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Not sure what happened, but I cannot see any of the explanation videos when I click on the PT.....

Can anyone please assist. I probably pressed on something to lock it, but I have no clue... Thanks

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Hi friends! I am registered for the April test, and am aiming to have my overview of the curriculum complete in the next week-ish, so that I can move on to practice tests for the last 12-14 days. I'm not working at the moment, so I've had the brain space and time to focus on this since mid-February, and while more time would always be better, I'm ready to get this done so I can move on to the next chapter in figuring out my life! My plan is to take at least one practice test per day -- morning test, afternoon BR, and if I'm up for it, evening problem sets to work through questions that I'm iffier or feeling less confident about.

Are there any recommendations for how to prioritize the prep tests? I've been planning to work in reverse chronological order and do as many as I can without losing my mind. Other suggestions?

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I've been studying since October and my original test date was Feb. My scores weren't increasing after a lot of tutoring, and on individual sections I was scoring great but altogether it was completely different. I pushed back my feb test date to April because my scores were not what I needed them to be. Right before I took a two week break I scored the highest on a preptest (159), and when I came back from break I was right back to a 153 (my diagnostic score). My goal score is around a 163, but lately I haven't been able to break 154. I am used to scoring about 18-20 on each section individually, but altogether it seems to be a lot worse. I don't know what's happening to my scores but they just keep getting lower since I took the 2 week break from studying. I don't know what to do and the test is a month away, I want to at least get to 160 before the date. Help!

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Hi everyone,

I would really like some advice on should I take the October 2021 LSAT. I'm an international student currently in Asia and was originally planning on taking the April, June, and July LSAT-Flex. However, as LSAC cancelled the July test this year and I'm not eligible to take the August test due to being an international student, I'm struggled between taking the October test or not. I've already registered for the April and June test, but I'm not 100% sure that I can reach my ideal score in these two attempts. Therefore, I'm just wondering does everyone think the October test's score will be too late for the 2022 admission cycle? (I know that theoretically we can get our scores back before Thanksgiving but I really wanna send out all my applications before November).

Any advice would help!

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Hello! As I work through problem sets, I'm realizing that I'm "spoiling" full-length practice tests. Are the problem sets meant to be worked through fully? Anyone have any strategies on how to save untouched PTs, while also getting enough practice before "graduating" to taking full-length PTs? Any advice would be appreciated. #help

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About me: I have studied the LSAT for just over a year, starting out in the low 150s to finally scoring 177 in the February test. It's been a tumultuous year with many ups and downs (including a 5-month 160s plateau, surviving pandemic NYC, studying while working full-time), and I have experimented with many study methods (took prep course, gone through most LSAT books on the market, worked with tutors). I've been lucky enough to receive a lot of help along the way and so I hope to give a little back (inspired by @vicxwwwww ✨✨).

DM me with (1) your current score and your target goal (2) a few key areas or topics that you want to focus on (be as specific as possible, see below!) (3) your preferred availability (4) target LSAT date, if available. I am currently based in NYC and am working full-time so scheduling might be limited. Sessions will likely be through zoom!

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Update:

-- Didn't expect so many messages, so responses might be delayed. Will try my best to reply but no guarantees!

-- Updates were made to information to DM, stick with the info requested above

-- DM, don't comment (having a hard time keeping track)!

-- When messaging, try to be as specific as possible i.e. avoid "want to improve on LG/LR" and instead try "want to focus on most strongly supported questions"

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I am retaking the LSAT and signed up for 7sage. Previously I studied with Powerscore bibles...do you recommend going through the entire course and kind of fast forwarding sections I feel comfortable with or just skipping around and focusing on weak areas (definitely logic games)? Also should the syllabus be done in oder or is it ok to skip around?

Thanks!

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Hello all,

After browsing through these discussions boards for hours on end, my LSAT journey has finally come to an end. I have seen so many helpful tips from all of you and so I wanted to give back and leave some of my own.

Background: I started studying for the LSAT in December of 2020 in preparation for the January 2021 exam. I figured that the LSAT couldn't be that hard. I was wrong. In my first month of studying I used bits of the Princeton Review Book, LSAC Prep Tests, and YouTube videos. It didn't work out as well as I would have liked. I felt unprepared for the real test and I ended up receiving a score of 152. I had signed up for the February 2021 exam as a back up plan, and so I had one month to figure things out. I decided to undertake a completely different strategy during the span of this month, which is the one I will late out here. Please note that although this may have worked for me, everyone is different and has their own goals so please pick and choose what may help you!

BIG TIP: You need time. I was an idiot for thinking that I could study effectively in the span of a month for both of these tests. Fortunately, it ended up working out for me but I think that it is best to allocate at least 3 months of serious studying for this beast of a test. Of course, if you don't have the luxury of time it's still possible, just harder.

Study Materials: I personally used the 7Sage Curriculum, LSAT Trainer, and LSAC Prep Tests. In my month of studying to increase my score I spent three weeks going through the 7Sage Core Curriculum, which is an absolute must to get a great theoretical backing behind the questions that will be asked. In week four I spent time working through the LSAT Trainer's discussions on LR and RC. In week five I did as many PTs as I could.

Logic Games: I sucked at logic games. In my first PT I missed about 15 questions, but by the end of studying it became my favorite section and I would only miss about 2-3 questions. To master logic games I followed the 7Sage Full Proof Method. The way that 7Sage organizes and explains the games is unbelievable. Do the games again and again, because frankly THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS A "UNIQUE" GAME. Ya ya there are some weird ones, but for the most part it's the same reiteration of a type of game. The more you do, the more comfortable you'll get. 7Sage was the only source I used to improve my logic games, and I would recommend it to anyone.

Logical Reasoning: Buy the LSAT Trainer. Seriously. The way the Trainer simplifies this section is fantastic. If you follow the Trainer's Flaw-based model I truly think that you will begin to feel much more comfortable with this section.

Reading Comp: I hate reading comp. It's boring, it's long, it sucks. In my opinion, there is no true way to master it other than read and read and read and read. Develop your own strategies of highlighting, not highlighting, or whatever you feel comfortable with. As you begin to see more and more passages you will begin to see that, although the topics change drastically, the structure of the passages remains pretty constant. The other big thing with reading comp. is mindset. Try to be interested in whatever they are talking about, it makes it much easier.

Final Thoughts: According to 7Sage I put in around 100 hours studying from the January test until the February test. Hard work pays off. But remember, one test does not define who you are or how "smart" you are. Don't let this test own you. Laugh in its face and continue to believe in yourself! You got this.

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Hi everyone,

I'd like to offer free LR tutoring (a few hours a week) to reinforce and share the strategies I've learned from @RuralCactus who has been tutoring me for the past few months. I've been able to improve my average LR score from a -8 to a -4. I'd love to work with someone who is in the low-mid 160s, scoring -6 to -8 in LR sections. I feel I will be able to help these people the most as I recently broke out of that plateau and I'm looking to hone in on executing my strategies to consistently score -2 or above. I'm based in Pacific Time Zone but I can be flexible. Please PM me if you are interested. Thanks!

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I was wondering if anyone had advice on how to overcome the low 160's plateau. I have been consistently scoring 160-163 on my past tests. I am on a schedule of taking 2 preptests a week and have not been seeing improvement. I began focusing on taking problem sets on the specific areas of LR that I was having issues with (Flaw, Weakening) and though I do see myself getting less of those questions wrong, now I am getting an entirely new set of questions wrong (MCC, Strengthening)

Usually my LR and RC will average 4-6 wrong on each test and my LG is around 3-5. I purchased loophole and am in the process of going through it but I am feeling a bit hopeless as I am aiming to take the April test with a goal score of 167-169. I am thinking of completely stopping preptesting and focusing on my foundational skills, but I just don't know the best way to go about this.

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hey everyone! Where did you guys starting taking PTs from after the CC? Some start from the 50s, some later on! Ive been using 1-40 as drills but am wondering which PT I should take as my first. Any advice is appreciated!

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Hello,

I got back my February LSAT score, and while it's good, I want to retake the LSAT in August because I know I can do better based on my preptests, and I'm hoping to improve even more. However, I've used up all fresh preptest material, so I was wondering if anyone has any advice on how to properly study when I've already seen all the preptest material?

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Hi I am looking for a in-person tutor for the LSAT in the metro Atlanta area. I feel like self study has not been as helpful as I hoped, and I need to try another route.

I understand online is much more ideal, but I work much better face to face rather than digital.

I am 100% willing to pay.

If you know anyone please let me know.

Thanks a ton!

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