December LSAT too late for T14?

<p>Hey guys,</p>

<p>quick question. I'm shooting for a T14 school, preferably even a T5, but I'm concerned that taking the December LSAT will greatly lower my chances of admission.</p>

<p>I have a good GPA (3.8+) from a good school, but I'm worried that because I won't receive my LSAT score until late December that most of the spots at the top schools will be filled.</p>

<p>Like, if I score in the 169-172 range, which is what my practice tests are indicating, I might still have a decent shot at many of the lower T14 schools, but virtually no shot at schools like NYU, Columbia, and Chicago. BUT, if I get a lower 170s score and I apply in the next cycle, sometime in early September, my chances at these schools will dramatically improve (since more spots will be available).</p>

<p>So, any thoughts? Granted, this is all based on speculation...if I get a 175+ I'm definitely going to shoot apps to all the T14 schools, but if my score is in the 169-172 range, am I better off waiting till next year?</p>

<p>Anyway, thanks a lot everyone! Hope to get some insightful replies.</p>