Dear Pre-Law Students,

Are you considering a career in law? Looking for guidance on how to navigate your journey to law school? We’re excited to invite you to the CUNY-Wide Pre-Law Conference, From Aspirations to Advocacy: Building a Legal Career, a must-attend event for aspiring law students across the CUNY system! Whether you’re just starting to explore the idea of law school or you’re ready to apply, this event is tailored to help you succeed. This dynamic conference will provide you with the tools, resources, and connections to make informed decisions about your legal education and career.

EVENT DETAILS:

CUNY-wide Pre-Law Conference,

From Aspirations to Advocacy: Building a Legal Career

Date: Friday, January 17th, 2025 | Time: 9:30 – 3:30 PM

Location: CUNY School of Law (Address: 2 Court Square, Long Island City, NY 11101)

Event Webpage: https://www.law.cuny.edu/admissions-and-aid/cuny-wide-prelaw-conferece/

Highlights include:

Mock Class: Preview of a law school course by Professor Jared M. Trujillo

Admissions Panel: Learn what law schools are looking for in candidates.

Workshops: Gain practical tips on LSAT prep and securing financial aid.

Networking Opportunities: Connect with law school representatives, current students, CUNY Law alumni, and fellow pre-law students across the CUNY system.

Breakfast and lunch will be served!

RSVP now to secure your spot! Space is limited, so don’t wait! Click here or copy & paste the following link:https://lsacunitev2.powerappsportals.com/event/sessions?id=Off_Campus_Event_Template2954445161.

We can’t wait to see you at the conference as we will help you take the next step toward a rewarding legal career.

Sincerely,

Bibi N. Amin (she/her)

Assistant Director of Outreach and Systems Operations

Admissions | CUNY School of Law

Law in The Service of Human Needs

NOTE: Michael Paris, the CSI Pre-Law Advisor, will be attending this event.  For more information, email Michael.Paris@csi.cuny.edu

At 7Sage, our mission is to make legal education accessible, but talk is cheap and school is expensive. We’re putting our money where our mouth is and offering a summer fellowship to five to ten low-income prospective law students in New York City to help them prepare for the LSAT and the law school application process.

The 2025 summer fellowship will include the following:

• Estimated 30 hour per week time commitment for an 11-week hybrid summer study program in New York City, including one in-person session each week

• $600 per week stipend for 11 weeks to allow for undivided focus on law school preparation

• Dedicated LSAT instruction and admissions services for the duration of the summer program, plus a 12-month 7Sage LSAT live class subscription

• Weekly in-person opportunities for group study and community-building with other fellows

Fellows will also strengthen their research and writing skills through their work on the 7Sage summer fellowship capstone project. With support and feedback from one of 7Sage’s professional writers, fellows will explore a field of law that interests them and draft an 8-10 page academic paper on a current issue in their chosen legal field.

The 2025 summer fellowship program will be held between June 2, 2025 and August 15, 2025.

Summer Fellowship Eligibility

This fellowship is open to candidates who meet all of the below criteria:

• Are in financial need (as determined by 2024-2025 FAFSA or 2023 tax return(s));

• Are a Junior or Senior in college or already graduated;

• Have a cumulative undergraduate GPA of at least 3.3;

• Plan to apply to American JD programs within the next three years;

• Are a U.S. citizen or permanent resident; and

• Are able to attend weekly in-person sessions in New York City for the duration of the summer fellowship program.

Apply Now

7Sage Summer Fellowship Program

 

How to Apply

The application form is accessible at the link below. Candidates must also submit the following required application materials to be considered for the fellowship:

• Résumé

• Undergraduate and/or Graduate Transcripts (Unofficial)

• 2024-2025 FAFSA form or 2023 Tax Return(s)

  • Candidates submitting a tax return who are married or claimed as dependents may be required to submit additional tax returns from their spouse or parent.  Please see the application form for a full list of required tax return(s) based upon your situation.

• Application essay on the following prompt (600 words maximum):

  • Choose a specific controversial opinion regarding current events.  In 600 words or less, write a persuasive argument defending this opinion and write a persuasive counter-argument against this opinion.

    There is no “right” topic or argument. You may refer to outside facts and evidence, but this is not a research paper:  you will be evaluated solely based on the strength of your critical thinking, analytical skills, and persuasive writing.

Applications for the 7Sage summer fellowship must be submitted on or before February 28, 2025.  Applications will be reviewed and offers will be made on a rolling basis.

If you have any questions regarding this application form or application supporting documents, please contact chelsea.simpson@7sage.com.

FAQs

What subscriptions and services are included in the 7Sage Summer Fellowship?

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Apply Now

7Sage Summer Fellowship Program