How much does an undergrad school really count?

Graduate School Law School
1

<p>Ok, so I have read alot of these threads and it sounds like GPA and LSAT score are the most important factors in law admissions. So how much weight is put on which undergrad school you attended? For instance I will be going to a Mass state college, like UMASS or Salem State, these are not really considered great schools. But if I get a 4.0 and a 175 will I be considered at say Harvard?</p>

2

<p>bump.......</p>

3

<p>I think you have a solid chance with those stats. I think that the really prestigious schools just have very good pre-law advising and guidance.</p>

4

<p>thanks, I was hoping to hear that!</p>

5

<p>Yeah...now GO READ THAT LSAT PREP BOOK!</p>

<p>Edit: The majority of people at HLS and YLS are going to be from top schools. It's just a fact. However, there is always that somebody from Texas A&M, UF, etc.</p>

6

<p>I have read the book, and I have taken a couple of practice tests...the timed ones. I got a 164. I have a few years to get up my score, so I hope I can atleast get a 175. How much does taking the practice tests really help?</p>

7

<p>It helps A BUNCH! Everyone I know is doing that. A 164 aint bad for a guy entering college! You're gonna get that 175. I believe in you! :)</p>

8

<p>Since you are applying from a lower-ranked college, the adcom will, in my opinion, place even greater weight on your LSAT score and GPA. </p>

<p>Speaking of which, I should be practicing the LSAT.</p>

9

<p>I am from alabama and will be attending college out of state, but not an extremely prestiguous undergrad and I was wondering if the nature of the undergrad degree mattered for acceptance to law school... also, i would like to you know what you guys thought were some helpful undergrad degrees</p>