Law School Calculator

Step-by-Step Guide to Using the Law School Success Calculator

This guide will help you navigate the Law School Success Calculator, ensuring that you can input your information correctly and interpret the results for making informed decisions about your law school journey.

Step 1: Input Your LSAT Score

• Locate the field labeled LSAT Score.
• Enter your LSAT score within the range of 120 to 180. Ensure you input a whole number, as the score increment is by 1.
• This field is required, so be certain to fill it in before proceeding.

Step 2: Enter Your Undergraduate GPA

• Find the field for Undergraduate GPA.
• Input your GPA, making sure it’s a decimal number between 0.0 and 4.0, with increments possible by 0.01.
• This entry is mandatory to receive an accurate calculation result.

Step 3: Select Your Target Law School Tier

• Look for the dropdown labeled Target Law School Tier.
• Choose from the available options:
  • T14 (Top 14 Schools)
  • T25 (Top 15-25 Schools)
  • T50 (Top 26-50 Schools)
  • T100 (Top 51-100 Schools)
• This field is also required to determine your potential in relation to your school of choice.

Step 4: Input Your Years of Work Experience

• Locate the field for Years of Work Experience.
• Enter your work experience in whole years, ranging from 0 to 50.
• This information is required to factor into your overall competitiveness.

Step 5: Indicate Your Level of Extracurricular Activity

• Find the dropdown for Extracurricular Activity Level.
• Select the level that best describes your involvement:
  • Minimal involvement
  • Moderate involvement
  • Leadership positions
  • Exceptional achievements
• This selection is essential for determining your extracurricular impact on your overall score.

Step 6: Review and Interpret the Results

• Once all fields are completed, review the calculated result fields:
• Admission Index Score: This number, rounded to two decimal places, assesses your academic capability based on your LSAT and GPA scores.
• Admission Probability: Presented as a percentage, it estimates your likelihood of gaining admission to your target law school, factoring in all the provided inputs.
• Scholarship Potential: Displayed as a dollar amount, this indicates potential scholarship offers based on your profile.
• Overall Competitive Score: Expressed in points, this score evaluates your competitiveness in the law school admission process.

By following these steps, you can effectively use the Law School Success Calculator to gain valuable insights into your law school application strategy.