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I'd never lived in the snow before, and HLS shut down for a blizzard one of my years. Once I learned to wear thermal underwear every day between November and March, it was great.
DownersThe incredible, heaping, massive pile of debt that I'm saddled with.
CommentsIf you can get in, it's probably worth it. If another very good school will give you financial aid, take it.
Would You RecommendYes
incredible opportunities; amazing teachers; access to everything you could need to succeed
Downers1L classes are large and do not feel personalized; can be easy to get lost in the crowd
CommentsHLS is an incredible opportunity and opens doors throughout your career
Would You RecommendYes
The atmosphere is super cooperative, everyone is very smart and trying to succeed in this cut-throat profession.
DownersThe workload is a lot and expect to stay up multiple nights cramming for your exams!
CommentsI would tell them that by attending Harvard Law, they'll instantly become attractive to many top law firms and they can expect good career opportunities in the future due to HLS's prestige.
Would You RecommendYes
fantastic law school experience with endless opportunity. you're spending time learning how the law should function rather than just what the law currently is.
Downersit can be intimidating when you realize the caliber of your classmates, and there is some clique mentality that you have to push through
Commentsthe loans are absolutely not a joke. i wouldn't trade harvard for a lower tier firm, but if you have scholarships at a peer school, the harvard name is not worth a lifetime of debt.
Would You RecommendYes
There are some truly caring faculty who want to work with you on pushing the boundaries of the law - they are few and far between though.
DownersSenseless reaching for the next best thing without any real purpose behind it. People are competing just to get the next prestigious internship, job, etc., and it causes a lot of needless toxic stress and anxiety.
CommentsIf you get a full ride or good money to another T14, don't go here. The debt is not worth the name unless you are hoping for SCOTUS, which let's be honest - is a long shot.
Would You RecommendNo
I like the Harvard name the best, as it's the best school.
DownersIt is a tough school, and a lot of smart people are there.
CommentsYou should study hard and be responsible and organized to survive.
Would You RecommendYes
The professors and (most) of the students are amazing. It's very easy to find a professor to connect with and build a strong relationship with for future references/recommendations. The administration is committed to student success.
DownersIt's very easy to get lost in the masses because the school is one of the biggest law schools in the country. Each incoming 1L class is 500+ students, and then there are a lot of non-JD students too. You really have to look out for yourself and reach out to resources because the number of students means that resources are only available upon request. Old money feel wasn't great either.
CommentsDespite its size and old money feel, I wholeheartedly recommend the school because it will be only the beginning of an amazing legal (or non-legal) career.
Would You RecommendYes
Your classmates will be brilliant and your professors will be the best in their field.
DownersThe school is expensive and the weather could be better.
CommentsTake advantage of all the events put on by Harvard and HLS in particular. When you're practicing, you won't have time to explore.
Would You RecommendYes
Excellent academics, great professors, but the best part is the brilliant, friendly students.
DownersNot much to say here - there is something for everyone.
CommentsFirst year can be tough, but get excited because it will likely be a great three years.
Would You RecommendYes