I've noticed that reading the powerscore books have not really motivated or helped me significantly. Also how many times have you read these books? Are they even advised anymore? Sure there are some general concepts that help but overall barely any improvement.

So I want to know if it would be terrible to just jump into the PT's. Do one a day and review that PT later in the evening. I have done this today and it seems almost more useful than nonstop reading. (I also have the availability of a super genius who helps me with all of the problems I can't get right, even after looking back) I am used to overworking myself so that is not an issue and I have plenty of time.

Study hard until the 9th. Then, take a nice break and reward yourself by either a) kicking the demon's asses during the invasions, b) playing the new demon hunter class or c) doing a bit of both.

You get iLvl700 gear from the invasions, so stock up! (Don't forget those Doomsayer achievements too, they go away after prepatch.)

If you haven't seen the WoW shorts or previews yet, here they are:

Previews:

Shorts:

Hey Guys,

I thought I'd share some cool information. So, as you all may know, this LSAT prep stuff can get pretty expensive. Well, I was doing some research, and I found a scholarship called the Franklin LSAT Prep Scholarship, offered through the University of Washington. Any one can apply from any school, weather you are an undergrad or post grads, particularly if you demonstrate financial need. All you need is your resume, transcript, and an essay.

I applied to the scholarship and I was awarded $500 dollars that very day to go towards a prep course. So, I would look into it and and do your research because there are other scholarships out there like this one.

I honestly have been thinking about writing a review about how amazing this pencil sharpener really is. But I was hesitant to do so. But I have been so happy with it that I had to share this with you all. Maybe someone will find this useful and make that change.

The History: For the past three months, I have been using only pencil to study for LSAT. This is because I want to get into the habit of working with them. I was a full believer in buying the 46 cents pencil-sharpener from Walmart. I hate wasting money on stupid things, and I definitely believed a pencil sharpener at the end of the day was just a pencil sharpener. The result: I hated sharpening pencils! They would often break, get stuck in the sharpener, and I literally had to buy a pack of 12 pencils per two weeks with a new sharpener because I think it stopped working as well as it did the first couple of days. It was so frustrating! Sometimes, that pencil sharpener would actually split my pencil in halves!!!!!!!! So, one day, while I was watching one of Nicole's video's one youtube, I think for reading comprehension, and she mentioned the Blackwing Palomino sharpener. I looked it up on amazon...$12 bucks!!!! I know in the scope of things its not much, but to me it seemed a bit excessive for just a pencil sharpener. So I basically continued trying to work and be frustrated with my cheapest Walmart sharpener. But one night, I realized enough was enough and I just put my values of being cheap on sharpener's aside and just bought it. :)

The Result 1 Month Later: It's honestly one of the most amazing pencil sharpener's that I have come across. Lets start with the fact that it has yet to break ANY of my pencils, lead or the whole pencil, while sharpening! Also, the pencil is sharpened to a perfect pointy way which makes writing with it, especially when doing games where you want you pencils to write crisply so your boards look neat and clean, so much more a reality. I have yet to buy another sharpener or another PENCIL PACK! It's so efficient in sharpening that I barely have to sharpen often and because it doesn't break my pencil's lead, I don't have to go buy as many pencils which in the end have saved me much more money than I did with the 46 cents Walmart sharpener.

Verdict: BUY IT!!!! lol I don't think I would buy it later in life where I will not be using pencils as much but right now when I am working 6-10 hours a day with a pencil, a good sharpener makes a difference! Plus one less thing that's frustrating me while I am studying for a very frustrating test. :)

Also, If you guys have any other cool suggestions please let me know :)

So I'm aware I'm not trying to get into a T-14 school. I have actually set my eyes on a rather low ranking regional school, where I intend to live after law school. My question is how much studying does it really take to get a 160. I've heard so many mixed reviews that just a few PT's makes breaking into the 60's rather easy. My cold diagnostic was a 152. Looking to hear other people's stories on how much and how long it took to start hitting the 60's. Please just don't say two months, like I want to know how many hours a day/week, what material, ect. Any advice helps.

Is there any way or anywhere to purchase a blank copy of this test without purchasing the whole Super Prep II? Or am I out of luck with that?

Hey guys last week I was redoing PTs in the 60's and getting scores around 167. The first time I did the 60's PT was during last october. I did PT 72 for the first time and ended up with a 154. Any advice?

I can't escape law, even when I'm browsing sites on my breaks. :(

I have some questions regarding letters of recommendations. I have yet to get/take an LSAT that I'm ready to submit with my application, so I am still aiming to take it one last time. And I am trying to, as the good people of 7sage have advised, "aim for a score, not a date." That being said, I'm hoping to apply during this cycle (which does sort of put me in a date--either September/December 2016, but we'll see). Should I still ask for LOR from professors? Would they feel offended if I don't end up applying this cycle? If I discuss this with my professors, might they see this as irresponsible/not worth their time? Outside of LSAT prep, I am trying (just beginning) to start with my applications.

Thank you, in advance.

Hey Guys,

I was wondering if anybody could tell me what transcripts I have to submit for the CAT. Do I have to send AP scores from high school that counted for college credit? What about high school classes that I took at a college level from local colleges? Anybody know?

Hey guys!

I'm new to this so bear with me please. I'm taking the September LSAT and I have no motivation to study. I know how serious it is and how important it is to do well, but I can't seem to get out of this rut. I take a class that meets twice a week and I love going; but when I'm not in the class, it's not the same for me.

Maybe I'm the type of person who needs to study with a buddy. I'm curious to hear if any of you ever dealt with something similar? Please let me know :)

I'm taking the test next June. The last 10 Actual packet ended at PT 71. This means that the next packet will be 72-81, with PT 81 being the February 2016 test. Will LSAC release 72-81 in a new 10 Actual packet before June 2016? Thanks.

I want to videotape myself taking PTs to get a better sense of my test taking strategy.

How do you guys do it?

Hey guys,

I am a big advocate of avoiding burnout by taking one day per week to do NOTHING LSAT related.

So what are some fun things you guys enjoy to do when you're not studying hard for the LSAT?

I'll start:

- I like going out to eat at some of my favorite restaurants with my friends. I think it is good to get away and spend some time with people who aren't taking the LSAT. Nothing like sharing a bunch of apps and eating a delicious meal with your friends!

- I like to play piano/guitar. Playing music for me immediately takes my mind off of the LSAT. I need to concentrate and my brain need str be completely focused on what I'm doing. Plus it's fun! Also, every Sunday on my LSAT day off, I perform music with my faith group at my church. I think it is important to have something fun to look forward to. That definitely helps! :D

- I like to run. Pretty boring, but it is nice to just listen my music and go for a run around the park by where I live. I always feel much less anxious and upbeat after a run.

- Last but not least, I like to watch Netflix, Hulu, HBOGo shows.

@"Dillon A. Wright" @"J.Y. Ping"

1. It would be a huge help to be able to enter multiple scores for the same PT. The BR feature kinda works but it takes a long time to plug in my answers and for many tests I have my BR answers in that spot! Would really help me see what questions I have missed multiple times and also let me see my progress.

Currently I am having to use incognito mode to score my test's as I don't want to erase my initial scores because I want to see what questions I am missing repeatedly. Analytics based on these scores would also be VERY telling in question type and what I am struggling with.

I know you both are super busy so maybe add this to spot #1243231 on the list. Haha

Thanks

Since @"Alex Divine" has inspired me to deviate from my planned study from Christmas through June, to instead plan for the September 2017 exam; I was wondering who has had experience juggling the study for a 173+ and keeping A's across the board in school.

I will be taking 3 credits in the spring semester Jan-May (I planned to make it a simple and easy June LSAT) and I will have all summer to study while being free from work throughout. But I have not planned--nor am I able to afford--to relax with low credits again during the fall semester that starts on August 15th, 2017. The September 23rd LSAT happens to come the weekend of the 5th week that school is in session. This 5th week has marked the point in time were most of the first exams have happened in the past. If history is any teacher, I surly will have a week full of hell.

I feel as if I would lose my mind trying to stay sane after 9 months of LSAT studying while simultaneously gearing up to take several exams with little sleep in the days prior to the test.

Has anyone dealt with this strain before? Any advice for this predicament? I can handle a lot of stress and I am not afraid to work hard, but I can only imagine the mush my brain would be trying to achieve at this level of perfection. There is a sharp difference between taking exams with no sleep stressed out (pretty easy) and being mentally and physically prepared to be at my sharpest game while writing the LSAT.

I was thinking session B classes maybe, but what are y'all's thoughts?

I just wanted to share with every one that you guys rock, I have been very stressed about the LSAT and law school in general. SO I have decided to make some serious life changes. First I am not going to take the LSAT until after December... I want to be prepared and I want to be in the 165 plus range and to be quite frank I just don't foresee that happening in September.

Second, I have quit my job to teach English as a second language in Costa Rica. One of the reasons I have decided to pursue law is for human rights specifically with the child bride issues in other countries. (I know we don't really talk about our passions but that is my passion and reason for pursuing law) and I need to learn Spanish. This opportunity will help me learn Spanish, plus give me plenty of time to study for the LSAT so I can hit my goal score... who knows maybe even a higher score?

I know it is odd saying a bunch of strangers helped me realize all of that, but the encouragement and the constant "law school isn't going anywhere" made me realize that I can in fact pursue my passion & take time to work on other passions while studying for the LSAT.

So anyway long story short... I am going to be around for quite some time and thanks for making me realize I do in fact have time & it is not the end of the world if I do not take the Sept LSAT. I mean what is the difference between starting law school at 34 or 35??? Not much in the grand scheme of things.

Hey guys, I'm currently living in Bellevue and looking for a study buddy. If anyone from the area is interested let me know!

Hello everyone!

First off, thank you for making the discussion forums extremely beneficial and realistic, the investment in 7Sage has been for it for that alone! I am writing this forum with the intentions of it becoming an extremely useful resource for veterans applying to law school, as well as motivation for those who are pushing through the LSAT. Good luck to everyone!

I am a United States Marine currently serving overseas on my last deployment. I am expected to return home in the October time frame and am expecting to take the December LSAT. I have intentions to apply to Harvard, Penn, Duke, Vanderbilt, and University of Alabama (safety school, but still a Tier 2 Law School). Harvard is my top pick and recently discovered they essentially offer a free law education when using the Post 9/11 GI Bill complimented with the Yellow Ribbon Program. During my 1L, I am also intending to take the GMAT and apply to business school to become a JD/MBA student. I graduate with my undergraduate degree in Entrepreneurship this coming April, all while using tuition assistance, PELL grant, and credit cards. I will have finished my undergrad in three years with two deployments under my belt. So if any of you have any friends or family thinking about joining the military, it is possible to graduate with your bachelor’s degree before you EAS and acquire the magical DD214.

I recently took a diagnostic PT and scored in the mid 140’s. I am not sure if this is an accurate depiction as to where I am in my LSAT journey due to the distractions that come with being deployed. I will state that after the test, I was mentally drained and the Blind Review was painful. My goal score is a 170+.

Questions / Comments:

I am currently studying 3-5 hours daily, but am going slow to ensure I have proper and thorough understanding of the core curriculum prior to PT drilling. Is this enough time to hit my target score of 170+?

I recently watched an interview with a Harvard Law School student where he discussed the importance of having diversity statements. Should we create a diversity statement being a veteran? Also, I come from an extremely poor background where I was the first to graduate high school and attend college. Should I create two separate diversity statements, one diversity statement with both mentioned, or none and just include it in my personal statement?

How much weight does being a veteran actually hold during the admissions process? I just want to ensure I have a realistic expectation.

Say the absolute worst happens and I bomb the December LSAT, is the February LSAT too late to be considered competitive at T14 schools?

Do you have any suggested books for admission and law school as a whole?

What are some of the job opportunities for JD/MBA students post grad school?

Lastly, there is an amazing program for veterans called Service 2 School (www.Service2School.org). After you submit a package and are accepted, they pair you with a mentor who has been admitted to a school similarly to your goals. They also have PDF guides for JD and MBAs that is extremely beneficial.

As I'm working through some of the sections, for example the strengthening questions - I'm first printing off the particular question, working on it, and then watching the video. This is before the practice/drilling section. If I have the question right, I move on to the next item. If I get it wrong, I do sit down and go through the whole video.

Am I shooting myself in the foot here, or do you all do this as well?

Hi everyone. I am law graduate LLB. I want to ask few questions from you guys. Please share your view.

1. Do you think LSAT is requirement for admission in LLM?

2. What is the procedure for conversion of LLB into JD?

3. For international students what is the best choice, LLM human rights, LLM international Law or Corporate Law?

4. What is the criteria for phd?

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Hey 7sage community, thank you in advance for your insight.

I will try to be brief in describing my situation. I started with sub-150 diagnostic a long time ago and studied a little bit on my own with PowerScore and came into 7sage with a diagnostic score of 156. I am looking to obtain a 165+ (with a goal of 169) to get into the T-14 schools I'm most interested in applying to. It's been a bumpy journey thus far in taking practice tests. I opened with a 5 point increase, then I went down by 4 points, then up 8 points from diagnostic to my most recent PT where I scored one point below my diagnostic score (tears). I will add that I've also mightily struggled with logic games and that has been a significant reason for my low scores. I've been using Pacifico's method in tackling the bundle and am about 1/3 of the way through it. I felt like I was making progress but when I went through the games yesterday everything felt disjointed and I was lost; obviously scoring 1 point below my diagnostic confirmed my suspicions.

Then an odd thing happened today. I was very frustrated with my performance last night so I didn't do any prep yesterday after the test - I took the day off from work today and decided to spend the entire day going over the test and get to the bottom of what had gone wrong. I went through the questions and noticed that I had made FREQUENT mental errors and selecting answer choices that I otherwise would not select in a normal state of mind -- it felt like someone else had taken the test. Moreover, when I went through the Logic Games again (without looking at the explanation or the correct answer choice) I went through the section easily and only missed 1 question in the entire section. Even more miraculous, I'm 85% sure I would have finished within the 35 minute time allotment despite the fact that I wasn't worried about time and was being more methodical. After going through the test and blind reviewing I ended up with a 169 in my BR (my goal score). This is a significant 6 point increase over my best previous blind review attempts and it's coming off of my worst test. I'm really not sure what to make of this and I'm really not sure where I should be directing my prep before my next PT. Is the BR indicative of my potential? How can Icome to terms with a personal best in a blind review and my worst PT score? Any insight you guys could provide would be extremely beneficial --including your own personal study plan post-PT and especially your study plans after your worst PT.

I am thankful for 7sage and for the community,

Sincerely Yours,

Hi everyone!

I recently had a rough year with mental health issues such as depression and anxiety, most of the issues related to grieving in my family and an unhealthy relationship. I'm starting to recover from these issues though, but I have noticed that my concentration and focus has gone down because of the mental exhaustion from this past year. I'm currently scoring in the140s and planning to take the LSAT in Feb 2017.

Have other folks gone through similar issues through the LSAT process? Any tips and advice for someone who is just getting out of a very bad mental rut?

Hello everyone,

I was wondering if anyone could kindly provide me with an answer to the following: Are we afforded 35 minutes on the writing sample during the LSAT? Thanks to all of those who will answer.