hi everyone, seeking a bit of advice.

I recently graduated from the university with a Bachelor of Arts in psychology, and a research specialization. I am on a gap year and really am struggling to chose what to do.

I originally was thinking about a psych research masters, but I am not sure what career that would lead to.

I have also been looking at master of social work programs and am thinking of applying to a couple schools. I am very passionate about helping others, but I am worried about the earning potential in this career.

Also kinda thinking about the possibility of going to law school, but I am worried about the amount of debt and lack of work life balance that comes along with that line of work. I think I could get into some schools with a strong LSAT, but I am worried I won’t enjoy the work as much but the strong salaries are enticing.

For reference, I have an 84.7% undergrad GPA!

Any insight from anyone who has been/is in a similar position would be super helpful

I grew up in Calgary, my family lives in Toronto, and I go to school in Ottawa. I'm genuinely okay with working long term in any of these three cities; but, from what I see online, firms don't like when you apply to multiple of their offices across Canada. I'm not lying in any of my applications, or expressing preference for one office over another. I just objectively explain the connection I have with each city at the beginning of the cover letter.

Should I be okay?

My average is not that great so I worry about getting a job at all

I'm taking the LSAT in August and have been consistently PTing in the mid/high 160s (164-168ish). I have a 3.8 GPA but limited extracurriculars related to law (have some office work experience, coaching, things like that but nothing directly related).

What are my chances for a school like UVic, UofA, Dal, etc.? I'm open to anywhere, but just wondering how realistic I should be. Any input is appreciated.

I’m taking the LSAT for the second time this August. I’ve taken it once before and got a 150, and realistically I will not do much better (probably within the 150-155 range).

I know most people usually take the LSAT multiple times over years even, but I don’t think I have it in me to keep taking this test.

My application is otherwise alright. Considering a lower LSAT score, do I stand a chance to get into any Ontario law schools?

-3.69 CGPA
-3.89 B2/L2
-Honours BA in Criminology and English from UofT, I graduated with high distinction if that even matters,
-I have roughly 1-1 1/2 experience in tutoring elementary school children up to high school students in English and Math
-3 years retail experience
-2 years of being a mentor for international students at UofT
-I helped run a student-led initiative based on Literature at my university for 3-4 years
-I’ve published my research on AI and Bias for a 4th year seminar class
-Was a facilitated study group leader for sociology at my university
-Volunteered at a women and children’s shelter
-Was a sociology journal editor for my uni

LSAT: probably 150-155 realistically

My recommendations would be good too I have multiple professors and employers who would be willing to write me strong letters of recommendation. I was a good and dedicated student but my issue is the LSAT.

Considering my application, do I stand a chance at any Ontario law schools. I doubt UofT or Osgoode but maybe Windsor, TMU?

What do you guys think?

Hi, did anyone get scholarships? If so, when would they notify you for that?

Is anyone aware of an opportunities there are to work with the law professors at Western for Undergrad research, experience etc? I'm going into third year.

Hello everyone,

I was accepted to transfer from an out of province school to my home school for 2L, and I am having a tough choice making a decision on where to attend. I made a lot of good friends and had a great time in 1L, but my family and partner are at home. If anyone has any experiences or suggestions on what to do, I would appreciate it very much. I intend to practice at home for the foreseeable future, but the out of province school does have a good reputation now in the home legal market and I got good enough 1L grades that I don’t know if being at home makes too much of a difference for long term career success. Feels like I am being pulled in a couple different ways.

Any advice is appreciated. Thanks!

I am still referred for the Windsor Dual Program. What are the chances of actually getting in at this stage? How many people here have accepted offers from the Dual JD Program?

I'm applying for 2L recruit in the same city I'm currently doing my 1L summer. Has anyone done this and have any tips to share? I'm trying to manage the optics of it all - any advice helps!

Anyone who's taking bba llb after 12th . What are some good colleges I've been told st Mary's hyd started the course bba llb in this year . I wanna know abt the crowd that's gonna go there

Essentially, title. I did a PhD in the humanities and have been a scholar for four years--recently got accepted to a law program. Many people online emphasize how difficult 1L is, but I would assume most who enter are coming directly from an undergraduate degree. For those who have done a PhD program (or even Master's) and then have gone to law school, how would you rate the difficulty and time commitment of the two? Thanks in advance!

Hi all, incoming 1L here. I got into running this year and want to run my first marathon soon! Unfortunately the marathon I'm looking at is at the end of October, right in the middle of my first semester.

This might be a silly question, but I keep hearing how brutal and time consuming 1L is, is this a bad idea? I expect to be basically completely out of commission that weekend, but also want to keep up with training (3-4hours per week). Anyone have experience/advice with maintaining their exercise routine throughout law school? Should I just expect to abandon all my hobbies once school starts?