The 2024 Law School Rankings: Do They Matter? (2024) | Break Into Law School®

Sydney and Mike Spivey discuss the latest law school rankings and their implications. As the rankings fluctuate year after year, they delve into the question of whether rankings truly matter and how applicants should approach them. Mike Spivey shares insights from his extensive experience in law school admissions, highlighting the changing dynamics of rankings and their impact on the legal profession. They explore the challenges faced by first-generation and minority applicants, emphasizing the importance of looking beyond rankings to make informed decisions about law school choices. The discussion also touches on the evolving role of rankings in legal education and potential future trends in the industry.

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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:30 Publishing the U.S. News Top 25 Law Schools 2024-2025 Ranking Early
03:48 Changes in the Ranking
08:15 How to View the Rankings
13:20 Ranking Metrics & DEI Involvement
17:00 Best Thing to Do with the Rankings
19:00 The Prestige that Comes From The Rankings
27:12 Predictions for the Next Rankings
31:16 Final Thoughts
34:33 Mike Spivey
35:14 Outro