I was once a C+ student who was told he had no shot at getting into a good law school. Instead of believing the experts, I decided to do my own research. I read books, online articles, and spoke to law school admissions officers. And you know what I found out?

It’s absolutely possible. In fact, each year, hundreds of applicants get into some of the country’s most prestigious law schools.

Every. Single. Year.

Now don’t get me wrong. It’s definitely not easy. It requires discipline, patience, and hard work. I know this because I did it myself. I got into Northwestern Law, a Top 14 law school, with a GPA less than 3.0. Here’s how:

Get a high LSAT score.

Go get some work experience..

Come up with an explanation for your low GPA.

Consider applying early decision or early action.

Apply to lots of law schools, especially those that accept applicants with low GPAs.

Write an amazing personal statement.

Use your recommendations and optional essays to highlight your strengths and counteract your weaknesses.

Submit your application relatively early.

If you’re waitlisted, send in a letter of continued interest.

To learn more, check out The Unauthorized Guide To Getting Into Law School With Bad Grades.