Self-study
I just scheduled my in-person test date and time for June. I'm feeling very nervous and jittery as always, and I've booked off 4 days from work before my test so I can mentally prepare myself and also complete the argumentative writing portion. Anyone have any advice on how I should spend my time those last few days before the test? Any experience with in-person testing centres (ontario based)? Is it a good idea for me to do the argumentative writing portion that close to my test day?
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In my experience, one day is all you need especially if you're taking it in person and do not need to set up a space at home to take it remotely.
As far as prep, I like thinking about it like I am preparing for a race. I do a "mini test", or a small set of LR and RC questions that might be representative of the actual test, and then tapper for the rest of the day. I also like writing down on a piece of paper my general approach to questions and things I want to be thinking of when taking it. Definitely get a good night's rest and eat healthy foods for dinner and breakfast. I think everyone has their own ways of preparing and taking it is a good way of figuring what yours are.
I'm planning on doing the writing portion like a week after the test! Need some time to prepare just for the exam, then I'll make time to prepare just for the writing and then get that out of the way.
@DaisukeKaga I was thinking of this too but got nervous because I've heard it can take a while to get your score released if you wait to take the writing portion
@Ssss unless you're in a huge rush to get your score released, I assume delaying the writing sample by a few days to a week will not significantly delay your score. You're allowed to do the writing sample for up to 1 year after the LSAT I believe? so I think that's why they warn about the score being delayed, they won't release it until you do it. If you want your score back in June asap, then do the sample in advance. If you can wait an extra week, then take it after!
@Ssss Some people may find it beneficial to get the writing sample out of the way so that once you finish the test, you can fully relax and not worry about anything else! Personal preference - unless you need your LSAT score ASAP to send to law schools or to determine if you need to sign up for another test.