What tends to be a strength of UCB students in the law school admissions process?
A weakness? EA: Letters of recommendation are often a challenge for students at large public institutions, simply because many students fail to get to know professors well. It’s important for students to realize that recommendations from GSIs carry as much weight as those from faculty. Those considering taking time off before law school should get their recommendations before they graduate. Cal students tend to be well-prepared for law school; they know that they are in charge of their own education, and they know how to be persistent. Sometimes students at smaller institutions expect to have their hands held in law school. Admissions professionals know that Cal is one of the best institutions in the world, and that Cal is not necessarily an easy place to pursue an undergraduate education. When we see that a Cal student has really taken advantage of all of the opportunities available here, we are impressed. CC: What can Cal students do to stand out in the admissions process? EA: There
