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4 Things to Do Before Starting Your Law School Applications

Most would-be law school applicants focus on what they'll have to do once they start the law school application process. But what they don't realize is that there is plenty they need to do before they even start the engine on the law-school-mobile. Here are four things that any law school applicant absolutely should do before they embark on their professional school journey: Determine Your "Why" Why do you want to go to law school? What … [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...]

Full List of Announced International LSAT Dates & Deadlines

If you plan to take the LSAT in 2020 or early 2021 outside of the United States and Canada, there are a number of dates to choose from. LSAC just announced the international LSAT dates for the rest of the year. They have already announced some for 2021 as well! You can also find the international registration deadlines for each test date below. Keep in mind the dates are slightly different depending on the region you live in. Not sure which … [Read more...]

Full List of Announced 2020 & 2021 LSAT Dates & Deadlines

If you plan to take the LSAT in 2020 or early 2021, there are plenty of dates to choose from. LSAC has released the dates for the rest of the year and the total is a whopping 9 test dates in 2020 and 3 already announced for 2021! Not sure which LSAT to take? Check out the Top 100 Law School Application Deadlines to help you decide. No matter which LSAT you take, know that you don’t have to go at it alone. We offer tons of free resources to … [Read more...]

LSAT Podcast Episode 38: How to Review and Analyze Your Practice LSAT Results

Description: Jon and Dave wrap up their discussion from Episode 34 about How to Take A Practice LSAT by examining precisely how to best interpret your test results. As part of that conversation, they outline what it means to perform a blind review (and the various ways to do so), as well as what PowerScore’s free-scoring analytics tell you about your performance and how they should guide your next steps. … [Read more...]

Digital LSAT Question Collections Now Available!

When the digital format of the LSAT was introduced in July, we knew that students would need new preparation tools for this massive change. So, in June we introduced our Digital Platform. This allowed our students to study with the same tools and interface the actual test uses. Earlier this fall we opened up that interface to all students and gave them the opportunity to work with the interface by buying full tests or individual sections. Now, in … [Read more...]

What Does Your Transcript Say About You?

Next to your LSAT score, your GPA is the most important thing on your law school application. Like it or not, those numbers hold the greatest weight in your likelihood of getting into a particular school. Unlike your LSAT score, though, your GPA has another facet to it: your transcript. Whether your transcript has a positive or negative effect on your application depends on what's on it. Let's take a look at what your transcript can say about … [Read more...]

LSAT PodCast Episode 9: Test Week Preparation

Episode 9 of the podcast is all about test day! Dave and Jon outline exactly how to study in the 72 hours prior to an LSAT, dos and don’ts for the day before, tips for the morning-of (including some warm up advice!), and suggestions for minimizing stress and anxiety at the test center. As part of that discussion you’ll get answers to common questions. "Which sections or concepts offer the most opportunity for last-minute improvement?” And, “How … [Read more...]

Taking the June LSAT: An Application Schedule

It's never too early to start working on your law school applications. Part of being a successful law school applicant is knowing when and where to submit your documents, and how to make sure nothing is missed. The more time you devote to your application components, the better off your applications will be. Note that these tips also apply if you're taking the July test...just move a few of the dates back a few weeks. There is, however, a … [Read more...]

LSAT PodCast Episode 7: How to Prepare for the LSAT During the Final 2 Weeks

In this episode Dave and Jon start with a discussion of the latest test prep scandals—they haven’t affected the LSAT yet, but someday soon they certainly could—before turning their attention to the final two weeks of prep for those planning on a March LSAT date. As part of that conversation they give key tips for preparing for the LSAT in these remaining two weeks. This includes advice on mentality, PTs and proper review, and the appropriate … [Read more...]

Understanding Justify the Conclusion/Sufficient Assumption LR Questions

One of the common questions that comes up with students studying for the LSAT is how do Justify/Sufficient Assumption questions work, and how do they differ from regular Assumption/Necessary Assumption questions? The mere fact that there are different types of assumption questions is part of the problem. But the unique way that these questions work also causes issues. Let's take a closer look at this question type and try to understand the big … [Read more...]

Good News! You Just Bombed Your LSAT Practice Test

If your LSAT is just around the corner, you’re likely taking practice tests regularly in preparation. Then, seemingly out of nowhere, you score 5 points lower than your last one. What? You just bombed your LSAT PT. But why? You are, understandably, freaked out. You call your best friend, your shrink, your tutor—all the same person if you're lucky! Then you ask the crucial question: should you postpone your LSAT? Turns out, there is nothing … [Read more...]

48 Hours ’til Test Day: How to Stay Sane

If you're taking the LSAT in a couple of days, you must be stoked! Less than 48 hours from now, you can say goodbye to all those hours of prep. Ciao. Adieu. Auf Wiedersehen. But before you turn your LSAT books into bedding for your pet iguana, let's make sure you won't be needing them again anytime soon. So, the next 48 hours must be crucial, right? Your last chance to get that final "push," as it were. Well, yes and no. If you've already … [Read more...]

Finals and the LSAT: When is the Ideal Time to Take the Test?

In May, many of you may find yourselves either in the midst of Finals Week or having just finished your finals. With the extra stress and time constraints that accompany such a time, you have probably seen your best-laid plans for consistent LSAT preparation wane at the very least over the past couple of weeks. You may have even seen it become nonexistent. This is not an uncommon problem. Most LSAT Takers are Undergraduate Students Most (but … [Read more...]