Does @Burden_of_Floof have the best username/avatar combo on 7sage?

a late celebratory post that i bumped up my score by 9 points in a short amount of time! it caused one of the schools i had already been admitted to, to increase my scholarship offer by $10,000 per year--a very real reminder that every point counts, and the lsat holds way too much power.

i had been PT-ing an average of maybe 162/163 by the nov. lsat, my first time taking the lsat, but i was nervous + holding my bladder come test day. couldn't focus. jan lsat, i felt super calm and i got lucky with an especially easy reading comp section, which is my worst section.

just throwing this out in case it gives anyone hope of increasing their score! i'd offer tips but i don't feel that great at anything other than logic games. the advice there is simple: keep fool-proofing. it really took me from ~ oct. 2019 to nov. 2020 to get consistently good where i'd miss 3 on average. my first PT, i missed 13. be in it for the long haul!

I just requested assistance with LSAC to get a computer loan for April’s test and was wondering if anyone had experience with this? How many days in advanced do I get the loaner before my test date and would I need to download any software required by ProctorU, or would it already be set up for me? Also, would I be able to take a PT on the loaner before test day in order to get familiar with using it?

I did the score predictor from Khan Academy and was able to get an estimate of my starting score (in the 140s :( ). I did not do a full diagnostic exam yet. Is it absolutely vital to do a full diagnostic exam?

Hello my name is Luan Phan,

I'm a first generation Asian - American with aspirations of attending a T - 14 Law School. I have been studying for the LSAT on and off throughout college and decided pretty late in my career to attend law school. However; I recently have just graduated college and I feel kind of lost on how to proceed forward and would appreciate any advice that is provided.

Some context into my situation - I did exceptionally well in college and received an A in all my classes as a Marketing Major and would now like to transition my life towards studying for this rigorous exam. I plan on taking the exam around Late July(Which is 5 months) and this exam is my entire focus for this time - period. How would you approach studying for the exam? I have completed some of the core curriculum, but will start over from the beginning again, since I had to stop studying due to graduation and the circumstances of the ongoing pandemic.

I don't really have anyone to ask for help because none of my friends are pursuing the same career aspirations or have similar aspirations as mine, that is why I am reaching out to those who are more experienced. I'm really anxious and scared because my family and friends believe in me, but I just need a little bit of help in the right direction.

Update: Thank you so much for all the help that was given to me! I am truly appreciative and was at a very mentally tough place in my life this past month. However; I have taken some time off to refocus and get my life in - order so that I can focus on this exam. I have realize that this journey is now about an ideal score, but the continuous improvement on your skillsets and I have learned to trust the process and believe in myself. I appreciate all of your time and effort in helping me through my struggles. From the bottom of my heart thank you so much to everybody!

Hi,

I'm sure this question has been posted before, but I'm curious how to use 7Sage to study. I think I want to take August 2021 LSAT. I am open to June 2021 but I am trying to be realistic. I work full time at a law firm. I studied for 4 months late 2020 and experienced burnout, so I took a break to enjoy the holidays and I moved to a new city. Once I got back into my studies, I got covid. I've had 7sage for about a month now and I just finished the Lawgic section. How does anyone recommend I use this program moving forward? I love it so far, but it seems like it could take me so long to get through it. Should I skip around? Should I jump to the sections I struggle with most? Should I dedicate 1 month to LG sections, 1 months to LR sections, 1 month to RC sections if do able, and then use the remaining months to drill and do practice tests? I'd appreciate anyone's advice. Thank you.

Hello all,

I know how difficult, infuriating, and tiring the LSAT can be, but do not give up because it is learnable! This week I am hosting free group tutoring so you can gain new perspectives while commiserating with likeminded individuals. All lessons are over Zoom and the times are: Monday and Thursday evenings at 6:00 PM EST and Tuesday morning at 10:00 AM EST. Come with questions and LSAT enthusiasm!

Meeting id: 487 220 2044

Passcode: LSAT301

See you then!

Elliad

Hello Everyone!

Back from a hiatus due to personal issues and I am excited to continue this series on 7sage.

This is a single session of a full LR Tutoring Series.

This session will be focusing on LSAT Basics and Mindset, The session is suited for beginners as well as those struggling with LR in general, all skill ranges are welcome. The topics I will be discussing have helped those just starting their journey as well students looking to get LR down to -2 I'll be holding the session Tuesday 2/23/21 at 6PM EST.

We will be using PT(S) 19 - 23 for examples.

Topic: LsatBird's Zoom Meeting

Time: Feb 23, 2021 06:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71640015275?pwd=UXdsQlREN3cxR3RDMEVNYjVqOEZ5UT09

Meeting ID: 716 4001 5275

Passcode: SY7zHj

See you there!

Hi everyone! I was stuck in the 140s for a very long time and am now scoring above the 150s. If anyone needs advice on how to breakout I would love to share the 7sage techniques that helped me!

I know the analytics uses prep tests. Is there a way we can add individual sections to it? Say I drill the logical reasoning from pt 5 can I add that to the analytics?

I had a question concerning the study schedule. Do y'all go through every single lesson/quiz.problem set before moving on, or if you feel like you've grasped the material fairly well, do you move on with further lessons and leave some of the problem sets for later? I feel like I'm not studying as efficiently by doing all the problem sets before moving on to later core curriculum, and I feel like it'll help to go through all the core curriculum first! Thoughts, opinions?

I am at a impasse. I am trying to decide whether I should test in June 2021 or August 2021.

I finished my first practice test. My test score was 134 on my first try. The Blind review score was 141. If I test in June, I am on a three and a half month plan. If I test in august, I am on a 5 and a half month plan.

Is it worth a shoot testing in June 2021 because 3 months is the average study time or due to my situation should I study longer due to my time constraints?

Hi all (administrators who can help as well),

I remember signing up for a webinar about admissions through 7sage. Where can I find the webinar link? I don't see anything in my email and I do not want to miss it.

Thanks for any help!

Hi everyone! My name is Marium, I have been studying for the LSAT using the LSAT trainer as well as Khan Academy since last September. I recently decided to take a gap year after I graduate Spring 2022, so I'm no longer stressed about taking the LSAT this summer like I originally planned. I'm hoping to take it this Fall, and then possibly again in April 2022 (which is the goal date I put into the course schedule).

My question is, am I able to skip over lessons in this course? I feel like I already know a lot seeing as I've been studying since September. Of course there is much to improve on which is why I signed up for 7sage because I'm determined to get a score in the 170s range and I want to take advantage of as many study sources as possible. I'm a very busy person and don't know if ill have the time to devote to subjects in this course that I feel I'm already good at, so I really would love some advice on how to craft my study schedule as someone who has already been studying for a while.

Thank you!

It would be nice.

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I just took feb yesterday and don't feel super great about it. I have been PTing around 168-172 but am not confident in how I did yesterday. Usually LG is my strongest and I bank on -0 in this section, but I was rocked by a tough game (and also wasn't even loving how I felt about the other 3??). LR is also usually a solid -4 for me but I really don't feel well about yesterday's LR. There were a few questions that I couldn't quite pre-phrase ( ugh AND i even changed a couple of answers last minute which I neverrrrr do 🤢🥴). and of course, RC, sweet RC, the only consistency in my LSAT journey has been that no matter what, RC will always be a surprise for me. Yesterday was no exception. I had just recently gotten really scientific about mastering RC in the same way I had been with the other sections, but going into the test I knew that section had the most room for growth. Post-exam, I am feeling like my mechanics are good but that I was a little nervous and could've had better instincts overall, but especially in LR.

Seeking tips from people who have retaken the exam before. How did you reuse materials? How much time did you give yourself before taking the exam again (1 month? 3 months?)? Any other things you wished you had known going through the retake process/studying after your first LSAT?

I have been studying since May 2020, used a really great tutor but ultimately stopped once I got into the high 160s because it was really expensive, but really helpful. Used & loved Ellen's loophole + 7sage for videos, analytics, and occasional fundamentals refreshers. Goal score is 170+..... Seeking all the recs, tips, and advice. Thank you :)

Hi everyone- studying for the April 2021 LSAT. Started at PT 50 to do a game section a day and LR here and there. RC needs work.

In factoring my allowance of how many tests to leave before April's LSAT, how many do you typically take, in terms of sitting through full PT in the lets say 3-4 weeks leading up to your test? How do you space them apart?

Looking for general opinions so I can create a schedule, appreciate it, thanks

Hey guys, wondering why the format used on the 7Sage Problem Sets and presumably the Practice Tests (haven't gotten there yet) does not have an option to reflect what the actual digital LSAT looks like? Talking about really small nit-picky details like the font and shape of the bubbles, but I still feel like these things matter when you are practicing. Does anyone know if there is some licensing reason behind this? Thanks in advance!

Hi,

Could someone explain to me what's the difference in usage of the Preptests 1-35 (Drilling Materials) and the Preptests that come after PT35? Are we supposed to take Preptests 1-35 as full timed-tests or are we using the different sections for drilling?

Thanks!

Hi everyone,

LSAC made several announcements today. The following are a few summary points of the announcements:

The LSAC will continue to provide the LSAT in an online, live remote-proctored format through June 2022.

The test dates for June 2021 through June 2022 have been released on LSAC's site: https://www.lsac.org/lsat/lsat-dates-deadlines-score-release-dates.

The LSAT will continue to have three scored sections. Starting in August, LSAC will return to their pre-COVID practice of including an unscored variable section along with the three scored sections.

With the addition of a fourth, unscored section, LSAC plans to include a short break between the second and third sections of the new LSAT starting August 2021.

Scores will continue to be reported on the 120-180 LSAT range, along with a percentile ranking.

The LSAT will continue to have three scored sections and one unscored variable section for the next several years.

LSAC will continue to address access and equity by providing solutions for candidates who do not have the necessary equipment, internet access, or quiet place to test.

I have also included the full text of LSAC's announcement below:

"First, given the expressed preference of the substantial majority of test takers, we are announcing that we will continue to provide the LSAT in an online, live remote-proctored format through June 2022.

We are also announcing the June 2021 test date, as well as test dates for the entire next cycle, which will begin in August and run through June 2022, so that candidates may plan in advance for the timing that works best. You can find the schedule here https://www.lsac.org/lsat/lsat-dates-deadlines-score-release-dates.

The LSAT will continue to have three scored sections. Starting in August, we will return to our pre-COVID practice of including an unscored variable section along with the three scored sections so that we can validate new test questions for future use. This validation process is a vital part of our commitment to equity and helps us ensure our questions continue their long standard of being free from any kind of bias. With the addition of a fourth, unscored section, we plan to include a short break between the second and third sections of the new LSAT starting August 2021, similar to the break mid-way through the traditional in-person LSAT that was used before the COVID-19 emergency.

The LSAT will continue to have three scored sections and one unscored variable section for the next several years, and you can learn more about the LSAT for August 2021 and beyond on our website.

Scores will continue to be reported on the 120-180 LSAT range, along with a percentile ranking. Our questions and methodology will remain the same, meaning the LSAT will continue to be the most valid and reliable indicator of first-year law school success. Because they both contain three scored sections with the same methodology and questions, we anticipate that scores from the current LSAT-Flex and the LSAT beginning in August will be aligned. As always, our measurement scientists will continue to scrutinize and evaluate all the data to ensure scores preserve their meaning across test administrations.

As we move forward with another full year of online testing to help ensure the safety of all candidates, LSAC will continue to address access and equity by providing solutions for candidates who do not have the necessary equipment, internet access, or quiet place to test. Please make sure that your students know that LSAC stands ready to assist them, so they have the resources they need. Thus far, we have provided 2,400 loaner devices to candidates who needed a computer and have provided a quiet place to test and internet access for over 1,100 more. Through our deep commitment to disability rights, we will of course also continue to address the needs of all candidates who require testing accommodations."

Hey guys, so I have been reading a few posts about people asking about their "chances" at some schools. These are people with high 160's and even 170's who have written the FLEX. They seem worried about such high scores (170+) and claim there are too many people with those scores since Flex. This is really confusing me because I felt the scoring was meant to ensure that not many people would be able to get those high scores, isn't grading something on a curve meant to ensure that is not the case. Perhaps I am confused or misunderstanding this or the posters are mistaken. If someone would clear this up I would really appreciate it.

I had taken a massive hiatus and am looking to begin prepping again to hopefully write the test end of year and many people claiming those high scores have become normal is a bit concerning.

I am not new to LSAT prep, I previously took a course for another company, but I wanted a program that could help me study further. As such, I have already taken numerous tests on LawHub prior to buying the monthly subscription for 7Sage. I've linked my LawHub account, but it doesn't show any of my previous scores. Do I need to manually submit all my answers? (Or did something go wrong) Thank you for the help.

So far I have only taken the diagnostic and am half way through intro to logic on the syllabus. When should I start taking full length practice tests? I do not want to waste them if I am not ready... thanks #help

how long is your writing sample "good for" before you need re-do it?

check them out!

https://www.lsac.org/lsat-august-2021-and-beyond

https://twitter.com/LSAC_Official