Many seniors consider the option of working a year or two before applying to law schools.
They question what kind of employment will enhance their chances of admission to law school. Students are often concerned that they may lack the motivation to return to school after they have begun a working career. Our surveys indicate that Dartmouth graduates do, in fact, return to school. Law school admissions officers encourage work experience. The goals of older applicants are generally more focused and, therefore, they are better prepared applicants.