A2Z with Dean Z

A2Z 79: Q&A

Episode Summary

Dean Z answers questions from viewers sent in to the admissions email address. She covers out-of-state applications, international students, prestige of undergraduate institutions, and more! Here are the timestamps: A2Z QandA 00:47 Let’s get started - How are out-of-state students viewed by Admissions? 03:10 how can I search out practical experience for your application? 04:43 How much does undergrad prestige matter for non-traditional students? 07:31 How do admissions offices view applicants who were falsely accused of using AI? 09:28 What is different about applying as an international student? 14:09 Senior Capstone Projects 14:47 If you are now friends with a former supervisor, can they still write you a letter of rec? 16:10 On letters of rec from elected officials 18:00 What if I don’t have enough room for all my job experience on a one-page resume? 19:18 What’s more important: major GPA or LSAC GPA? 21:06 Does Dean Z read the application of every accepted student? 21:34 How can reverse splitter boost their application? 23:56 Thoughts on online or hybrid programs

Episode Notes

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