<p>The discussion is about getting into a top law or medical school. Most Chicago grads with a decent GPA can get into a good med school or decent law school. So if getting a good wage is the issue, one shouldn’t worry too much. Andrew Abbott reported that Chicago grads typically end up in the upper 5% of income earners. </p>
<p>I’m not sure how important getting into a “top” medical school is. A relative who graduated from a top Ivy enrolled in mid level state med school, graduated and won a residency at a very prestigious medical center, and is just finishing up as Chief Resident in Neurology.</p>