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On this website, I write about master of laws (LL.M.) and PhD applications, looking and applying for funding, doctoral and postdoctoral research, learning languages, writing, and more.

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What to Expect When Working with an Admissions Coach

What does an admissions coach do? This post breaks it down - storycraft, strategy, feedback, and helping you build a powerful application.
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Daria Levina

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How to Apply to the Harvard LL.M.: The Definitive Guide

How to successfully navigate Harvard LL.M. application: Professional guidance and evidence-based strategies from a Harvard alumna.
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Daria Levina

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Oxford Written Work for the MJur and BCL: What Not to Do

Avoid these written work errors in your Oxford BCL and MJur application — tips from an experienced reviewer.
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Daria Levina

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Best Arbitration LL.M. Programs Ranked: What to Consider Before You Apply

I review the best LL.M. programs in international arbitration to help you make an informed decision.
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Daria Levina

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MIDS Geneva: How I Won Admission and a Full Scholarship to the World's Top Arbitration LL.M. and You Can Too

MIDS LLM application: how I got in with a full scholarship — my strategy and tips for future applicants.
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Daria Levina

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CV That Got Me Into Harvard LL.M.

A look inside my Harvard LL.M. CV: insights on content, structure, and impact for your application success.
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Daria Levina

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My Harvard LL.M. Experience: Was It Worth It?

From Harvard LLM application to real life — what I learned, what I loved, and how it impacted my future.
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Daria Levina

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How I Found Ideas for My Winning Harvard LL.M. Personal Statement, With Essay Sample: Part 1

Learn how I wrote my winning Harvard LLM personal statement, with sample ideas and real-life experiences that I chose.
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Daria Levina

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Harvard LL.M. Personal Statement Part A: What You Need to Know

How to write an exceptional Harvard LL.M. personal statement Part A: Expert guidance on legal essay structure and content.
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Daria Levina

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