The #1 Mistake Rushing Law School Applicants Make (Ep. 18)

In this episode, Ben kicks things off with an in-depth discussion of what it actually means to "apply early" to law school and why September 1st is a critical date. He unpacks how rolling admissions work, the advantages of submitting your application at the start of the cycle, and why applying early gives you access to more scholarships and better offers—provided you're a competitive applicant by then. Ben also dives into why late applications—like those in November or January—aren't ideal if you're trying to maximize your outcome.He uses real data from the University of Colorado to show how law school choice impacts career outcomes and salary potential. Through detailed case studies, Ben contrasts applying with a 160 LSAT score versus waiting a year to apply with a 170, emphasizing the long-term financial and professional consequences. He encourages students to think less about starting law school quickly and more about setting themselves up for long-term success.Ben takes on questions about the usefulness of blind review, breaking down why he thinks it’s a misunderstanding of how to study effectively for the LSAT. He argues that students should focus on accuracy rather than rushing or trying to out-game timing mechanics. His core message is that mastery leads to speed—not the other way around. Ben also discusses accommodations on the LSAT and his critical perspective on their long-term usefulness, especially in legal practice.The episode closes with advice to struggling students, encouragement for high-scoring beginners, and a push to stop overcomplicating LSAT prep. His advice: do questions, get them wrong, learn from your mistakes, and repeat. It’s a candid, data-driven, and occasionally irreverent dive into the real mindset and strategy behind smart LSAT prep and law school admissions.Start prepping the right way with our free LSAT course and get all your law school questions answered. Visit linktr.ee/HeyFutureLawyer for free resources, classes, and more.