217: Choosing a Law School (with Dr. Shirag Shemmassian)

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we're talking with Dr. Shirag Shemmassian -- a law school admissions expert who has been featured on The Washington Post, U.S. News & World Report, and NBC -- about the process of deciding which law schools to apply to, and choosing the one to attend.

In this episode we discuss:

• Dr. Shemmassian's background and his work in admissions counseling
• Factors to consider when choosing which schools to apply to
• How many schools should be on the average applicant's list?
• Going straight through to law school versus taking some time off
• What to think about when deciding which school to choose if you've gotten into a few places
• Presenting your story in terms of what's going to make you a great alumnus
• Financial aid and the importance of scholarships

Resources:

• Shemmassian Academic Consulting (https://www.shemmassianconsulting.com/)
• Law School Personal Statement: The Ultimate Guide (https://www.shemmassianconsulting.com/blog/law-school-personal-statement)
• The Ultimate Guide to Law School Admissions (https://www.shemmassianconsulting.com/blog/law-school-admissions)
• How to Write an Amazing Law School Diversity Statement (https://www.shemmassianconsulting.com/blog/diversity-statement-law-school)
• Podcast Episode 119: Navigating the Law School Application Process (with Admission Logic) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-119-navigating-law-school-application-process-admission-logic/)
• Law School Toolbox blog: Choosing the Best Location for Law School (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/choosing-the-best-location-for-law-school/)
• Law School Toolbox blog: Using ABA Employment Stats to Help You Choose a Law School (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/using-aba-employment-stats-to-help-you-choose-a-law-school/)
• Law School Toolbox blog: 6 Factors for Choosing the Right Law School (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/factors-for-choosing-the-right-law-school/)

Download the Transcript (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-217-choosing-a-law-school-with-dr-shirag-shemmassian/)

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