u/soletenublado1

Hey everyone!

English is not my native language (my mother tongue is Spanish), and I’m just beginning my LSAT prep. While I feel comfortable with English in daily life, the extreme precision, complex logic structures, and tight time limits on the test are pretty intimidating.
For anyone who tackled the LSAT as a non-native English speaker (or is currently preparing), tips???

Thanks

Hi everyone!

I'm currently preparing my application for a 2-Year Accelerated JD program, with Iowa Law as my main target, and I would love an honest reality check on my chances.
I am finishing a double degree in Law and Political Science in Spain with a cumulative average grade of 8 out of 10 (Grading in Spain is notoriously strict), roughly corresponds to a 3.5–3.7 US GPA equivalent in terms of academic standing. Beyond my grades, my background includes extensive international exposure, having spent a full academic exchange year in the US and another year in Germany.
Given this background, is an 8/10 Spanish average strong enough to be competitive for Iowa’s Accelerated JD?
Also, I am debating whether taking the LSAT is necessary to boost my application or if my foreign law degree and international background might be sufficient on their own.
Thanks!!!!

Hi everyone!

I'm currently preparing my application for a 2-Year Accelerated JD program, with Iowa Law as my main target, and I would love an honest reality check on my chances.
I am finishing a double degree in Law and Political Science in Spain with a cumulative average grade of 8 out of 10 (Grading in Spain is notoriously strict), roughly corresponds to a 3.5–3.7 US GPA equivalent in terms of academic standing. Beyond my grades, my background includes extensive international exposure, having spent a full academic exchange year in the US and another year in Germany.
Given this background, is an 8/10 Spanish average strong enough to be competitive for Iowa’s Accelerated JD?
Also, I am debating whether taking the LSAT is necessary to boost my application or if my foreign law degree and international background might be sufficient on their own.
Thanks!!!!

Hi!

I’m a 22-year-old law student from Spain currently in the process of applying to US JD programs for an upcoming cycle.
I already paid the initial LSAC Credential Assembly Service (CAS) fee (nearly $300), and now I’m seeing additional prompts for a Document Assembly / Transcript Evaluation fee (around $69+), on top of the mandatory $45 fee per school report and individual school application fees.
Is it standard for LSAC to charge all these incremental fees for international applicants? Does the Document Assembly Service fee apply to everyone with foreign transcripts, or am I accidentally selecting something extra?
Also, as an international applicant coming from a European civil law LLB background, I’d love to hear any tips or advice from people who’ve gone through this path.
Appreciate any insights or advice you can share!

Thanks in advance