Following another LSAC webinar on the May LSAT-Flex exam, Dave and Jon dive back in to provide updates and insights about how this unique test will unfold! You’ll hear details on everything from test dates and score release to how it's scaled and who most benefits (and who doesn’t) from the Flex’s odd construction. Anyone testing in May or June, and likely beyond, should give this a listen! … [Read more...]
Reading Comprehension Webinar: Skills & Diagnostic Tests
Do you spend too much time reading? Fail to absorb enough information about the structure of the passage? Or is it that you go too slowly in the questions? Dave and Jon explore these common problems and teach you how to overcome them. They also showcase how to make this often-loathed section actually fun. Below is the recording for a webinar from Dave Killoran and Jon Denning on the best way to analyze your strengths and weaknesses in Reading … [Read more...]
LSAT Podcast Episode 50: LSAT-Flex and the End of the World
In the PodCast’s 50th episode, Jon and Dave take a comprehensive look at LSAC’s latest response to the ongoing test date cancellations: LSAT-Flex. Specifically, they outline exactly how May’s at-home exam will work from its format to its scoring, who it’s for and how they’ll potentially benefit (including just how fair this solution is), and how law schools are responding to this unprecedented situation. … [Read more...]
LSAC Cancels 2020 April LSAT Because of the Coronavirus
Decision to Cancel LSAC has just released a statement confirming what we've long suspected: the April LSAT administration in North America will not take place this year. What's far more unexpected however is what they're doing instead. We'll get into these details further in just a moment. There’s no word yet on plans for June and beyond. We expect a similar delivery process in June if regular in-person testing can’t safely resume by the planned … [Read more...]
LSAT Podcast Episode 49: Student Question Mailbag, Law School Admissions Part 1
Dave and Jon continue to answer student questions in the latest episode, this time focusing on law school admissions and how things are likely to play out in this year’s cycle! Here they address dealing with waitlists, requesting letters of recommendation, balancing schoolwork and test prep through the summer, the coronavirus’s impact on deadlines and rolling admissions, and finally taking a year off to improve scores and scholarship offers. … [Read more...]
LSAT Podcast Episode 48: Student Question Mailbag #4
Jon and Dave are back to provide further updates and expectations about upcoming LSAT administrations, and to answer another round of student questions! This time they cover concerns brought on by COVID-19 like prepping for retakes and uncertain test dates. They also address some harsh realities of transferring law schools, how schools are handling GPA conversions in this semester of pass/fail grading, the reuse of prior test content, and the … [Read more...]
LSAT Podcast Episode 47: Fear and Loathing in LSAT Vegas
Dave and Jon are here to offer guidance in these uncertain times, talking through the March LSAT cancellation, the (seemingly-inevitable) April cancellation, and administrations in the months that follow. That includes a discussion of a potential May LSAT, as well as the possibility that the exam moves entirely remote and allows you to test from home. There’s also an analysis of how this situation is likely to affect applicants through the … [Read more...]
LSAT in the Time of Coronavirus
With the appearance of the coronavirus, we’ve entered strange and scary times. The March LSAT has been cancelled, April is under threat, and many people are facing Shelter-At-Home orders (and those that aren’t should be). At PowerScore, we’ve moved all of our in-person classes and tutoring to our online platforms. Additionally, our office is working remotely from home. It’s a small price to pay and we feel fortunate to have such options available … [Read more...]
LSAT Podcast Episode 46: The March 2020 LSAT Cancellation
Dave and Jon are here with some breaking news concerning the upcoming 2020 test administrations, including the just-announced cancellation of the March exam. They deconstruct LSAC’s statement on that test, discussing how they expect the coronavirus pandemic will affect other tests and how law schools are likely to react to this unprecedented situation. For more information on how to protect yourself from the virus, please visit the CDC’s website. … [Read more...]
2020 March LSAT Cancelled Over COVID-19 Concerns
Amid growing concerns regarding the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), LSAC announced its plan to cancel the March 2020 LSAT this afternoon. LSAC has not made a final decision about the April exam but will release updates as they monitor the situation. Below you can find the full statement from Erik Krajnikovich, Director of Data and Applications at LSAC. Official Statement from LSAC All of us at LSAC are saddened by the COVID-19 outbreaks … [Read more...]
Breaking News: LSAC Announces New Official LSAT Prep Plus!
LSAC just announced a new online program that will allow students to take 71 digital practice LSATs for $99. This is a great deal and we wanted to make sure to get the word out about this excellent resource!Here's what we know so far: Official LSAT Prep Plus is a subscription program you can sign up for to get access to digital tests. It costs $99 and lasts for one (1) year from the date of purchase. In the subscription, you have access to 71 … [Read more...]
LSAT Podcast Episode 44: New LSAC Subscription Program
Episode 44 heralds enormous news from LSAC, as they launch a brand new digital test access subscription service, and Dave and Jon are here to tell you all about it. Tune in to learn not only what you pay to receive official content, but also what that content includes and how to best use it in your ongoing prep! … [Read more...]
LSAT Podcast Episode 43: The February 2020 LSAT Recap
As we move deeper into 2020’s cycle of tests, Jon and Dave take a look at the February LSAT’s content, discussing how things played out and precisely what students faced while sitting for it. In addition to the tests day’s ups and downs, there’s also an estimation of the exam’s overall difficulty and what that meant for the final scoring scale. … [Read more...]
3 Ways to Pick Up Your Pace on the LSAT
When preparing for the LSAT, a very common question you might ask yourself is “How do I increase my speed?” Test takers often note that if time was not a factor, they could do better on the test. But of course, that is deliberate. The makers of the LSAT design the test to be both difficult and time-consuming. For most students, speed is a major concern. Here are some tips to help you pick up the pace by taking control of the LSAT. Prioritize the … [Read more...]