How to turn your law school application concerns into strengths.

In this episode of GradMissions Office Hours, we’re diving deep into the most common “red flags” we see on law school applications—and what to actually do about them.

Spoiler: most of them aren’t dealbreakers.

💥 Low GPA? We’ve got GPA addendum tips.
📉 Bombed the LSAT? Retake strategy + timing.
⚠️ Character & fitness issues? Here’s how to disclose and protect your future bar eligibility.

We’re also answering our first-ever listener question—and breaking down why this cycle might have been a blessing in disguise for reapplicants. If you’ve been quietly panicking about whether your past will hurt your future, this episode is the reality check (and roadmap) you need.

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In Episode 6 of GradMissions Office Hours, we’re tackling one of the most misunderstood tools in the admissions and academic world: accommodations. Whether you’re prepping for the LSAT or MCAT—or looking ahead to law school exams, med school shelf exams, the MPRE, USMLE, or the bar—we’re here to break it down.

🎯 What accommodations really are (hint: not a shortcut)
📝 How to apply for them on the LSAT & MCAT
💥 How to use accommodations as a tool, not a crutch
🧠 Why destigmatizing support is essential for long-term success
💼 What to know about requesting accommodations in law or med school (and beyond)

This episode is your permission slip and playbook for getting what you need to thrive—because success doesn’t come from pretending everything’s fine. It comes from building smart systems that help you show up at your best.

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How to actually prepare for med or law school—and what to skip.

You’ve been admitted. You paid your seat deposit. So… now what?

In this episode of GradMissions Office Hours, we talk about what newly admitted law and med students should actually be doing this summer—and what they should absolutely avoid.

With our hats on as former admissions deans, law and med insiders, and unofficial “admissions moms,” we cover it all:

✅ The one thing you should not read this summer (put down the casebook!)

✅ The health habits that set you up for success

✅ How to prep your support system for what’s ahead

✅ Why journaling, therapy, and meal prep matter more than networking—for now

✅ The most underrated power move: answering your email

✅ How to protect your peace and your scholarship

No fear-mongering. No nonsense. Just honest, practical advice to help you walk into orientation calm, confident, and ready.

In this episode of GradMissions Office Hours, we’re taking you behind the scenes of one of the most important parts of your med or law school application: building your school list.

From application fees and student debt to geographic fit, specialty programs, and visit strategy—this is your 30,000-foot view of how to approach your list like a future admit.

We break down:
✔️ Reach vs. Target vs. Safety schools
✔️ Why “fun” locations might actually sabotage your goals
✔️ When to prioritize specialty programs (hint: rarely)
✔️ How to balance ambition with strategy—and your budget
✔️ The critical role of school visits and demonstrating interest
✔️ Why med applicants must cast a wider net than law applicants

Whether you're applying this year or just starting to plan, this is the episode that makes your list smarter, sharper, and way more strategic.

It’s that time of year—some folks are waitlisted, others are hoarding offers, and the rest of us are just trying to read the admissions tea leaves. ☕

In this episode of GradMissions Office Hours, we’re diving deep into:
💡 How to get off the waitlist (spoiler: you need more than “continued interest”)
🧠 What to do when you have multiple acceptances

🤝 How to ethically (and strategically) release offers so others can move

🔁 Why the waitlist isn’t a dead end—and how to stay in the game

It’s the insider guide to managing post-decision purgatory like a pro.

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In this episode of GradMissions Office Hours, we’re unpacking the med school application process—breaking down AMCAS, AACOMAS, and TMDSAS through the lens of Hamilton's Schuyler Sisters (because, of course, we had to make it fun). But we’re not stopping at applications. We’re also diving into the residency match process and how our work continues beyond admissions, supporting students through every stage of their medical journey.

Plus, Autumn shares her deep GradMissions origin story—how her own experience shaped the kind of premed advisor she wished she had and how GradMissions is filling that gap for future doctors today.

🎙️ Get the real story behind med school admissions.
🚪 Step inside for an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the process.
🧠 Stay ahead—know what matters before everyone else does.

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The 2024/2025 JD application cycle has been a bloodbath—record applications, excruciating waitlists, and more uncertainty than a 1L cold call. In this inaugural episode of GradMissions Office Hours, Autumn and Lizanne conduct a post-mortem (don’t worry, we’re still breathing... for now) on this year’s cycle and what it means for law school hopefuls waiting, strategizing, or gearing up for next year.We break down:⚖️ Why applications spiked & what it means for future cycles⏳ The agony of waiting (and how to actually use this time wisely)📉 Admissions “melt” and last-minute movement—who gets in & why🚀 What this cycle taught us & how to get ahead for 2025/2026If you’re feeling like a law school Schrödinger’s cat—both accepted and rejected at the same time—this one’s for you.Welcome to GradMissions Office Hours—your Ivy-level edge in law school admissions. Book your free Application Strategy Call today!