Rejected. Have a 1st, references from well-known academics who I got along well with, internships at international law firms, a statement of purpose that was read by a previous LLM alumna and research experience. No idea what I could've done better. Also got screwed on training contract applications and feel absolutely screwed.
if anyone who actually got in could provide some info on their profile I would be grateful.
You're not alone! Just got rejected as well. I understand some people here are reluctant to talk about their profile but I'm happy to share mine. Graduated with a first from the University of Bristol (which in my eyes is a pretty good law school). Good academic references from tutors whom I have good relations with. Won some law school prizes for being the best mark for my undergraduate modules. Tailored my application to my strengths and interests. Just like you, I did all I can but apparently that's still not good enough (for Cambridge at least).
Am I disappointed? Of course. My heart sank to the bottom when I saw the rejection because honestly I thought I had a shot. But at the end of the day, we can only speculate as to why we are rejected but sometimes an element of luck is involved in these applications. I guess the applicants this year are just so much stronger. That doesn't mean we are any less and it's definitely not the end of the world.
Don't beat yourself too hard over it. The chances of getting rejected are so much higher than being accepted. The fact you met the requirements to qualify for an application is something you should be proud of. We can always try again next year or move on and do something else in life. To those who are yet to receive a decision, stay strong and all the best and to those who got in, many congratulations and I hope you all have a nice experience at Cambridge!
[quote]Rejected. Have a 1st, references from well-known academics who I got along well with, internships at international law firms, a statement of purpose that was read by a previous LLM alumna and research experience. No idea what I could've done better. Also got screwed on training contract applications and feel absolutely screwed. <br><br><br><br>if anyone who actually got in could provide some info on their profile I would be grateful.<br><br> [/quote]<br><br>You're not alone! Just got rejected as well. I understand some people here are reluctant to talk about their profile but I'm happy to share mine. Graduated with a first from the University of Bristol (which in my eyes is a pretty good law school). Good academic references from tutors whom I have good relations with. Won some law school prizes for being the best mark for my undergraduate modules. Tailored my application to my strengths and interests. Just like you, I did all I can but apparently that's still not good enough (for Cambridge at least).<br><br>Am I disappointed? Of course. My heart sank to the bottom when I saw the rejection because honestly I thought I had a shot. But at the end of the day, we can only speculate as to why we are rejected but sometimes an element of luck is involved in these applications. I guess the applicants this year are just so much stronger. That doesn't mean we are any less and it's definitely not the end of the world.<br><br>Don't beat yourself too hard over it. The chances of getting rejected are so much higher than being accepted. The fact you met the requirements to qualify for an application is something you should be proud of. We can always try again next year or move on and do something else in life. To those who are yet to receive a decision, stay strong and all the best and to those who got in, many congratulations and I hope you all have a nice experience at Cambridge!<br><div><br></div><div>
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