Advisory Opinions Getting Into Law School | Interview: Miriam Ingber and Kristi Jobson
Aug 5, 2025
Miriam Ingber, Associate Dean of Admissions & Financial Aid at Yale Law School, and Kristi Jobson, Dean of Admissions at Harvard Law School, share invaluable insights into law school applications. They discuss the impact of AI on admissions and the challenges posed by standardized testing like the LSAT. The duo highlights the increasing volume of applications and the importance of diverse backgrounds among candidates. They also touch on financial aid strategies, helping prospective students navigate their options while addressing the new realities faced by applicants today.
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Ace Your Law School Interview
- Prepare thoroughly for law school interview questions; Yale provides questions in advance to level the playing field.
- Focus on being enthusiastic, kind, respectful, and interesting during your interview.
LSAT Changes Boost Applications
- The LSAT's easier versions during COVID increased applications by raising scores.
- Easier and shorter tests let more applicants apply across multiple schools, inflating applicant pools.
Inequality in LSAT Testing
- There's socioeconomic disparity in access to LSAT accommodations, impacting fairness.
- Shifting from a speed test to a power test design may alleviate timing disadvantages and inequalities.