The August LSAT has seen an unprecedented number of registrants unable to test as planned, as ProMetric (LSAC’s new test-delivery partner) repeatedly failed to provide the necessary proctoring support. In this episode, Dave and Jon give an overview of the countless problems, examine LSAC’s response thus far, outline the various retake/refund scenarios in play for August test takers, and provide advice for making the most of what’s an objectively … [Read more...]
Is My Dream Law School Too Expensive?
Finally! Your LSAT’s done, essays have been written, applications submitted, and you’re in at your top choice. But with one caveat… no scholarship. Let’s assume that you’ve employed the negotiation tips from previous blogs and podcasts and the school just won’t budge. You’ve got some other great offers, but the entire process you’ve been dead set on attending XYZ school. What should you do? Working Backwards The first step is to work backwards … [Read more...]
How Many Law Schools Should I Apply To?
If one thing is certain from this blog series, you should expect the answer to be: it depends. There is no perfect number of schools to apply to. I applied to over twenty schools and sat in class next to students who submitted one ED application. Hopefully, this blog will help you determine whether you’re a mass applier (like I was), a targeted applicant (5-10 schools), or an applicant focused on one or a handful of schools. As a general rule, … [Read more...]
How Do I Write My Personal Statement?
You’re ready. You’ve graduated college, taken the LSAT, and started your applications. But you’re stumped: how do I write a personal statement?First, there’s no formula for perfecting the personal statement (like taking the LSAT). Rather, the personal statement is highly subjective and need not be about any specific topic. What matters most is that you show a side of yourself that is personal, vulnerable, and genuine. AdComms read hundreds of … [Read more...]
When Should I Take The LSAT?
You’ve always known you wanted to go to law school. Like Rachel Zane on Suits, taking the LSAT and going to law school has been your calling since before you can remember.Or you’re completely unsure. Law school sounds fun, but you have no interest in being a litigator, and you’re not sure whether it’s worth the time and financial investment. Either way, there is long-term and short-term planning that goes into taking the LSAT. Consider both … [Read more...]
What Undergrad Classes Should I Take if I’m Thinking About Law School?
It’s just about time to register for fall classes and you’re stumped: how can I best prepare for law school? What should I take?There are several things to consider, but the bottom line is: study what you love, try out a law class, and focus on maximizing your GPA. Study What You Love It may sound obvious, but studying what you’re most passionate about will do two things for you: first, it will help your GPA. You’re more driven to study … [Read more...]
Podcast Episode 123: Breaking Law School News – Opting Out of Rankings and Going LSAT-Optional
A pair of landmark announcements rocked the legal world this past week, as several top-ranked schools declared that they would no longer participate in US News’ annual law school rankings, and the ABA passed a motion recommending that the LSAT no longer be required for law school admissions. In Episode 123, Dave and Jon explain precisely what each of these shocking revelations entails, and how they’re likely to affect you and your plans going … [Read more...]
Podcast Episode 121: Avoiding Pyrrhic Victories on the LSAT
Inspired by the ancient Greek notion of “Pyrrhic victories”—where the cost of success outweighs the benefits—Dave and Jon have compiled a detailed list the LSAT’s most Pyrrhic scenarios and advice on how to avoid them. From miscalibrated timing to overly-rigid schedules to poorly-prioritized goal setting, this episode will help ensure that your LSAT milestones are exclusively triumphant! … [Read more...]
PowerScore’s LSAT Crystal Ball: Does It Really Help?
One of the most common questions we receive is about whether the PowerScore LSAT Crystal Ball is useful and helpful. The good news: it is! But you don’t have to take our word for it. Instead, we’ve compiled some comments from actual students that attended prior sessions: Finally nailed that 170 thanks to the crystal ball! I’d hit the wall of scoring 163-166 on test day prepping on my own but I bought prep+ a week before the test & was able … [Read more...]
Podcast Episode 117: September 2022 LSAT Recap
As the September 2022 LSAT comes to an end, Dave and Jon are here with the full breakdown! Tune in to hear their overview of student feedback and general difficulty, a section-by-section analysis of what was scored and what was experimental, and, as always, scale predictions for every test form and what they mean for your results. … [Read more...]
Podcast Episode 116: August 2022 LSAT Recap
The August 2022 LSAT is in the books, freeing Jon and Dave to reveal all the key details! In Episode 116 they outline the scored and experimental sections used, general impressions of difficulty, and, as always, their scoring scale estimates for every section combination. They also take stock of their latest Crystal Ball predictions and how accurate they were for this test (hint: extremely!) and their expectations for September. Don't miss it! … [Read more...]
Podcast Episode 115: LSAT Logic Games Explained: PT 91+ (May 2020 Flex)
Another recent test goes under the microscope as Dave and Jon continue their LSAT Logic Games Explained series, this time exploring PT 91+. First offered in February 2009, and seen many times since (most recently in May 2020), these games have it all—Grouping, Basic and Advanced Linear, Combinations, Templates, and Numerical Distributions—making them an ideal yardstick for gauging your LG skills! … [Read more...]
What to Expect on LSAT Score Release Day
As the long countdown finally nears its end before any given LSAT score release day, we always like to present students with a handy list of reminders about how the process takes place. Keep tabs on this checklist so that you know exactly what to expect! Scores are no longer released in batches over several hours, but are now being sent out en masse at/just before roughly 9 am EST. There may still be some slight delays however, both for … [Read more...]
Podcast Episode 104: LSAT Logic Games Explained – PT 1 (June 1991)
Join Jon and Dave as they kick off a new PodCast featured series: entire games sections from official PTs fully explained, from the setups and key inferences to the trickiest questions and answer choices, all deconstructed through the eyes of the masters themselves! In this episode they tackle PT 1 from June 1991, the first LSAT of the modern era and a set of games that even 30 years later has an incredible wealth of insights to offer. … [Read more...]