Law School - William and Mary or Wake Forest?

<p>Hello,</p>

<pre><code> I'm graduating from Furman University soon (actually, tomorrow), and am trying to decide, by May 7th, between two offers for law school: William and Mary or Wake Forest. I'm not sure what law programs I'd like to get into exactly (I'd like to keep my options open), so what I'm really looking for is a strong education that can be applied in a lot of different potential areas. Name recognition of the school, not just in North Carolina or Virginia, is also important to me.
The financial aid packages that have been offered are somewhat comparable (Wake Forest would be cheaper by about $4,000 or $5,000, which is close enough for me to leave it up for debate), but affordability is not my highest priority for law school. What I really want is a fantastic, prestigious legal education and preparation for the "real world." Is there one that has better networking opportunities, generally? Would you say that one is a more "regional" school? I'm also thinking about study abroad opportunities--it seems like Wake is stronger in that category with trips to D.C., London, Venice and Vienna (whereas W&M has a trip to Madrid and then affiliate programs). I also heard complaints about Wake Forest facilities. If you could, I'd really also like to know about the quality of the professors, how down-to-earth or student-friendly they are, etc. Also, I'd like a non-competitive atmosphere, where we work together rather than against each other.
I know this is a lot, but what would you all advise? I'm honestly leaning towards W&M at this time, but I just want to make the right decision. Thanks!
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<p>p.s. I didn't mention this, and it may not be important, but I'm also waiting to hear back from Emory and UNC Chapel Hill, both of which have also waitlisted me.</p>

<p>I suggest posting your question in the CC Law School forum. There are several experienced lawyers who post there, as well as a number of law students. Many of the people who have the information you’re looking for probably don’t read this particular forum.</p>

<p>Have you looked at toplawschoolsDOTcom? You’ll find quite a bit of worthwhile info there, too. Congrats on your graduation today!</p>

<p>Two great schools. W&M has a more national reputation but you cant go wrong with either one.</p>