Navigating Law School Admissions with Miriam & Kristi

Miriam and Kristi just couldn’t stop talking, so in the second half of this series finale, they continue to discuss their time so far as deans of admissions at HLS and YLS.

In the first half of their podcast finale, Miriam and Kristi reflect on all that they’ve learned as they enter their fifth year as admissions deans.

Our students take center stage to reflect on their experiences as applicants, law school students, and future legal professionals.

So you didn’t get in (yet). What next? This episode touches on waiting for decisions, waiting on the waitlist, and waiting a year to apply as a transfer.

Van Ann, Miriam and Kristi continue their resume discussion, offering advice on showcasing your education and experiences, as well as careers more broadly.

In the first of two episodes on resumes, career counselor Van Ann Bui joins the podcast to discuss the purpose of resumes for law school admissions and some formatting basics, and answer some tough interview questions.

What really happens behind the scenes at an admissions office? Cristina Gapasin Tortal (UC Irvine School of Law), Miriam, and Kristi open the black box and dive into the review process at each of our schools.

The hosts discuss researching and selecting law schools, including funny moments. They talk about the consequences of writing a critical essay and play a game of two truths and a lie. The hosts share advice for navigating the law school admissions cycle and attending virtual events. They also discuss the significance of the ABA 509 report and challenges with demographic data and representation. The chapter concludes with tips for crafting a well-balanced list of law schools.

Miriam and Kristi return for the third (and final) season of their podcast. Look for new episodes beginning in September!

It’s time for your questions! Miriam and Kristi close out Season 2 with listener questions about parenting, the transfer process, whether to retake the LSAT, and more.