Law school admissions just got a lot more competitive. In this episode, Autumn, Lizanne, and Logan break down the record-breaking rise in LSAT test-takers and what it means for applicants this cycle. From why this isn’t the year to procrastinate on applications, to why even a 178 might not be enough if you apply late, they share the strategy you need to stand out.

We also dive into:

• Why non-traditional and career-change applicants are flooding the JD pipeline

• How to use school visits strategically (and what not to do... yes, showing up unannounced on a Friday is a disaster)

• The role of professionalism and persistence when schools are drowning in applications

• University of Miami’s groundbreaking AI supplemental essay prompt, and why it’s actually brilliant

If you’re a future law student wondering how to get ahead in the most competitive cycle we’ve ever seen, this episode is your roadmap.

Law school season is officially here, and if you're still planning to hit submit by Thanksgiving , we need to talk. In this lightning-round episode, Autumn, Lizanne, and Logan walk you through the 5 things every law school applicant should be doing right now to stay competitive: from application timelines and LORs to the November LSAT and the often-overlooked character & fitness disclosures. This episode is your deadline-driven checklist to avoid last-minute chaos and protect those scholarship dollars. It’s short, it’s sharp, and it might just save your cycle.

Applying to med school or law school isn’t a solo act, it’s a family production. In this episode, Autumn, Lizanne, and Logan talk directly to the other MVPs in the admissions process: parents, partners, and supporters. From navigating FERPA and boundaries, to knowing when to step back (or lean in), to the surprising ways relationships grow stronger through this journey, they share real stories, hard truths, and practical resources.

You’ll hear everything from cupcake-wielding parents trying to sway admissions offices, to what happens when students “ghost” their own process, to how couples and families can find joy (and humor) in the grind of med and law school. We also introduce GradMissions’ new Parents & Partners Resource Hub, complete with competency guides, course lists, and our favorite acronym decoder to keep you fluent in the alphabet soup of admissions.

Whether you’re the parent of a future doctor, the spouse of a law student, or just someone cheering from the sidelines, this one’s for you.