Ep 137: Putting Together Strong Letters of Continued Interest
In this episode, Cynthia provides valuable insights and guidance for students placed on law school waitlists. Cynthia emphasizes the importance of viewing the waitlist as an opportunity to re-engage with the dream school and maximize chances of acceptance. She discusses crafting a compelling letter of continued interest, highlighting gratitude, reaffirming interest in remaining on the waitlist, articulating reasons for choosing the specific law school, and providing meaningful updates. Rivera emphasizes sincerity, professionalism, and avoiding negative tones or dishonesty in communications with admissions committees. Overall, the episode offers a structured approach to navigating the waitlist process and emphasizes proactive engagement with law school admissions.
Episode Highlights
Cynthia discusses maximizing chances of getting off law school waitlists.
Cynthia encourages students to view the waitlist as an opportunity for re-engagement with their dream schools.
She emphasizes the importance of crafting a compelling letter of continued interest to express gratitude and reaffirm interest in remaining on the waitlist.
She outlines four key components of an effective letter of continued interest: expressing gratitude, reaffirming interest in staying on the waitlist, articulating specific reasons for choosing the law school, and providing meaningful updates.
She advises against insincerity, negativity, or dishonesty in communications with admissions committees.
She stresses the significance of maintaining a positive and professional tone throughout the process.
Remember to see the waitlist as a beginning rather than an end, fostering further engagement with your dream law schools.
Tweetable Quotes
“If you were placed on the waitlist, I want you to remember that this is not the end, it is the beginning. It’s an opportunity for you to further develop a relationship with the law school of your dreams.”