Your One-Stop Guide to Law School Admissions

Welcome to the Advice Hub: the best law admissions advice from the Top Law Coach, all in one place. Explore specific topics, browse featured guides,. or search by keyword below.

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Preparing to Apply

What to consider before applying, plus how to build relevant skills through courses and extracurriculars.

Application Materials

What admissions officers look for in a personal statement, resume, essay, diversity statement, and addendum.

Choosing Target Schools

How to research law schools and decide where to apply, including a list of Top Law Coach school profiles.

Master the LSAT

Evidence-driven approaches to study plans, time-saving tactics, test anxiety, and achieving your target score.

Admissions Process

Learn more about rolling admission, early decision, transcripts and grades, financial aid, and scholarships.

Student Experience

Insights on being a law student, including tips to survive and thrive during your first year.

Browse Featured Guides

Complete Guide to Law School Application Deadlines

Understanding the strategic differences between deadlines can help strengthen your application.

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Should I Go To Law School? What To Consider Before Applying

Choosing to attend law school is a big decision, there are many factors that you should consider.

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What's the Deal with Online Law School?

Consider the hallmarks, benefits, and downsides of online law schools.

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Law School Financial Aid and How It Works

Understand the different forms of law school financial aid programs and how they work.

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Law School Admissions Trends Since the Pandemic

While admissions trends vary widely from year to year, the pandemic had an unusually drastic impact.

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How to Study (and Not Study) for the LSAT

The LSAT is a test of skills, not a test of knowledge. Build the right habits to keep your skills growing.

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Mastering the Law School Transfer Application

Thinking of transferring law schools? While not easy, many do it successfully. Here are tips to keep in mind.

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Building a Target List of Law Schools

How to build a balanced, effective list of target schools where you’ll have a realistic shot of admission.

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Everything Law Applicants Need to Know About Transcripts and Grades

A comprehensive guide to understanding the role of transcripts in admissions.

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What Classes Should I Take in College to Prepare for Law School?

Enroll in courses that provide useful preparation for and demonstrate your interest in law.

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How to Write a Resume for Law Applications

The resume is crucial to your law school candidacy—it is worth investing time and effort.

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Should I Apply to Law School with an LSAT or GRE Score?

Learn about the difference between the LSAT and GRE, and which I recommend for law admissions.

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