Cornell Law Over “T20”? UC Irvine Over Your Dream School? The Data Says YES (Ep. 37)
The LSAT Simplified: A Hey Future Lawyer Podcast · Hey Future Lawyer
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Show Notes
and only one test left—is a losing play. He breaks down LSAT “ranges” vs a single “score,” and why hitting the top of your range radically changes both admissions outcomes and scholarships.
We map law school decisions on a simple X-Y axis: job outcomes vs. total cost. Ben shows how late apps get worse on both, and why rankings (T20/T50) are a terrible proxy compared to ABA 509 employment data and real starting salaries.
Big picture: the law-school industrial complex is wobbling. With loan policy shifts and banks caring about ROI, many mid-tier schools will struggle, full-rides will tighten, and the minimum viable LSAT will creep up—making patience and a higher score the best financial move.
Ben walks through a real listener case study (151→159) and outlines the tradeoffs: rush a 159–162 now, or take months to reach 165–168+ and unlock better schools and far better aid. He also shares practical LOR tips—get them on file early, ask more people than you need, and don’t over-submit.
We close with what’s next: a free class on “How to Study Smart for the January LSAT (and beyond)” on Wednesday, Nov 19, plus a Black Friday promo preview. If you want big-law options or low-debt public-interest paths, the play is simple: wait, study right, and apply with your best LSAT.
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