Can I push my package to the next cycle if I’m running behind?

Potentially, yes — with some honest constraints to be aware of.

If you’re mid-engagement and realize this cycle isn’t realistic — the LSAT isn’t where it needs to be, the personal statement needs more development than the timeline allows, or life intervened — shifting to the next cycle is a conversation we’re genuinely willing to have. If the move is workable, we’ll do our best to make it happen. It isn’t always possible depending on the specifics, but come talk to us and we’ll sort it out honestly.

What we can’t guarantee is that the same consultant will be available in a later cycle. Our strongest consultants fill their rosters well in advance of each season. If you signal the shift early, continuity is almost always preserved. If it happens late, adjustments may be necessary — and we’ll be upfront about what that looks like.

The strategic work doesn’t expire. Your diagnostic analysis, Strategy Brief, and competitive positioning all carry forward regardless of which cycle you ultimately apply in. What changes is pacing and logistics, not the quality of the foundation.

One candid note: deferring is sometimes exactly the right call. But it shouldn’t become a recurring pattern. Deadlines create productive focus. Candidates who repeatedly push timelines often aren’t struggling with readiness — they’re struggling with commitment to the decision. If we sense that, we’ll name it gently. That’s not judgment — it’s us doing our job well.