The Insights You Need to Begin Your Law School Journey
Are you interested in law school or a career in law but not sure where to begin? Admission Unmasked will provide the insights you need to strategically and effectively navigate the law school admission process. You’ll gain an understanding of the important application components, how you can better position yourself as an applicant, and how to make more informed choices about where to apply, along with what a law degree could mean for your career. You will also have a chance to learn how to write an effective personal statement that you can use in your applications. Admission Unmasked will leave you excited and confident to begin your journey.
Who should attend: Anyone interested in law school or the legal profession.
Admission Unmasked is free to all LSAC LawHub® members.
Admission Unmasked Program Schedule
Week 1, June 20 through June 24: Welcome to Admission Unmasked!
Live Event: Becoming Part of the Legal Community
Tuesday, June 21, 2022
2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. ET
The day you start law school is the day you become a member of the legal community. Hear from a panel of students and recent law school graduates about their experiences with joining the legal community and finding their professional paths. In addition, student support personnel will add their perspectives on how students can best integrate themselves into the law school and legal communities.
Live Event: Mock Class #1
Tuesday, June 21, 2022
8 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. ET
An immersive, simulated law school experience with current law students followed by a recap from the professor and a focused, interactive Q&A session.
Live Event: Preparing for the LSAT®
Wednesday, June 22, 2022
2 p.m. to 3 p.m. ET
Join test experts to gain insight into the LSAT and get advice on how to best prepare for test day. For some, retaking the LSAT may be on your mind. We will provide guidance to help you decide if retaking the test should be your next step and, if so, how you can develop new strategies and gain confidence to achieve test-day success.
Related Learning:
- What is the LSAT and LSAT Writing? (video)
- Timing the LSAT (video)
Live Event: Foundations for Prelaw Students
Thursday, June 23, 2022
2 p.m. to 3 p.m. ET
We will discuss why being a successful lawyer requires much more than just the traditional “legal skills” associated with law school and the legal profession. Using the “Foundations for Practice” research from the Institute for the Advancement of the American Legal System, legal education experts will help you realize how much of what you bring to the table will lead you to becoming a great lawyer. By identifying your foundation, you will be able to embrace past experiences and see how they apply to your professional development.
Live Event: The Structure of Law School
Friday, June 24, 2022
2 p.m. to 3 p.m. ET
Law school moves at an intense and challenging pace. Join us to familiarize yourself with the structure of law school and what is expected at each stage of the program. You’ll learn about the core first-year subjects, why they are taught, and how these courses fit with the rest of the law school curriculum. You’ll also become acquainted with the part-time student experience, the law school curve, and how to best approach your own law school journey.
Week 2, June 27 through July 1: Where Should I Apply?
Live Event: LSAC Fee Waiver Program
Monday, June 27, 2022
2 p.m. to 3 p.m. ET
At LSAC, part of our mission is to reduce barriers for law school applicants and increase equity and access to legal education. Our fee waiver program assists those who are financially under-resourced in prepping for the LSAT, taking the LSAT, and applying to law school. Our team will provide a thorough explanation of the program, benefits, eligibility, and how to apply.
Live Event: Dissecting Sample Admission Packages
Wednesday, June 29, 2022
2 p.m. to 3 p.m. ET
This event will feature a discussion among the three law school admission deans who participated in the simulated admission committee meetings. They will discuss highlights from the simulations and help you see more clearly how to build strong applications that impress admission committees.
Related Learning:
- Simulated Admission Committee Meetings (video)
Live Event: Applying and Choosing a Law School
Friday, July 1, 2022
2 p.m. to 3 p.m. ET
LSAC experts will answer questions about the factors you should consider when deciding whether and where to go to law school. We will talk through this decision-making process and highlight how data can help you make a more informed decision.
Related Learning:
- Thinking Like a Lawyer About Where You Apply to Law School (video)
- LST Tools Overview (video)
Week 3, July 11 through July 15: Components of a Law School Application
Live Event: The Credential Assembly Service (CAS) - Your Questions Answered
Tuesday, July 12, 2022
2 p.m. to 3 p.m. ET
LSAC’s Credential Assembly Service, also known as CAS, simplifies the law school application process for you and for law schools. When you’re ready to apply, you will be able to access applications from all ABA-approved law schools and use CAS to compile the required documents for each of your law school applications.
Live Event: Timing Your Application
Wednesday, July 13, 2022
2 p.m. to 3 p.m. ET
We will discuss the optimal timing for gathering your law school application components and submitting your application. We will also discuss the timeline for what happens next: when to expect an admission decision, when to accept an enrollment offer, and when law school actually starts.
Related Learning:
- Application Components (videos)
- How Do I Apply? (video)
- Application Timeline (video)
Live Event: Letters of Recommendation – Countdown from Worst to Best
Thursday, July 14, 2022
2 p.m. to 3 p.m. ET
You will hear from admission deans about the best and worst letters of recommendation they've ever received and how it helped or hurt the enrollment chances of the students who requested them.
Related Learning:
- Recommenders: Who Should I Ask? When Should I Ask Them? (video)
Week 4, July 18 through July 22: Writing Effective Essay Statements
Live Event: Writing the Personal Statement
Monday, July 18, 2022
2 p.m to 3:30 p.m. ET
Whether you’ve already started drafting your personal statement or just aren’t sure where to start, hear from a panel of law school admission deans who will provide their perspectives on the personal statement, why it is an important component of your application, and what the best practices are for writing an effective one.
Live Workshop: Writing Law School Essays
Monday, July 18, 2022
6 p.m to 7:30 p.m. ET
In this session, a writing expert will discuss tips and tricks for writing law school essays. You will hear about the importance of clear and concise writing, narrative style, and other components that will help your essays stand out from the rest.
Live Event: Writing the Diversity Statement
Wednesday, July 20, 2022
2 p.m to 3:30 p.m. ET
For many law schools, a diversity statement is a key component of the application. Whether you’ve already started drafting or simply aren’t sure where to start — or if you should even write this essay at all — a panel of law school admission deans will help you understand their perspectives on diversity statements, how they differ from the personal statement, and what an effective diversity statement should include.
Live Workshop: Writing Law School Essays
Wednesday, July 20, 2022
6 p.m to 7:30 p.m. ET
In this session, a writing expert will discuss tips and tricks for writing law school essays. You will hear about the importance of clear and concise writing, narrative style, and other components that will help your essays stand out from the rest.
Week 5, July 25 through July 29: Setting and Managing Expectations of Law School – You Belong Here!
Live Event: Prelaw Professionalism and Etiquette
Monday, July 25, 2022
2 p.m. to 3 p.m. ET
During the admission process, you’ll have many opportunities to leave a positive impression while interacting with law school representatives. During this event, experts will help you gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of what’s expected of law school applicants. From emails and phone calls to law school forums and campus visits, learn how you can put your best professional self forward as you begin your law school journey.
Live Event: Financing a Legal Education
Wednesday, July 27, 2022
2 p.m. to 3 p.m. ET
Law school is a major life commitment and a significant financial investment. We will discuss the various financial aid options that exist for students considering law school. From scholarships and grants to the federal student loan program, these options can help you pursue a legal education.
Live Event: Understanding Student Loan Repayment Options
Thursday, July 28, 2022
2 p.m. to 3 p.m. ET
As you think strategically about where to apply and how to finance your legal education, you will need to understand your current and future student loan commitments, the repayment options available to you, and implications for your personal and professional goals. In this session, we will help you get well-prepared for your future financial reality.
Live Event: Setting and Managing Expectations
Friday, July 29, 2022
2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. ET
The law school application process can feel overwhelming. Discover what challenges you may encounter on your journey, and learn how careful planning and a resilient mindset can help minimize stress and maximize success.
Related Learning:
- Law School Forums and Recruitment Fairs (video)
- Law School Admission Interview Questions (video)
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I enroll in Admission Unmasked?
It’s easy! Admission Unmasked is free to all LawHub members. Simply log into your LawHub account and you’ll see Admission Unmasked on the home dashboard. Click through to enroll. If you don’t have a LawHub account, you’ll want to create one to enroll and to access the free LSAT Prep content.
Do I need to attend all the live events?
No! We understand you have other commitments which may conflict with our program scheduling. We do encourage you to participate in as many of the live events as possible so you can benefit from the Q&A sessions. However, if you are unable to attend a live event, a recording of the session will be available.
Do I need to complete all the related learning activities?
Completing the related learning activities for each week is not required. However, if you invest a little bit of time completing the activities, we believe you’ll get the most out of Admission Unmasked and be better prepared to navigate the law school application process.
Are all of the events in Admission Unmasked live?
No. To address the needs of all our students and their busy schedules, Admission Unmasked combines live events and on-demand content, making it possible for everyone to learn and succeed.
Who will be presenting in the Admission Unmasked live events?
We’re excited that our program features experts from the legal profession, including deans, prelaw advisors, LSAC experts, and many more. You belong in the legal profession and we’re here to guide and support you every step of the way!
Support for Admission Unmasked
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