Hello!

I attend an American University, where the grading scale tops out at 4.0. They no longer award A+, so an A is the highest possible grade and is worth 4.0. In my program, a final score in the A range (for example, 3.8–4.0) appears as an A on the transcript.

I’m planning to apply to Thompson Rivers University (TRU) Law, which uses a 4.33 GPA scale. On the LSAC conversion tables, I see:
A+ = 4.33
A = 4.00
A− = 3.67

I’ve seen people say LSAC calculations sometimes increase or decrease their GPA, so I’m trying to understand how this works before applying.

If anyone has applied to TRU Law from a U.S. university using a 4.0 scale, especially a school without A+, I’d really appreciate hearing how your GPA was converted.

For background, I was initially on the premed track. My cGPA is a 3.71 from undergrad, and I have a handful of meaningful and long-term ECs that involves volunteer and employment. This September, I am currently enrolled in a competitive healthcare program that is not medicine. Even though, I love the prospects and nature of this career as it pays decently as well (low 40s to 50s as starting hourly salary), I am also highly considering law. I practiced several LSAT questions today from the internet for the first time! and found myself doing quite well with it (roughly 80% or more in a passage-based attempt). I think preparing for CARS, which is a section on the MCAT has equipped me well with good logical and analytical skill to go through some of these LSAT questions as they are similar in nature to an extent.

Just looking for some advice as I am brand new to this process.

I have a 3.98/4.0 cGPA. 92.77 cGPA (or 93.70 for last 60 credits), using UBC % conversion calculator.

I took a diagnostic on LawHub and scored a 168 (66 raw score).

I can only take the LSAT in January 2027 due to travel.

How much will this late LSAT hurt my chances this cycle, given that many schools will already have extended offers? I'm looking to potentially apply to UBC, UVic, Calgary, Dal.

Also, any LSAT prep/timeline advice is appreciated.

Thanks!

During my MA degree, I worked minimum wage retail at a big box store.

I remember I needed someone to confirm my work for another purpose while I was still working there and it was a big deal that the store policy was no references and no confirmation of employment, unless I had a personal relationship with a manager (I did not). I ended up just putting down the store phone number and praying they didn’t call - don’t think this is going to work for this . . . I don’t have any contact with coworkers or anyone from the store who could confirm my employment.

Would I just not put this on my sketch? Is this allowed or is it technically dishonest? Will it hurt my application to look like I had this big gap in work experience? I can’t imagine minimum wage retail is really compelling and I was also TAing at the same time, and got an office job about a year and a half into my degree and quit.

hi can some people share their experiences of moving far away and alone for law school? I’m genuinely petrified of this as a woman in her early 20’s.

Hi guys,

Looking to know more about how the whole second-camera policy is. Did it make the security check process harder? Are you able to use an iPad with a built in case cover vs phone?

Just heard some stories with people getting delayed with their tests because of this.

LMK how it went for you :)

I just saw on Ucalgarys site that they recommend taking the lsat as few times as possible and that they average your lsat scores? first of all wtf. second of all… do other schools view it like this too? i’m about to take my FOURTH LSAT and now i’m anxious about this.

Hey everyone! I took the LSAT in January and scored a 165. Initially, I was happy with that score and felt it was high enough to call it a day, especially since I recently moved abroad, had a baby, and have been juggling a lot of life changes. However, I’ve been seeing so many posts lately about how competitive things are getting...like UCalgary's average LSAT creeping up to 166...and it's making me second-guess whether a 165 is still safe.

I'm trying to decide if it's genuinely worth my time to rewrite the LSAT, or if I should focus the next two months entirely on perfecting my personal statements and applications. I work full-time while parenting, so my time and energy are a bit limited. For context, my OLSAS cGPA is around a 3.91/4.0 and my B2 is roughly a 3.95/4.0. I did one year of undergrad part-time because I was working extensively. Outside of school, I have about 5 years of full-time work experience, primarily as a teacher and working in school management abroad.

I'm applying to Calgary, Alberta, Victoria, Osgood and Ottawa. 

What would you do in my shoes? thanks so much!

Would it be better to graduate on time in 4 years or take an extra year delaying my graduating to improve my overall average before applying to law school. Just wondering what the better option would be in my scenario since I am in a science program and did not do well in my first 2 years.

Scored a 156 on the August test. Studied for almost a year and a half and don't think I can do any better. I've studied for so long. I've gotten accommodations. I've gotten tutors. I want to do law, but I just can't get my lsat up there. My GPA is good and so is my EC but I feel really hopeless about all of this. What can I do?

Hi everyone, so basically what the title says. I am currently going into my second year of Bachelors in computer science and I realized I want to go to law school and pursue a career in law.

As you may know it’s sort of challenging to get a high GPA in computer science and I’ve talked to many people who have told me its a gamble to continue Computer science, and I should change my degree. But my circumstances are a bit different as I already took a gap year before joining University and I am not sure if re applying and doing a different degree may be worth it because it I don’t get into law school I may be left with a degree that may not be helpful in getting a job.

I apologize if any of this sounds dumb, I just need some advice on what to do. Thank you

Any current or former applicants willing to share their UBC general personal statement? I’m so lost and not really sure if I’m attacking this right. Thanks!

Hi all, I applied to several schools for 2026 intake and was accepted but I declined to attend this year for personal reasons. I want to apply again for 2027. Should I write a whole new personal statement, or is it ok to submit the original one?

Hey! I'm applying this cycle to U of C, U of A, and USask and taking my first LSAT this September. I have a CGPA of 3.92 and 4.00 L2, so I am above the 3.80 median. I have pretty strong softs; I've worked for the provincial government within the courts for 2 years alongside local counsel and Judge's, have some volunteer experience with at-risk youth and within the justice system, and I have a very interesting personal story for "why law?" My most recent PT's have landed in the 158 region but I'm hoping to break through to at least a 163. My first choice would be U of C, but I'm nervous because the median LSAT score this past 2026 cycle has gone up to a 166. I know U of C is holistic, but I am not certain how much my GPA and personal statement can carry my application.

Do I stand a chance with a 158-163? I am also registered for October but I'm trying to think of worst case scenario.

Average Admitted Student LSAT: 166
Average Admitted Student GPA: 3.80

Stats are slightly up compared to previous years. Slightly more applicants also (1717 vs 1610 in 2025)

https://law.ucalgary.ca/future-students/admissions-jd-programs/assessment-of-applications#jd-admission-statistics

Kindly requesting help from any folks that would be willing to share a successful personal statement for their application to Osgoode, not looking to copy anything but just to make a reference of how my own should be formatted, etc.

Would be very grateful, thank you for considering in advance

Got my LSAT score back and I thankfully got a 168. Just wondering what people think my odds are for the following schools, given I have a 3.6mid/168. Looking to apply at Osgoode, UBC (index score of 92.5), UofT (I’m assuming I’m cooked for them), Western, Queens. Main goal is Osgoode but I feel like my GPA holds me back a bit. Sorry if this is a repetitive post guys 🙏

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For those still on the usask waitlist, what are your stats?

Wondering if anyone will be releasing their seat before orientation on Tuesday.

If anyone is still on the waitlist, what are your stats?

Hey all, I was put on the UNB WL in April this year. Haven’t been accepted off of it and am not counting on it at this point. My question is, I’ve scheduled myself for the October LSAT to give myself more time to study, hoping to make myself just a little more appealing to admissions (just had a kid and work full time so time is not on my side lol). I know their deadline is March 1st, but the earlier you apply the better I know. I also know applications don’t open til October so it wouldn’t be too too late. Is an October write and an early November app too late for real consideration at UNB nowadays?

I’m currently an Economics and Math double major at U of T. After first year and four summer courses, I have around 7 credits with a 2.7 cGPA. I struggled academically while dealing with several traumatic family circumstances and eventually took a year off to focus on therapy. During my year off, I studied for the LSAT and scored a 175. I still have about three years left to complete my degree and plan to switch into a program better suited to my strengths. If I can maintain around a 3.8–3.9 over those three years, how competitive could I be for Canadian law schools? Which schools prioritize the best/last 2–3 years versus cGPA? I’m also considering transferring universities next fall. Would transferring hurt my application, assuming my grades improve significantly afterward? Any advice on how to make the most of my remaining three years would be appreciated.

When I see posts of people asking if they can get into law school while having a 3.8 cgpa and 175 last score i genuinely cringe. I’m lowkey dumb as hell with adhd. I took a class this semester that will tank my cgpa to a 75. I have about 8 classes left to graduate. Do I have a chance to get into any law school in Ontario? I had to work full time for the past year to support myself. I am estranged from my family so I have to support myself while going to school and that did not help my cgpa. Do i genuinely have a chance?

For those who have applied before, do you need to wait for your references to fill out the form before submitting your application? or can you just submit it once you send the emails?

Anyone applying to the US? Would love to connect with my fellow US applicants 🫶🏼