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Weee're Baaack

So I realize the title of this post is a reference to a movie most of you have probably never seen (but is a classic). But I needed to acknowledge the fact that we did -- let's face it -- fall off the wagon last spring, and for that we apologize to those of you who have tuned in from time to time...

Posted to 203: An Admissions Blog (Weblog) by asha on 08-25-2008
The Billion-Minute Mile

Dear Asha, One of the things that is supposed to be great at YLS is the lack of traditional grades and class rankings. However, I've heard from students at other schools that getting an "H" [Honors] matters as much at Yale as getting an "A" at another school, and that therefore...

Posted to 203: An Admissions Blog (Weblog) by asha on 03-14-2008
The Y-Train is Still in the Station

Dear Asha, Is it too late to apply to Yale Law School? Will I still have a chance to get in if I apply now? C.J. Dear C.J., No, it is not too late to apply, and yes, you still have a chance. First, our application deadline isn't until February 15, so you still have plenty of time to put your application...

Posted to 203: An Admissions Blog (Weblog) by asha on 02-06-2008
The 250-Word Albatross

Dear Asha, I know the deadline to apply to YLS is approaching, but I can't seem to figure out what to write about for my 250-word essay. I'm not sure what the Admissions Committee is looking for. Help! S.B. Dear S.B., Sigh. The 250-word essay. I remember putting off my Yale Law School application...

Posted to 203: An Admissions Blog (Weblog) by asha on 01-23-2008
The 4-1-1 on Your G-P-A

Dear Asha, I took one year off after undergrad and I'm currently in grad school. Will my grades in grad school be weighted the same (or less or greater) than my undergraduate grades? J.J. Dear J.J., Apologies for the three-week hiatus from the blog: we've been busy in the Admissions Office processing...

Posted to 203: An Admissions Blog (Weblog) by asha on 01-03-2008
Reference This

Dear Asha: I have been out of school for several years and am concerned about my recommendations. While I will be able to secure a recommendation from my employer, I also have some recommendations from my undergraduate work filed with a credential service. Because these recommendations speak more to...

Posted to 203: An Admissions Blog (Weblog) by asha on 12-05-2007
It's a Small World

Dear Asha: Thanks for the opportunity to ask questions. I'm interested in studying International Law, and am excited about YLS's course offerings. I did have some questions, which I'm hoping you might help with. Does YLS allow its students to study abroad at foreign institutions as part of...

Posted to 203: An Admissions Blog (Weblog) by asha on 11-26-2007
The Secret

Dear Asha, I have heard that Yale does not have a traditional Admissions Committee, like at most schools. Can you please explain how the admissions process works? A.D. Dear A.D., Sure thing. Basically, at Yale, the entire permanent faculty -- over 60 people -- serve as the "Admissions Committee...

Posted to 203: An Admissions Blog (Weblog) by asha on 11-08-2007
To Complete, or Not to Complete

Dear Asha, I plan to submit my application within a few days. However, I am just beginning some exciting projects that may come to fruition in the next few months. Depending on the outcomes, I may want to provide additional information to the Admissions Committee. Once my complete application is submitted...

Posted to 203: An Admissions Blog (Weblog) by asha on 10-25-2007
The Scoop on Joint Degrees

Dear Asha, I'm interested in designing a joint JD/PhD program with Yale's Department of English. Can you tell me anything about whether Yale encourages individually designed programs? Does my unusual profile make me a more or less desirable candidate? Thanks, A.M. Dear A.M., I’ve received a number...

Posted to 203: An Admissions Blog (Weblog) by asha on 10-15-2007

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