctors</strong> for expert editing , and <strong>Taha Ahmed</strong> for the upbeat music </p><p>🎙️ <strong>Hosts:</strong> <strong>Shana Ginsburg</strong> - Founder of Ginsburg Advanced , and <strong>Trudel Pare - </strong>Yale Law Class of 2025</p>