I noticed that some people use the wrong answer journal.

Do you find it useful?

I'd love to try it but do not know where to start.

It would be a huge help if you can share the document if there is any!

Hello! I am looking for a motivated study partner in my area , please ping me

I currently live in the Bronx, but work in the city. Looking for a study buddy for the LSAT exam next year 2023.

I used to be able to use the drill builder and create drills by difficulty but that seems to have been replaced. Is there any way we can still access it? I'm getting largely low difficulty questions now

Looking for a study buddy. I'm Planning on taking the test in June.

Hey guys!

To my knowledge, we don't know what the experimental section is. What's the best way to prepare for it? I was thinking of doing a PT with two LG, two LR, and two RC so I'm prepared. Does that seem like a sound strategy?

Thanks in advance!

I am not quite sure what to do. I do very well on all the timed practice sets and I've learned all the LSAT content. However, no matter what I do, I cannot seem to do well on any of the LSAT PrepTests or the real exam. I always run out of time and go super slow for some reason, and the answers don't come to me like they do in the practice tests. Any tips to get over this?

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Anyone else having trouble studying out of pure anxiety? Every time I go to drill or even just sit down to rewatch the CC I feel so much anxiety knowing that I have to take the real thing in November, and I feel no where near ready and I feel like I won't be ready even though there's still plenty of time to hone in on the things I've been struggling with in all sections. If anyone has any tips on overcoming this I would really appreciate it!

Where can I find the recordings of previous live classes?

Hello everyone, I am new to this website. I would like to take a diagnostic test before I purchase the monthly plan. Who can please tell me where it is or just share the link with me. Will very much appreciate it.

I'm currently working through the core curriculum and like taking a break to read discussion posts about success stories, score increases, and study habits. Especially with study habits, I get excited at the thought of having completed the core curriculum and can take what I know and apply to PTs.

My main question comes for those of you having completed the core curriculum and are now studying without the guidance of the core curriculum. PTing is relatively straight forward. BRing is all about the review of the PT and evaluating every answer choice you're not sure of under an untimed environment. 7Sage recommends about 2-3 PT a week with BR so account for 2-3 days for that.

What are you doing when you're not PTing and BRing?

I see a lot of users talk about their study habits of 5-6 days a week. What does the day of studying look like when you're not PTing and BRing? Are you going over core curriculum videos? Are you reviewing vocabulary and materials that assist in LR? Are you doing drills and practice sets? Just curious of how you set up your study sessions when you're not dedicating most of your time to PTing and BRing? Thanks!

I'm taking the LSAT in 18 days in October.. are you guys practicing PT's by clicking the "modern" button before starting the test (aka 3 sections) or doing all 4?

I took the LSAT in September for the first time and am beyond disappointed in my score. I find reading the forums about wild score increases to be motivating, but then I realize so many people have been studying for a year or more. Frankly, I do not have the money or time to do that. I managed to study from March-June very sporadically since spring semester was in full spring and I work full time. I was able to study regularly from June-August but that was still difficult with my work schedule and classes starting again. I am now amping my studying back up to prepare for the November LSAT, but I feel incredibly doubtful that more score will increase significantly if at all. I am meeting with my mentor to create a new study plan but would like input on here, as well. If I don't do well in November, what should my next step be? I wanted to apply to schools by October 30th but now my timeline is muddled and I'm not sure what to do. Thanks in advance; I appreciate any constructive feedback.

Hello,

I was wondering if anyone had any tips to not get overly nervous on test day.

I took the August test, and despite taking tons of practice test and drills, I blacked out when the test started. On the practice tests, I was consistently scoring in the high 160's-low 170's and even reached a 173 on the practice test the day before I took the real one. However, my official score was much much lower than that. I know that I am capable of getting my dream score, but I cannot help but feel overly nervous when the test comes around... I tried the usual "take a deep breath" but that obviously did not help.

Anyone got any tips before the October test?

After a slightly disappointing result in August, I was able to meet my goal score in September. I'm thrilled to be able to move on and begin submitting applications. For those considering a retake after scoring below PT average: it's awful to have to recommit to studying, but it can be worth the time and money to bet on yourself with a retake. There's absolutely a decent amount of variability in scores just given on whether the test on a given day plays to your strengths. Getting the first-time test-taking nerves out of the way can also help you stay more focused and not make mistakes you wouldn't normally make.

And, for those considering tutoring: Chris Bearne is fantastic! I worked with him primarily on Logic Games and reading, and I think he was one of the main reasons I was able to meet my goal score. When I started working with him, I was comfortable with the basics of the games, but my timing/consistency was not where I wanted it to be: I was maybe -2 to -4 on most sections. Chris helped me get to a place where I was confident in getting near -0, even on sections that took me by surprise. He was also incredibly kind and professional, and clearly puts in work even outside of sessions to be prepared to help his students- finding games or passages that are appropriate for your individual needs, and reviewing screen video of real practice test takes. I would definitely recommend him to anyone, especially someone looking to break a plateau in Logic Games.

For those who have been scoring in the 170s on this years LSATs, would you mind sharing how many questions you missed (not sure if this info is available) and what you're score was? 7sage has only a few preptests that use the modern test scoring with 3 scored sections and 1 experimental, and I'm not sure how reliable the "simulate modern" feature is.

For reference, I just got -6 on the entire test for PT83, and some alleged raw score converters online from LSAC place this as a 176. Just curious as to the real numbers from you test takers, I'm taking my test here in two weeks!

Am I able to see what score I got on each section? or only just my total score

I love seeing the thank you 7sage posts so I thought i'd stop by and also extends my gratitude to 7sage and this community.

I believe its also important to movitate each other and to show that hard work can pay off. It's taken me about 9 months to reach this point and hope to motivate others to believe in themselves and work hard to achieve your goal.

I definitely wouldn't have made it this far without 7sage and without the support of the community so thank you!

Taking one more shot at it in November, let's goooo!!

Saw another thank you 7sage and thought to write my own! I took my first diagnostic and was heartbroken considering my goals included top schools and I was concerned about taking on debt. I used this program for around 7 months before my test and getting my score back was one of the happiest moments I have felt in recent years. To think nothing is off limits because of this website still makes me tear up. So overall, I just want to thank the developers and the teachers for making such a great impact on so many peoples lives!

Hey everyone. I’m taking the upcoming October LSAT probably on Friday the 14th. When would ya’ll recommend taking my final PT? Should I avoid taking any PTs the week of my LSAT or should I fit one PT in on that week? Thanks!

Hello everyone,

I’d like to start by giving some context. I am 23 years old and graduated from college last year in December. I graduated with a degree in political science with a 3.5 GPA and worked for a law firm and my senator during my undergrad. I am also an officer candidate for the USMC. However, here lies the problem: I have had some issues with the recruiting process, and it is becoming very inconvenient.

I was scheduled to leave this year in May and then September. Although, both times I was kept from leaving because my recruiter made some strategic mistakes regarding a medical matter. So, we are waiting to hear back from an agency that approves and disapproves of candidates. We are expecting their response to either be that I am either approved to leave in January or that they will make more requests for medical exams, which may postpone my leaving to the summer of next year. This has become burdensome in both my own time benchmarks and intermediate employment.

My plan with the USMC was to (1) get professional work experience, (2) fulfill my itch for military service, (3) become financially independent, and (4) use the GI Bill to pay for law school. Though, my perspectives are changing as I become older. I have always wanted to join the armed forces/USMC since I was a child, but I want to practice law long-term. So, as time goes on, I am growing weary about pressing into the USMC.

That being said, here’s where I am regarding the LSAT/admissions. I have only started studying within the last month and have not taken a diagnostic. I seem to be picking up the material fine though. I was considering taking the LSAT in January and sending out my applications immediately upon receiving my score. Though from what research I have done, it would seem best to apply next September.

So, I guess to finish with a few questions

For anyone who has served as a commissioned officer, was it worth serving

before going to law school?

a. Can anyone in the reserves vouch for their experience?

Should I be patient and join to use the GI Bill to pay for law school?

a. Or, should I take my chance at scholarships and try to mitigate for any other costs?

Is beginning to practice law at about 30 a little late in the game, or is this a myth

if you have valuable work experience?

If I do proceed with applying for schools, am I right in considering waiting for the next cycle?

I would love to hear your comments or antidotal experiences and any objectivity.

For anyone replying to these questions, do not feel compelled to answer all of them or in any specific order.

Just a general question for those of you who have completed the CC?

I've been working my way through and have been taking notes throughout. At the rate I'm going the College Ruled three ring notebook I have will be pretty chalked full of ideas and key terms. In addition, I've been downloading the PDF's that are given to you and have been making Quizlets for stuff I need to remember.

How do you view your notes at the end of core curriculum? What I envision is being able to condense all my notes down into the three sections (LR, LG, and RC) and then being able to break it down into question types and common mistakes or common ideas to look out for (if applicable).

Just curious how you've used your CC notes and if there's any recommendations for someone who wants to be an avid note taker and make sure they're not missing anything.

Thanks!

Hello everyone. With the October LSAT getting closer and closer I was looking for help with what I should do at this point. I seem to average -8 on RC and between -3 and -6 on LG. LR is a complete tossup between like a -7 or as bad as a -15. It’s my worst section. I must clearly lack some fundamentals of LR to be doing so poorly and with how little time is left until the October LSAT my question becomes: At this point, should I even bother in reviewing LR fundamentals/drilling LR weaknesses? Or should I just solely focus on LG in hopes of perfecting to -1 or -0 for a last minute score boost? I’m honestly torn because -1 or -0 on LG is not a guarantee for me but after months of studying my LR has simply not improved either.

Hi, I'm newly graduated from undergrad and I'm really unsure of how to start studying for the LSAT. I had wanted to start at the beginning of this month, but I haven't started doing anything because getting a tutor or live classes is so expensive, but I would like the accountability that studying on my own wouldn't give me. I'd like others perspectives to know what works best? Self study or having a tutor/class? I would really appreciate some advice :/

Thank you!