Can I still get into a decent law school?
So. It took me awhile to grow up in college and I didn't really become a serious student until my junior year (yeah.. i know. oops). Anyway, I had a 2.8 at the beginning of my junior year and since then have really excelled. I have since had a 3.4, 3.7, and 3.5 in subsequent semesters bringing my overall GPA to almost a 3.2. I know this isn't very high, but I also scored a 171 on my LSATs. I wish that I could go back and change my first two years of college, but I can't so here I am... I went to a fairly difficult school for undergrad (University of Michigan) and I really want to get into a good law school. Is it still possible for me to get into a place like NYU, Colombia or Boston University? If not, could you help me think of some well-known schools to apply at? oh and I double majored and have a minor as well.. (don't know if that makes a difference or not)
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I believe you will have a shot. Thanks Bill
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The only way you will know for sure is to try. I've seen people that were such poor students that they coppied off of me get into some fine grad schools. UM has a good engineering school & is well thought of in the science fields (I often recruited grads there), but I'm not knowledable about their other fields... though I've heard good things about their academics in general. I say play up your final 2 years to indicate how you've matured, & remember GPA is only part of what they look at. If possible, visit some of the universities you wish to apply to and speak to some grad students & some of the proffs. You may have a proff there at UM that can give you some good pointers or better yet, knows people at a school you wish to apply to.
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Saturday, December 28, 2013
Saturday, December 14, 2013
Unmarried Visa enquiry - what legal documents are there that can help to prove we've been living together?
Unmarried Visa enquiry - what legal documents are there that can help to prove we've been living together?
My girlfriend and I first met at the start of our college course last year in early September. She had already been here studying for two years and her current student visa (her 2nd one consecutively) runs out in October 2010 - our course ends in July 2010. After a month of dating I began to live with her. Soon after, I moved out of my current abode and in with her. The Landlord was private and we lived in her house. We have a contract with both our names on, but is this contract "official" enough to pass the test as it's not from an estate agent and there is no other record that I can think of? We have since moved on to a new address, again a private landlord. So by the end of next year we would have been living together for 2 years. We both intend to go to University in England, most likely London, obviously things would be a lot easier for both of us if she had an Unmarried Partner visa rather than yet another Student Visa. My current landlord has printed out a piece of paper stating that we live at the address and so if we both sign it, is that then a legally recognised document (good enough for the Home Office preferably) or is there another avenue we should take? The rent we pay is all inclusive so there are no Utilities to prove our residence here though the bank has my new address. The enquiry is with regard to applying for an Unmarried Visa and requirements are that I have been living with my partner together for at least two years and must be able to prove it. Our intention is to live in Colombia next year for around 6 months. What shall we do to prepare for providing evidence of this to add towards our application? Thanks for taking a look!
Immigration - 1 Answers
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The following is from common-law partners applying to immigrate to Canada - but I am sure this list is just as valid anywhere for proof. You just need to find out the details required for the country you are moving to. Columbia is a catholic country - they may not accept common-law couples. You are a common-law partner—either of the opposite sex or same sex—if: You have been living together in a conjugal relationship for at least one year in a continuous 12-month period that was not interrupted. (You are allowed short absences for business travel or family reasons, however.) You will need proof that you and your common-law partner have combined your affairs and set up a household together. This can be in the form of: joint bank accounts or credit cards joint ownership of a home joint residential leases joint rental receipts joint utilities (electricity, gas, telephone) joint management of household expenses proof of joint purchases, especially for household items or mail addressed to either person or both people at the same address.
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My girlfriend and I first met at the start of our college course last year in early September. She had already been here studying for two years and her current student visa (her 2nd one consecutively) runs out in October 2010 - our course ends in July 2010. After a month of dating I began to live with her. Soon after, I moved out of my current abode and in with her. The Landlord was private and we lived in her house. We have a contract with both our names on, but is this contract "official" enough to pass the test as it's not from an estate agent and there is no other record that I can think of? We have since moved on to a new address, again a private landlord. So by the end of next year we would have been living together for 2 years. We both intend to go to University in England, most likely London, obviously things would be a lot easier for both of us if she had an Unmarried Partner visa rather than yet another Student Visa. My current landlord has printed out a piece of paper stating that we live at the address and so if we both sign it, is that then a legally recognised document (good enough for the Home Office preferably) or is there another avenue we should take? The rent we pay is all inclusive so there are no Utilities to prove our residence here though the bank has my new address. The enquiry is with regard to applying for an Unmarried Visa and requirements are that I have been living with my partner together for at least two years and must be able to prove it. Our intention is to live in Colombia next year for around 6 months. What shall we do to prepare for providing evidence of this to add towards our application? Thanks for taking a look!
Immigration - 1 Answers
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The following is from common-law partners applying to immigrate to Canada - but I am sure this list is just as valid anywhere for proof. You just need to find out the details required for the country you are moving to. Columbia is a catholic country - they may not accept common-law couples. You are a common-law partner—either of the opposite sex or same sex—if: You have been living together in a conjugal relationship for at least one year in a continuous 12-month period that was not interrupted. (You are allowed short absences for business travel or family reasons, however.) You will need proof that you and your common-law partner have combined your affairs and set up a household together. This can be in the form of: joint bank accounts or credit cards joint ownership of a home joint residential leases joint rental receipts joint utilities (electricity, gas, telephone) joint management of household expenses proof of joint purchases, especially for household items or mail addressed to either person or both people at the same address.
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Saturday, December 7, 2013
What are my chances of being admitted to Columbia University?
What are my chances of being admitted to Columbia University?
So I live and was born in Colombia, South America. I've always wanted to go to Columbia. I'm a senior in my school. I want to know what my real chances are. I got a letter inviting me to apply to Columbia, and I was so excited. My SAT scores have been: 690 CR 620 Math SAT II: Spanish: 800 Math: 610. I am one of the top five students in my class. I took IBT TOEFL and got 116 out of 120. I'm student council vice president. I'm into Model UN, I've been awarded several times as a delegate, I have been secretary general and chair. I write for my school newspaper. I have been class president twice. I speak French fluently and English very fluently and Spanish is my native tongue. I used to do community service, and even helped found a social awareness club in my school. I've been invited to woman empowerment forums where I've written awarded essays. I know my test scores are underneath what they usually take in. But I believe I have good extracurricular activities. What do you think? Also I work as a summer camp counselor in the US. And I sent a very good recommendation letter from the camp director.
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i think you might have a chance! good luck!
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Sunday, December 1, 2013
Will I lose my mind?, I feel my mind racing. Help please!?
Will I lose my mind?, I feel my mind racing. Help please!?
I feel that my mind is racing most of the time, there are so many things in my mind that I feel like I am going to lose it. I have problems sleeping and I have been overeating. I am going to write a short list. I need help, please. -I am incredibly worried about my future. I will graduate in September 2010 and I've had so many plans my entire like and I feel like I won't be able to fulfill them. My dream has been to always do my master's abroad as soon as I graduate. I was sure it was going to be a piece of cake to find a scholarship and it is very complicated and there is no way I fill be able to afford it. -In order to achieve the previous point I have devoted myself to be a great student, my GPA is 4.3/5.0, but I don't have much of a life besides studying. Most of the time I am wondering if I am not wasting my youth, I am 21. -I will attend the University of Oklahoma as an exchange student next semester and I am not 100% sure that I made the right. I am afraid all of it will end up being a nightmare and a mistake. My parents will do a huge effort to send me there and I don't want to be wrong. -The Killers are FINALLY coming to my hometown, Bogota, Colombia on November 15th, but I won't be here. I need help please, I feel like I am going to have a nervous breakdown. I feel like I don't have anyone I can talk to because no one has been taking me seriously lately. Thanks1
Mental Health - 2 Answers
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OK the answer is you are making yourself crazy with this problem. You need to let it go for your own sake and seek medical help as soon as possible.
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Well it sounds like you are having exactly the same sorts of problems I was having a couple of years ago. Basically racing thoughts, anxiety, repetitive thoughts, overeating, difficulties getting to sleep on time. A Chinese traditional medical doctor was able to help me out. I had to do an eye rotation exercise, ensure that I was getting to bed on time (so I could get to sleep by 11pm at latest), and taking an herbal medicine called Gui Pi Wan. His simple explanation to me was that thinking in a driven manner taxes the body just like excessive anger. In this case, when the system that regulates stress from thinking too much gets over taxed you start suffering from excessive anxiety and over eating. Another supporting piece of evidence was that my tongue had some ridges/scalloping around its edge from being slightly swollen. The eye exercise was rotate the eyes 20 times clockwise, then 20 times counter clockwise. Keep the head stationary. Afterwards straighten your neck and tuck your chin in and look straight ahead. The Chinese herbal medicine I took was called Gui Pi Wan. Its fairly cheap, the brand does not seem to matter, and you can buy it online. I was supposed to take around 12 of the small pills in the morning (at least a half hour before eating) and 12 in the evening (before going to sleep) with warm water. You can also massage the inside of your shins from the ankle to the knees. This helps with the condition over time. In my case the massage was pretty uncomfortable at the start. I was supposed to be disciplined and be asleep by 11 pm at latest. I was supposed to avoid sleep during the day if possible (15 min naps were Ok). Also, don't eat sweet fatty foods or sugary foods in general. I tended to crave them when I had the condition, and it actually exacerbates it. Even diet colas were bad since its the sweetness that exacerbates the condition. It would probably be best if you actually got diagnosed by a TCM practitioner before taking he herbs. In Chinese medical terms I was treated for "Spleen dampness caused by over thinking". Another alternative (not as effective) is to eat Lychee fruit when you want anything sweet. It is one of the main ingredients in Gui Pi Wan and even though its sweet, it helps with the condition (I don't know why). I started feeling better after around a week and was pretty much ok after a month. If you would rather work with western medicine you could go to your student health center and they might be able to get you a sleep aid or anti-anxiety medication.
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I feel that my mind is racing most of the time, there are so many things in my mind that I feel like I am going to lose it. I have problems sleeping and I have been overeating. I am going to write a short list. I need help, please. -I am incredibly worried about my future. I will graduate in September 2010 and I've had so many plans my entire like and I feel like I won't be able to fulfill them. My dream has been to always do my master's abroad as soon as I graduate. I was sure it was going to be a piece of cake to find a scholarship and it is very complicated and there is no way I fill be able to afford it. -In order to achieve the previous point I have devoted myself to be a great student, my GPA is 4.3/5.0, but I don't have much of a life besides studying. Most of the time I am wondering if I am not wasting my youth, I am 21. -I will attend the University of Oklahoma as an exchange student next semester and I am not 100% sure that I made the right. I am afraid all of it will end up being a nightmare and a mistake. My parents will do a huge effort to send me there and I don't want to be wrong. -The Killers are FINALLY coming to my hometown, Bogota, Colombia on November 15th, but I won't be here. I need help please, I feel like I am going to have a nervous breakdown. I feel like I don't have anyone I can talk to because no one has been taking me seriously lately. Thanks1
Mental Health - 2 Answers
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OK the answer is you are making yourself crazy with this problem. You need to let it go for your own sake and seek medical help as soon as possible.
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Well it sounds like you are having exactly the same sorts of problems I was having a couple of years ago. Basically racing thoughts, anxiety, repetitive thoughts, overeating, difficulties getting to sleep on time. A Chinese traditional medical doctor was able to help me out. I had to do an eye rotation exercise, ensure that I was getting to bed on time (so I could get to sleep by 11pm at latest), and taking an herbal medicine called Gui Pi Wan. His simple explanation to me was that thinking in a driven manner taxes the body just like excessive anger. In this case, when the system that regulates stress from thinking too much gets over taxed you start suffering from excessive anxiety and over eating. Another supporting piece of evidence was that my tongue had some ridges/scalloping around its edge from being slightly swollen. The eye exercise was rotate the eyes 20 times clockwise, then 20 times counter clockwise. Keep the head stationary. Afterwards straighten your neck and tuck your chin in and look straight ahead. The Chinese herbal medicine I took was called Gui Pi Wan. Its fairly cheap, the brand does not seem to matter, and you can buy it online. I was supposed to take around 12 of the small pills in the morning (at least a half hour before eating) and 12 in the evening (before going to sleep) with warm water. You can also massage the inside of your shins from the ankle to the knees. This helps with the condition over time. In my case the massage was pretty uncomfortable at the start. I was supposed to be disciplined and be asleep by 11 pm at latest. I was supposed to avoid sleep during the day if possible (15 min naps were Ok). Also, don't eat sweet fatty foods or sugary foods in general. I tended to crave them when I had the condition, and it actually exacerbates it. Even diet colas were bad since its the sweetness that exacerbates the condition. It would probably be best if you actually got diagnosed by a TCM practitioner before taking he herbs. In Chinese medical terms I was treated for "Spleen dampness caused by over thinking". Another alternative (not as effective) is to eat Lychee fruit when you want anything sweet. It is one of the main ingredients in Gui Pi Wan and even though its sweet, it helps with the condition (I don't know why). I started feeling better after around a week and was pretty much ok after a month. If you would rather work with western medicine you could go to your student health center and they might be able to get you a sleep aid or anti-anxiety medication.
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Thursday, November 28, 2013
Studying In The States.?
Studying In The States.?
I was wondering, being a UK student, what qualifications do I need, to be able to study at a US university? I am currently in my first year of doing A-Levels, do US universities accept this qualification? I have been researching and the only thing I was able to find is that I need to take the SATs. I may possibly need to take the TOEFL but as I have been undertaking atleast 3years of an English education I may not need this, also it is my native language. Also, I was wondering roughly how much per year does tuition cost: both public and private? I understand it varies depending on which university I intend to go to but some of the ones which I have been looking at are, to persue a undergraduate course in Legal Studies: Boston University Baldwin Wallace College NYU Colombia Law School Bates College Maine University UMass Amherst Yes, I also understand that studying abroad can be expensive and so forth as the majority of the US universities don't offer any financial aid programs or loans to International students. I would like to study in the eastern part of USA, any other suggestions on universities will be much appreciated :) Thankyou for any replies in advance :)
Studying Abroad - 1 Answers
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You need to check the particular websites of the universities. Different universities have different norms.
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I was wondering, being a UK student, what qualifications do I need, to be able to study at a US university? I am currently in my first year of doing A-Levels, do US universities accept this qualification? I have been researching and the only thing I was able to find is that I need to take the SATs. I may possibly need to take the TOEFL but as I have been undertaking atleast 3years of an English education I may not need this, also it is my native language. Also, I was wondering roughly how much per year does tuition cost: both public and private? I understand it varies depending on which university I intend to go to but some of the ones which I have been looking at are, to persue a undergraduate course in Legal Studies: Boston University Baldwin Wallace College NYU Colombia Law School Bates College Maine University UMass Amherst Yes, I also understand that studying abroad can be expensive and so forth as the majority of the US universities don't offer any financial aid programs or loans to International students. I would like to study in the eastern part of USA, any other suggestions on universities will be much appreciated :) Thankyou for any replies in advance :)
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You need to check the particular websites of the universities. Different universities have different norms.
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Thursday, November 14, 2013
For experts in UK immigration experts?
For experts in UK immigration experts?
Hello, and I've reached the age where college is now in my sights, and I have a few questions regarding immigration. I would highly like to attend business school in the UK as an undergrad. I am an American citizen (Naturalized, born in Colombia). I was wondering how I could obtain a visa and then permanent residency, as I hope to live and work in the UK. With a Student visa, could I legally work (Which is obviously essential in college)? If the answer to the previous question is no, how could I get legal work, can I get another visa on top of a student one at the same time? How long is the "visa term"? Is it easy to renew a visa? How do I become a resident, and then citizen? -Please don't bother with things like "Why leave the greatest country ever?" or "Why not study in the US", which I've been told on more than one occasion. I've already made my mind. -First answer that clearly answers my question wins. Thanks.
Immigration - 2 Answers
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Wowww. Even British people can't get their hands on education in the UK as all vacancies have been taken by the infestation of Muslims which have come from Pakistan. And if you want to go Uni, the gov have just changed fee's to £9000 A YEAR.
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You need a Tier 4 (general student) immigration application. A Tier 4 visa allows you to attend university and work up to 20 hours per week in the UK. Entering the UK under this type of visa does not, however, grant you any rights to residence there. You have to renew your visa annually since Tier 4 usually allows you no more than 12 months at a time. In order to stay in the UK after finishing your studies you have to apply for Tier 1 visa (post-study worker). If your application is successful you will be allowed to look for work during the time you are involved in post-graduate activities such as working on your thesis. Tier 1 allows you to legally remain in the UK for two more years. Eventually, if things go to plan you will receive a job offer and obtain a work permit. From this point on the clock begins ticking towards receiving Indefinite Leave to Remain (IRL), which is basically permanent residency. ILR does not bestow citizenship but lets you live and work in the UK without a further time limit on your stay. ILR is granted only after you reside in the UK for five years (time spent at university and post-study does NOT count). One year after receiving ILR you can apply for naturalisation as a British citizen. So, it's a long and difficult process to attain British citizenship if you are not from Europe and don't have any family ties to the UK.
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Hello, and I've reached the age where college is now in my sights, and I have a few questions regarding immigration. I would highly like to attend business school in the UK as an undergrad. I am an American citizen (Naturalized, born in Colombia). I was wondering how I could obtain a visa and then permanent residency, as I hope to live and work in the UK. With a Student visa, could I legally work (Which is obviously essential in college)? If the answer to the previous question is no, how could I get legal work, can I get another visa on top of a student one at the same time? How long is the "visa term"? Is it easy to renew a visa? How do I become a resident, and then citizen? -Please don't bother with things like "Why leave the greatest country ever?" or "Why not study in the US", which I've been told on more than one occasion. I've already made my mind. -First answer that clearly answers my question wins. Thanks.
Immigration - 2 Answers
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Wowww. Even British people can't get their hands on education in the UK as all vacancies have been taken by the infestation of Muslims which have come from Pakistan. And if you want to go Uni, the gov have just changed fee's to £9000 A YEAR.
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You need a Tier 4 (general student) immigration application. A Tier 4 visa allows you to attend university and work up to 20 hours per week in the UK. Entering the UK under this type of visa does not, however, grant you any rights to residence there. You have to renew your visa annually since Tier 4 usually allows you no more than 12 months at a time. In order to stay in the UK after finishing your studies you have to apply for Tier 1 visa (post-study worker). If your application is successful you will be allowed to look for work during the time you are involved in post-graduate activities such as working on your thesis. Tier 1 allows you to legally remain in the UK for two more years. Eventually, if things go to plan you will receive a job offer and obtain a work permit. From this point on the clock begins ticking towards receiving Indefinite Leave to Remain (IRL), which is basically permanent residency. ILR does not bestow citizenship but lets you live and work in the UK without a further time limit on your stay. ILR is granted only after you reside in the UK for five years (time spent at university and post-study does NOT count). One year after receiving ILR you can apply for naturalisation as a British citizen. So, it's a long and difficult process to attain British citizenship if you are not from Europe and don't have any family ties to the UK.
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Thursday, November 7, 2013
Boarding Schools in USA?
Boarding Schools in USA?
Hi, I would like to know which are the probabilities of me going to a boarding school in the united states. I'm from colombia and am currently going to start 8th grade in a private school. I will really like to go to a boarding school like hotchkiss, deerfield, choate, exeter or andover, but i've been told they are really hard to get in. i'm a straight A student and part of national junior honor society and i speak fluent english (and spanish, obviously), but i really don't know how accepting these schools can be. I've reaserched i need to to take the SSAT and get a good grade, but how many international students do these schools choose? thanks best answer gets 10 points:)
Primary & Secondary Education - 3 Answers
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i am trying out for exeter too for next year. Honestly its not that hard to get into if your a good student. You will probably have favor because you are from Columbia. SO just make sure you do amazing on your SSAT and if you dont do it again! You can so make it.
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These boarding schools welcome good students, especially students from other countries.
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If you are outstanding academically, have great recommendations, some activity that you excel in, and are not seeking financial aid, then your chances are better than someone from the US with a similar profile. While there are many international applicants from Korea and China, there are not many from Columbia, so this will help you. When you are applying to very competitive schools, what is hard to understand is that the majority of applicants qualify for admission. If you want to go to boarding school next year, my suggestion is add a few more schools that you would be happy to attend that are not quite as competitive as the schools you selected. Of course, you still have chances at these very competitive schools, but acceptance is not certain. You can find the % of international students at www.boardingschoolreview.com. Double check this % with the schools on your list because sometimes the numbers on this website are not accurate or not updated. Of the schools you list, I think Hotchkiss has around 20% international. Many boarding schools are around 10% international. Aside from boardingschoolreview, other useful websites are www.boardingschools.com and www.petersons.com. For a wealth of information and misinformation, you can read this discussion board http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/prep-school-admissions/. Your parents might consider hiring an educational consultant to help you select appropriate back-up schools to the very competitive schools you have selected. You can find consultants here http://www.educationalconsulting.org/. Find someone who specializes in secondary school placement, and not college placement or therapeutic school placement. Good luck!
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