The first episode of the new year sees Dave and Jon tackle one of their all-time favorite Logical Reasoning question types: Resolve the Paradox! Tune in as they explain exactly how these questions work, outline the best approach for solving them, and reveal a comprehensive series of specific categories highlighting the test makers’ favorite Paradox scenarios. … [Read more...]
Free LSAT Prep
PowerScore gives away more free LSAT resources than any other LSAT company. Why do we do it? Because we hope you’ll see the very high quality of what we do, and then if you do choose to take a prep course, tutor, or buy a book, we’ll be in your thoughts. And if you don’t, that’s okay too! Maybe you’ll mention us to a friend. Let’s look at all the free LSAT help we offer.All the Free ResourcesFree Webinars — PowerScore regularly runs free LSAT webinars, and we cover important topics such as Conditional Reasoning, Causal Reasoning, Common Flaws, Basic Linear Games, and … [Read more...]
Upcoming LSAT Dates, Deadlines, & Details
Need to get your ducks in a row and figure out which LSAT you need to take? Here's a list of all the upcoming LSAT dates, deadlines, and details you need to know. To sign up for your test date(s), head to LSAC.org. Upcoming LSAT Dates, Deadlines, & DetailsWe will continue to update this chart as changes occur and dates come up. For more information about LSAT-Flex Tests and how to prepare differently, go here. Sabbath Dates At this time, there are no special Sabbath dates. LSAT-Flex takers do not need to submit Saturday Sabbath Observer requests, as the LSAT-Flex offers a choice … [Read more...]
Update: The 2021 LSAT Bibles
One of the most common questions I receive right now is: when are the 2021 LSAT Bibles coming out? Usually the answer is an easy one, and by January they are typically out. But 2020 was obviously one of the strangest years in history. And so the answer this year isn’t as easy as usual. The LSAT Bibles Usually Come Out in the Fall I typically make changes to the books in the fall of each year, after I wait to see what has happened with the LSATs of that year. After making a thorough analysis of the released LSATs, I can then make updates to the text, and add new sections as needed. The new … [Read more...]
Will There Be More 2021 LSAT Dates?
Currently, the LSAC website has tests scheduled in January, February, and April of 2021. But where are the test dates for later in the year? Will there be more 2021 LSAT dates posted soon? We’ve had a lot of questions lately from students who are anxiously waiting to see if there will be more dates, so let’s talk about what we will see. What Did LSAC Do In 2019 and 2020? In 2019, the LSAT was administered 7 times: January, March, June, July, September, October, and November. In 2020 we had 8 tests: January, February, May, June, July, late August, October, and November. Of course, 2020 was a … [Read more...]
The LSAT Scoring Scale and Your Percentile
Let me preface this post with an explanation of my intent. I think when almost everyone approaches their LSAT administration there are moments when scores occasionally plateau, and performance feels stagnant. As a result, and understandably, motivation can quickly vanish. This is apparent in the mid-ranges as students creep their way through the 140s and 150s, grinding for every point. People starting out and generally scoring lower find that every day brings new revelations and scores improve quickly. Whereas, test-takers in the upper ranges (160s and beyond) are naturally motivated by the … [Read more...]
LSAT Podcast Episode 75: State of the LSAT Union – 2020 Recap & 2021 Preview
2020 was a year of unprecedented change, from test cancellations amid quarantine orders to the introduction of the LSAT Flex. In this strange year's final PodCast, Jon and Dave recap the past twelve months—highlighting the pivotal LSAT developments, good and bad—before previewing what 2021 has in store. Be sure to stick around until the episode's end, as they also offer a first-ever glimpse at several new prep projects currently in the works! … [Read more...]
Do I Need to Know Legal Terms to Do Well on the LSAT?
A common question most students ask themselves when deciding to take on the LSAT concerns the vocabulary the LSAT requires you to know to do well. Do you need an especially large vocabulary? Or perhaps a working knowledge of legal or logical terms? With this in mind, let's take a closer look and discover what you need to know before you take the LSAT.The good news is that most of the words you'll encounter on the LSAT are of the simple, everyday variety. This includes a wide range of words such as "city," "witness," or "fuel." Most native speakers won't find these terms challenging, and … [Read more...]
LSAT Podcast Episode 74: Guessing Strategy (To Guess or Not to Guess; There Is No Question)
Guessing on the LSAT is never ideal, but if you’re forced to it’s best to play the odds. In this episode Dave and Jon break down guessing strategy section by section, offering statistical suggestions to help you gain every possible point. … [Read more...]
LSAT Podcast Episode 73: Student Question Mailbag #6
Jon and Dave are back with another round of student questions from the mailbag! In this episode they discuss the growing LSAT score bubble and its likely impact on school medians and admissions odds, the popularity of January and February and why you should consider both, when to write addenda (whether for scores, resume gaps, or legal missteps), how long LSAT skills tend to last, and more. … [Read more...]
10 Gifts to Get Your Law-Bound Loved One
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 get into a great Law School.We’ve put together the Ultimate LSAT Care Package List to help you give the future lawyer in your life a boost to help them succeed. Check it out!1. Tea or Coffee A cup always seems to warm you to the core and give you … [Read more...]
PowerScore PodCast Picks: Spotify Playlist
PowerScore LSAT PodCast listeners know that at the beginning of each episode Jon and Dave like to pick a song to set the scene, either pertaining to the main topic of the episode or what’s going on in the world that week. We recently compiled all of the song choices on Spotify, dating all the way back to the beginning, and we’re thrilled to present our new playlist: PowerScore PodCast Picks! This will be regularly-updated with each new episode’s song pick, so make sure to follow the playlist for the latest if you’re a Spotify user. Let us know if you ever have any songs pop into your head … [Read more...]
The Best Way to Review LSAT Reading Comprehension Questions
There are many excellent resources that discuss how to review LSAT questions in general, but few discuss the best ways to specifically review Reading Comprehension questions. It can be tough to review a full passage and 5 to 8 questions, so let’s discuss what you should be doing.Understand the Passage This may seem rather obvious, but it’s often an overlooked part of Reading Comprehension review. Go back and re-read the passage, and as you go through each line, make certain you understand what was said. Paraphrase and simplify each sentence and put it in your own words, because if you … [Read more...]
Number and Percentage (#%) LR Problem Tips
Are you having trouble with Number and Percentage Logical Reasoning problems? You're not alone! Number and Percentage problems can be among the most difficult, so the fact that they are giving you some trouble isn't unusual. They are likely to appear at least a few times on your test, so you'll want to make sure you have these ideas locked down. Here are some helpful suggestions to improve your #% performance, and several examples to make the ideas stick. Determine the Focus Make sure that the #s and %s that are used in the problem are the focus of the problem. The people who make the test … [Read more...]