Everyone loves a good pick-me-up, especially while in the throes of stressful college life and finals. For Law School bound students, the looming inevitability of taking the LSAT is likely heavy on their minds. An occasional reminder that they’ve “got this” is always appreciated! With the right tools and mindset, they’ll crush the LSAT and […]
LSAT PodCast Episode 3: Retaking the LSAT Part II – How to Study
Continuing the retake discussion from Episode 2, Dave and Jon now explore study habits and techniques to help ensure your next attempt is the one that gets it done! From proper mindset (including time off) to identifying and tracking specific strengths and weaknesses to the ideal practice test approach, it all gets broken down. There’s […]
What Does It Mean to “Go Grey” on LSAT Score Release Day?
One of the most common talking points you’ll hear leading up to an LSAT score release—and incessantly on the day scores become available—is the notion of “going grey.” A hysterical flurry of “I’M GREY!!” announcements is one of the most reliable predictors that scores are imminent. What’s All This Grey Business About? How Can You […]
LSAT PodCast Episode 2: Retaking the LSAT Part I – Pros and Cons
Retaking the LSAT can be a big—and tricky—decision. Fortunately, Jon and Dave are here to help you make the right one. Listen in as they discuss precisely what it takes to justify a retake, outlining five key scenarios where a retake is the correct call. With that comes talk of rolling admissions and “late” applications, […]
Why Does It Take So Long for LSAT Scores to Come Out?
Once the LSAT is over, one of the most common complaints is that scores should come out more quickly. Given that we live in an era where tests are electronically scored and the results are transmitted nearly instantly by email, that sounds like a very reasonable complaint. So, why does it take so long for […]
LSAT PodCast Episode 1: January LSAT Recap and 2019 Test Info Discussion
We are excited to present the first full episode of our brand new PowerScore LSAT PodCast with hosts Dave Killoran and Jon Denning! In this inaugural episode, Dave and Jon discuss the various January ’19 LSATs recently offered, provide updates on some recent LSAC news regarding registration deadlines and digital testing, and examine the remainder of 2019’s test dates with analysis on how each will be administered and advice on which to take. They also explore LSAT reusage, the test makers’ rationale behind this questionable practice, and what it likely means for future exams.
What Should I Do While I Wait for My LSAT Scores to Be Released?
The past few days have been an unrelenting stew of emotions for recent LSAT takers: relief to be through it, anxiety about how you performed, and sleepless nights waiting on your results. For a lot of people—and fingers crossed you’re among them—the LSAT is a memory, and prep books and course materials can be discarded as […]
What You Should Do the Day Before and Morning of the LSAT
The LSAT is almost here! As you finalize your last-minute preparation for the test, remember that there are things you can do outside of LSAT prep to help ensure your best performance on test day: The Day Before the LSAT Be certain that you have your LSAT admission ticket from LSAC, and that the information on […]
The Power of Positive Thinking and the LSAT
With the LSAT fast approaching, I want to briefly step away from talk of test concepts, and remind everyone of one of the most important, and (sadly) most-overlooked, components of test success: a positive mental outlook. That is, at some point in the next day or two you should feel as though your conceptual preparation is […]
LSAT Cancellations, Withdrawals, and Absences: What’s the Difference?
With the LSAT just around the corner, you may be taking a look at how your prep is going and thinking that you are simply not ready for the test. There’s no shame in this; in fact, knowing when you are or are not ready for the LSAT shows a great deal of self-awareness and […]