Self-study
I just received my April score, and I’m genuinely disappointed. I scored a 156, which is a big jump from my first diagnostic score of 141 back in November, but I still feel like I should be seeing higher results by now. I’m planning to take the test again in August, but now I am lacking a little motivation since the score release and could really use some advice. My goal score is a 169, but right now it’s starting to feel unrealistic.
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Coming from someone who had a 133 diagnosis. I took my first test in September of last year and scored a 146, a significant jump from having no idea what to expect and minimal practice due to a lack of resources. With that said, I felt extremely defeated after my first score release and had to delay my application cycle because I thought I'd definitely do better on the actual test. News flash... I did not do better. My advice would be to do what I did: take time to digest your score, take a 1-2 week break from any LSAT stuff at all. After your break, go back to basics, make sure you understand the fundamentals (of your problem areas, if applicable), then start ramping back up studying as you prepare for your next test. I followed that exact process and am now PT'ing in the low 160s, which gives me a high chance of getting into the school I want to go to. Best of luck to you in your studying, remember this test does not define you!!
@MakennaRiley17 Thank you so much! Wishing you the best as well.
I am in a similar situation! Just got a 157, but had 144 diagnostic. I spent the academic year studying, being a full-time student, and working part-time so I think self-studying just was not for me. I am looking into tutoring, but am a little scared for the upcoming application cycle.
I need the same advice! I had a solid score jump from the Septemeber test and now contimplating if it is good enough or if I should take again.