how much does it really matter?

[H. Birdman]

So, I'm an African American male and you've probably noticed that there aren't too many of use persuing higher education.  So I was just wondering how much of a difference it makes if you are an URM? Does it really increase your chances of admission to a school or not?

[allyreese]

So, I'm an African American male and you've probably noticed that there aren't too many of use persuing higher education.  So I was just wondering how much of a difference it makes if you are an URM? Does it really increase your chances of admission to a school or not?

yes

[chrisfield]

So, I'm an African American male and you've probably noticed that there aren't too many of use persuing higher education.  So I was just wondering how much of a difference it makes if you are an URM? Does it really increase your chances of admission to a school or not?

It matters an incredible deal.  Many will tell you that they will add anywhere between 5-10 points on your LSAT solely for being an african american male.  So...yes.

[viridianx]

I think it was something like 8-10 pts for African Americans.  Of course this is on average, so you can't just add 8-10 pts to your LSAT and pretend that's what you have.  But it is DEF a big help.

[lawstudent3]

A big boost.  You're in better shape than you think, no matter what your scores are.

[Paperback Writer]

I once thought about getting a genetic test that would prove that I'm part American Indian.  Now, mind you, I don't know the first damn thing about being an Indian.  Imagine a white bread like me turning in a genetic test with law school applications.

And, you're asking if it really matters?