Reality Check Requested
I’ve been looking at law school for the past few years and feel pretty dead-set on wanting to become a lawyer. Like a lot of people here, I would be ecstatic if I could be admitted to a T14 school or another highly ranked law school.
The problem is my UGPA was a 2.93
Not proud of it, but I own it and wish I had realized my interests and realigned my values earlier. My undergrad was at West Point and though I’ve had a few professors and advisors tell me that the alumni network and reputation of the school will hold its weight, I just don’t believe it. That’s why I am asking for advice and requesting a reality check from all of you who have either worked in admissions committees or have gone through the process.
I’m currently a pilot and we’ve had a lot of cuts to flying positions. If there’s another cut and I’m on the block, I’d like to be in a good position to try and shift to becoming a JAG. Even if that doesn’t happen, I’d like to apply to law school when my service obligation ends. Whatever advice and lessons learned you all are willing to share would be sincerely appreciated.