How do you position yourself for success in these elite legal markets—starting with law school admissions? Here are five strategic tips.

Today, we’re tackling one of the most common—and complex—questions: How hard is it to get into law school with a 3.1 GPA and a 157 LSAT score? The short answer: it depends. The long answer? It depends on the schools you're targeting, how your numbers stack up against their medians, and how well you leverage the parts of your application you can control.

A 3.7 GPA and 168 LSAT put you in a strong position for law school admissions—but this cycle is more competitive than ever due to regional applicant surges and rising LSAT medians. While a T-20 acceptance is achievable, securing admission requires a smart strategy and early action.

If you’re still clinging to the idea that New York BigLaw is the gold standard for legal salaries, it’s time for a reality check....