How to Afford Law School - Thank You Wall by Barrier Breakers®, Inc. https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability Share your appreciation for the Break into Law Conference panelist(s) by posting a thank you message. en-us 2025-06-27 21:20:08 UTC 2025-06-29 20:00:43 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505126293 thank you for sharing your knowledge and expertise! it makes the whole process less daunting.

]]> 2025-06-29 15:14:34 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505126293 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505126921 Thank you for allowing me to explore my law school journey!

]]> 2025-06-29 15:15:54 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505126921 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505127013 Thank you so so so much for all of your knowledge, tips, and vibrant personality! This was an amazing way to start my Sunday! This session alleviated a little of my stress regarding finances for law school! :)

]]> 2025-06-29 15:16:17 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505127013 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505127753 Thank you for sharing your wisdom with us today. Making a career pivot at almost 50 requires me to be more strategic in my approach. You have renewed my hope and sharpened my perspective.

]]> 2025-06-29 15:18:02 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505127753 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505127795 Thank you for sharing your expertise on Financial Aid/resources. I feel this is one of the biggest barriers to obtaining a professional degree. The more we know, the better we can advocate for ourselves. I appreciate you!

]]> 2025-06-29 15:18:05 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505127795 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505127966 Thank you so very much for all this invaluable information! It definitely is incredible and made me feel like this whole journey is more accessible.

]]> 2025-06-29 15:18:24 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505127966 melvinfrancisco https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505128297 Thank you for sharing this important information. It will help me in making the right decisions

]]> 2025-06-29 15:19:21 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505128297 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505129120 Thank you for sharing your expertise, knowledge, and time with us.

Talisa M.

]]> 2025-06-29 15:21:55 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505129120 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505130239 I just wanted to say thank you for your presentation on how to afford law school. Your advice was not only helpful, it was real, relatable, and so needed. You made a topic that can feel stressful and confusing a lot more manageable and clear.


Hearing you break down financing options, scholarships, and long term planning gave me a renewed sense of confidence that I can do this and do it smart. What you shared is going to stick with me as I prepare for this next chapter.

You made an impact and I’m truly grateful.

]]> 2025-06-29 15:24:46 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505130239 sarahsareh https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505130251 Grateful for this thank you!

]]> 2025-06-29 15:24:49 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505130251 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505130611 Thank you LeAndra for breaking down the law school financial aid/resources to better prepare us to continue forward with our law school journey.

]]> 2025-06-29 15:25:46 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505130611 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505131516 2025-06-29 15:28:28 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505131516 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505135730 Thank you! Your advice & info really helps take weight off our shoulders!

]]> 2025-06-29 15:36:49 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505135730 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505135943 Thank you

]]> 2025-06-29 15:37:20 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505135943 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505135980 This session is absolutely incredible, informative and helpful. Thank you.

]]> 2025-06-29 15:37:26 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505135980 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505136242 Thank you for your financial wisdom and everything that you have done for us! I appreciate all of you! Thank you again and God Bless You All!

]]> 2025-06-29 15:38:28 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505136242 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505136270 As someone who has been out of school for a decade, this was much needed and necessary!

]]> 2025-06-29 15:38:36 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505136270 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505136308 Thank you to Ms. Ross and Ms.Ingram for a very insightful presentation on affording Law School. Hearing them discuss the expenses, the various ways to pay for school, and even providing some free resources was very reassuring! I feel more confident in my journey and putting my best foot forward in preparing for the application process and financing my future.

]]> 2025-06-29 15:38:44 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505136308 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505136684 Thank you for informing us about the financial accessibility of law school! Finances are a tough topic to talk about and address whenever law school is brought up, and this conference has helped me understand it more in depth.

]]> 2025-06-29 15:40:09 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505136684 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505137567 thank you!!!

]]> 2025-06-29 15:42:43 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505137567 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505138089 Thank you so much for the insightful information and your guidance. I appreciate how you made this process easier and provided us with the necessary resources.

]]> 2025-06-29 15:44:41 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505138089 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505138154 Thank you both so much for sharing these information today! It helped ease my worries about finances during law school in the future! I will also be taking a look at "You Don't Need a Budget" book :)

]]> 2025-06-29 15:44:55 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505138154 camekashelby https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505138201 Thank you for sharing tips, resources, book recommendations, advice - all of it! This is helping me to make my goal more accessible

]]> 2025-06-29 15:45:11 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505138201 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505138212 Thank you Yolanda and LeAndra for sharing these treasured financial gems. This was so helpful.

]]> 2025-06-29 15:45:15 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505138212 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505138440 You all offered such timely and relevant advice on one of the most important topics regarding our law school educaion. Without the finances available, attending school is not possible. We appreciate all the information that you have given us!

]]> 2025-06-29 15:46:15 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505138440 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505138659 Thank you so much for the insights!

]]> 2025-06-29 15:47:03 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505138659 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505138735 Thank you, this session was very informative.

]]> 2025-06-29 15:47:14 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505138735 kasandrahunt1 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505139364 I definitely want to thank you both for the information in the funding law school options seminar. This is my biggest concern, and a non-traditional student who is living life would not be able to afford law school.

]]> 2025-06-29 15:49:49 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505139364 toerankayla https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505139443 Thank you ladies for your informational presentation. I have learned so much.

]]> 2025-06-29 15:50:11 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505139443 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505140596 Thank you so much for the amazing drops of wisdom that were given during this session. I will definitely remember to be intentional and focus on the return on investment as I am continuing on my journey. Much appreciated!

]]> 2025-06-29 15:54:12 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505140596 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505141064 Thank you so much

]]> 2025-06-29 15:55:47 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505141064 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505141620 Thank you ladies for your time and solid advice because as a first generation, I didn't know where to go to for answers and Reddit ain't it!

]]> 2025-06-29 15:57:50 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505141620 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505141845 Thank you all so, so much for taking the time to educate us. This panel was so helpful and informative.

]]> 2025-06-29 15:58:15 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505141845 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142278 Thank you so much for imparting your wisdom!

]]> 2025-06-29 15:59:47 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142278 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142280 Thank you for your time! Very insightful!

]]> 2025-06-29 15:59:48 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142280 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142302 Mind is blown! While I am a non trad student, I needed all this info!!!!

]]> 2025-06-29 15:59:56 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142302 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142339 Thank you so much, this session was very helpful. This information alleviated a lot of stress regarding Finances, etc.

]]> 2025-06-29 16:00:06 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142339 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142350 Thank you to everyone involved. And good luck to everyone who will be applying to law school!

]]> 2025-06-29 16:00:10 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142350 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142365 Thank you so much for the wealth of information, it is greatly appreciated !

]]> 2025-06-29 16:00:13 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142365 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142380 Thank you for explaining some financial considerations needed to pursue law. The amazing resources available are amazing and needed.

]]> 2025-06-29 16:00:15 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142380 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142421 You do not understand how impactful this has been. Oh my, I am beyond grateful for this session and to all the panelists and those who made this possible.

]]> 2025-06-29 16:00:22 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142421 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142450 THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR EXPERTISE AND TIME!

]]> 2025-06-29 16:00:30 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142450 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142573 Thank you so much Dean Ingram and Leandra for your insights on financial planning and preparation for law school!

]]> 2025-06-29 16:00:49 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142573 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142621 Yolanda and LeAndra, thank you for sharing your knowledge with us!!

]]> 2025-06-29 16:01:06 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142621 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142630 Thank you so much for your information and reminder for me to recommit to my goal of paying off my credit cards as I pursue my law school goal!

]]> 2025-06-29 16:01:09 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142630 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142687 Thank you for all the financial education provided. So Appreciative!


All the best,

Adjara Stewart

]]> 2025-06-29 16:01:20 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142687 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142707 This was one of the most informative sessions I’ve ever attended thank you so much!!

]]> 2025-06-29 16:01:27 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142707 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142740 Thank you so much! I will be scheduling a 1:1 session. I left feeling like law school is actually possible for me!

]]> 2025-06-29 16:01:35 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142740 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142745 Thank you for providing financial clarity throughout this journey!

]]> 2025-06-29 16:01:36 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142745 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142746 One of the best sessions I have attended. Thank you for the transparency and for helping me feel more seen and heard as a Black woman. I feel now that law school is more of a reality than something inaccessible. I think having the layer of financial awareness will help me better understand which schools will be the best fit for me.

]]> 2025-06-29 16:01:36 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142746 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142748 What an awesome job!!! Thank you ladies for your wisdom and knowledge!!!

]]> 2025-06-29 16:01:36 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142748 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142804 Thank you so much, Yolanda and LeAndra for the information you shared this morning! I truly appreciate you both for helping to make this process less daunting.

]]> 2025-06-29 16:01:40 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142804 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142894 Thank you for your insight! Super helpful!!

]]> 2025-06-29 16:01:57 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505142894 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505143084 Thank you Yolanda & LeAndra for the wealth of knowledge you shared this Sunday morning on financing law school. & much more

]]> 2025-06-29 16:02:24 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505143084 marcelleceide30 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505143501 Thank you for such an amazing informative session. I have student loans and have asked myself many times, will I be denied FAFSA, the information you gave is very helpful and the calendar of going into the accesslex data bank weekly idea is super helpful. I have been so stuck. Thank you LeAndra Ross and Yolanda Ingram.

]]> 2025-06-29 16:03:37 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505143501 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505144641 Thank you so much!! This session was incredibly informative and needs to be longer. ;)

]]> 2025-06-29 16:07:31 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505144641 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505144909 Thank you for the personal take on law school finances. I can get information online easy, but it is refreshing to understand a perceptive in making those financial decisions. Update on the congressional bill is also helpful in understanding the impact to future law school education. It was fun to hear too for a boring subject. Thank you again!

]]> 2025-06-29 16:09:00 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505144909 oceanwwei https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505148132 Thank you so much for this informative session! The part about choosing between a "lower rank" school with more scholarship versus a "higher rank" school was so helpful.

]]> 2025-06-29 16:20:52 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505148132 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505150577 Thank you for your time on financial aid and loans! As a first-gen college student it was very informative!

]]> 2025-06-29 16:30:47 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505150577 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505154384 Sooo insightful!! Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience.

]]> 2025-06-29 16:42:28 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505154384 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505163468 Money has always been the biggest stressor for me as a first-gen student, so your insights provided a lot of clarity for me. Thank you for being vulnerable with your advice/opinions. The level of transparency you both shared with admissions is more helpful than you know! Again, thank you for your help.

]]> 2025-06-29 17:22:30 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505163468 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505164439 Such actionable insight! Thank you for sharing the gift of time with us on top of so many gems that can help us head into law school confidently. I feel empowered to explore financial resources and this process feels much more manageable.

]]> 2025-06-29 17:26:58 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505164439 https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505197468 I’ve never understood the financial aspect of school! These ladies broke it down in a way that empowered me! So grateful for their knowledge and compassion today!

]]> 2025-06-29 20:00:42 UTC https://padlet.com/barrier_breakers/bilc2025_affordability/wish/3505197468