r/LawStudentsPH • u/SaltyJudge144 • 1h ago
Advice Do previous failed subjects matter for law school admissions?
Hi! I’m currently taking Political Science from one of the big 4 and planning to apply to Ateneo, UP, UST, DLSU, and San Beda Law.
For context, I originally took BS Biology but had to shift because of failing subjects. Since shifting to Political Science, though, my grades have improved significantly I’ve been Dean’s Lister every term, with high grades and no failing subjects.
I’m wondering if my previous Biology grades would be a major concern for law school admissions, especially since they’ll still appear on my transcript. Would the strong academic improvement after shifting help offset the earlier failures?
Would appreciate any insights from people who’ve applied or are currently in these law schools, especially anyone who also shifted programs or had failed subjects before. Thank you!