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Last comment thursday, aug 18 2016

Really need help!

Hey folks,

I'm in some need of advice! I took my first PT out of curriculum (PT 36) and scored 157 (diagnostic: 143). But now, my score has dropped to 152, 154. My LR sections can range from -12 to -5. I really want to get it to -2 or -3! I need some help on getting my score to finally break 160!

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Last comment wednesday, aug 17 2016

Anxiety before September Test

I took the test 2 years ago, but unfortunately didn't score the best to my ability. Even though I scored low, I still had confidence going into the exam. After buying 7sage, my score has increased 8-10 points. It has been consistent the past couple of months, which leads me to believe that I'm ready for September. However, I'm having severe anxiety the close I get towards the test date. Granted, I'm currently moving to a new state, which is adding on a lot of stress because I believe it will interfere with my studying. I still think I'm ready, but I have a fear that I will blank out the day of the test. Anyone else feel this way? Anyone know how to relieve this stress and anxiety?

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Greetings everyone,

I have been studying for the LSAT since May 19th. I was studying an average of 6-8 hours a day the first two months of my Prep (rarely taking a break day). Every since mid-July, I have been studying an average of 5-7 hours a day. I have been consistently scoring in the high 160s with a couple 170s. However, in the past 10-14 days, I have been experiencing fatigue, and I believe it is very much affecting my score because during review I spot my mistakes easily. I was just taking Preptest 61, and even though I still managed to score a 167, I felt a very strong mental fog throughout the test. I really need good advice on how to overcome my fatigue and burnout, so I could regain my motivation and continue preparing for the September test.

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Hi everyone,

Every Sage that I've heard from talks about discipline and great study habits as being key to success on the LSAT. During a study break, I watched the video below and thought about the discipline and habits that are required to be an Olympian. We probably won't be famous or receive a gold medal for our LSAT scores, but we can learn a lot about the work ethic and positive attitudes that Olympians cultivate.

All the best to you in your continued studies!

http://www.nbcolympics.com/video/olympians-prove-importance-being-mentally-strong

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Hey 7sagers,

This Wednesday, July 27, at 9 pm ET, Charlie Melman (@cmelman95 ) will host a webinar in which he’ll tell you how—and how not—to increase your score from the middle of the pack to the 99th percentile.

Charlie studied for the LSAT from September, 2015 to June, 2016, and along the way he learned a lot about the test, how to study for each section, how learning works in general, and—perhaps most importantly—how to manage YOURSELF through the arduous study process.

He’ll talk about the bad things he did, the good things he did, and how he approached every section. Drop by on July 27 at 9 pm ET, and he’ll be happy to take all questions!

154 to 173: A Tale of Logic and Games. Jul 27, 2016 at 9:00 PM EDT.

https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/591127429

2. Or, call in using your telephone.

Dial +1 (312) 757-3121

Access Code: 591-127-429

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Here is a list of every LSAT question classified by type. It is sortable by LR type, RC passage content categories, and LG type. It's kind of hard to find on Cambridge, so I thought I would post it here--especially because everyone has been asking for lists like these recently. (The terminology may be a little different from what you're used to, but you should be able to make it work.)

Good luck!

https://www.cambridgelsat.com/resources/data/preptest-classifications/

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Hi all!

Great advice on here, so I was wondering if anyone could help me out with this siutation. I've heard that LSAC can and does make some common mistakes calculating GPA. I have a fairly high UGPA, but some courses I took in high school bring that down (if only I had known then...). I expected this, but it seems like they brought my GPA down more than I expected. My LSAC gpa is lower than what I calculated on 7Sage LDAS GPA calculator. The two that I'm concerned have been miscalculated are one 2-quarter class where I received a B and B- and another where I received an A- and B+. The first has three credits listed under B and one under C while the other has all four credits listed under B. Everything else looks like I had expected.

This may be correct, but I'm obviously unfamiliar with the process. Does anyone know if this is the correct calculation? Thanks in advance!

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Last comment tuesday, aug 16 2016

LOR help

Emailed a professor who I'd really love a letter from but he hasn't responded. Sent the email two weeks ago, should I follow up or just wait another few weeks and see what happens? Don't wanna annoy him, but at the same time I'd like to have him do it now before the semester starts. Not really sure how to proceed, if anyone has been in a similar situation I'd really appreciate some advice. Thanks!

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Hi everyone, I have been going back and forth on whether or not to sit for the September LSAT or to wait until December. I was wondering if anyone had any good insight or advice - my diagnostic was a 147, took another PT and got a 147 again. When I look over the sections and see what I'm missing, it is mostly in the LG section, where I only got 7 total points on both PTs. I actually don't finish my LG sections completely either... but the first 20 or so questions I do get to, I miss about 4 or 5. My RC could be better also. I'm worried that doing so poorly indicates that I should not be going into law in general, but I also think attaining a goal score in the 160's is generally possible, any advice? Thanks ahead of time!

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I'm wondering how long top scorers usually prepare for. I desperately want to get a score in the 170's and think it's absolutely possible.

I started studying the beginning of June with a diagnostic of 152 and I'm currently sitting around 160, with the majority of lost points coming from RC (getting roughly half wrong). I still feel like I need some time to polish up LG and LR before incorporating RC. I had planned to take in September but I'm about 95% sure I'm going to postpone until December.

I think the progress I've made is pretty good. I've only been studying roughly 2.5 months and I've boosted my score roughly (it fluctuates) 8 points.

How long do most top scorers usually prepare for?

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I know some of us have been there, when you are sitting in front of your LSAT material and thinking to yourself " DO I really want to study on this beautiful day?" I have certainly been there and I am experiencing that right now, it's about 100 degrees in New York and very sunny, and all my friends are at the beach/pool/ waterparks! I am just sitting at a desk in the library really tired/bored of the LSAT even though I know I have to study. I was wondering has this happened to anyone, and if so what do you usually do? Also quick question about how the LSAT has had an impact on your personal life. I know the LSAT has strained my relationship with my girlfriend as well as my friends. My girlfriend was more understanding and actually encourages me to study but sometimes I feel guilty because I know she wants to hang out with me for the day ( My girlfriend is a senior at college just like me, and actually has a lot going for here. But she still finds time for me, but I can't say the same, I have been with her for over 7 years). My "friends" honestly stopped talking to me altogether ( we were a clique of 5 people who basically grew up with each other since we were in middle school/ high school). They just ignore me now and always tell me I do not have time for them ( they really do not have anything going for them, they are all college drop outs and work full time). I didn't mean to sound harsh in the last statement but a majority of my neighborhood is like that ( I am from the projects of New York). So I was wondering has anyone else had any similar experiences or stories they would like to share? I know the LSAT is a lot of stress but extraneous factors may also be leading to more stress, so I decided to talk about it with 7SAGE, because maybe someone may be experiencing similar situations and talking about it helps relieve my stress. So feel free to share your story or comment on mine!

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Last comment tuesday, aug 16 2016

Which one is my LSDAS Gpa

I just looked at my Academic Summary Report. First thought was.... WTF! This is so confusing. I have no idea what the first part is all about. I scrolled down to the bottom and saw a degree GPA, and a cumulative GPA. Which one is considered my LSDAS

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7Sagers,

This Monday, at 9 pm EST, I’ll do a second round of live lightning consultations.

What’s a lightning consultation? Basically, I’ll try to be as helpful as I can in five minutes. We might brainstorm personal statement topics, strategize about addenda, or discuss LORs.

If you want a free five-minute consultation about your law school application, I’ll need you to post a few things in the comments section:

    1. Your three-sentence biography.Your biggest worry about your application.Two ideas for your personal statement.Did you attend last time? Did I get to you?
  • I’ll get through as many people as I can in one hour, working in a mostly random order. Please don’t post to this thread if you can’t show up for the consultation. If you do show up, test your microphone beforehand. Make sure you have a strong connection to the internet, and that you can speak and be heard on GoToMeeting. If your microphone isn’t working, I’ll have to skip you.

    To join, just follow this link: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/196286165

    1. Dial +1 (571) 317-3112Use the access code 196-286-165.Use the audio PIN shown after joining the meeting.
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    Dear 7Sagers,

    Quick announcement here: We're making changes to Ultimate+

    (1) All U+ accounts will have access to video explanations for PTs 1 through Present (77) where "Present" will be updated to reflect the addition of new PTs from LSAC over time. Now, this is not going to happen indefinitely. (Like we're not going to continue this policy through PT 145.) But, for the foreseeable future, we're not changing this policy. No action required on your part - this will be added automatically.

    (2) All U+ accounts will soon have access to explanations for PTs A, B, C, and C2. No action required on your part - this will also be added automatically.

    (3) All U+ accounts will have access to David Busis' Admissions Starter course. We announced this here. Please email Dillon to have this added to your U+ account. (dillon@7sage.com) David is an amazing editor, writer, and teacher.

    If you'd like to upgrade to U+ in order to get these addition of course you may do so.

    Lastly, LSAC will release PT 145 about 23 years from now assuming well, lots of things. Crazy!

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    Last comment monday, aug 15 2016

    Upgrade?

    Hey everyone,

    I am thinking about upgrading to Ultimate + but when I looked at it, it only says +3 months access when I upgrade to Ultimate+, but when I log out and look at it it says 18 months access, does that mean if I upgrade from starter I only get a total of 6 months (3 mos from starter, 3 mos of Ultimate) or are my reading skills so messed up I only understand RC passages?

    [Admin note: Ultimate+ includes 12 months now]

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    Last comment monday, aug 15 2016

    Print Material?

    Is there printed material that goes along with the course that I can print all at once, or should I just print the pages as I go when I get to them?

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    Last comment monday, aug 15 2016

    Logic Games - What's Next?

    I purchased 7Sage about 2 months ago to help my prep for the September (and maybe, but hopefully not December) LSAT. My purchase of 7Sage was primarily driven by my weakness in Logic Games. I just completed the LG curriculum, and I have improved tremendously since starting. The 7Sage method is definitely the best and simplest method I have learned. I am, however, still struggling with timing. What should I do in these final six weeks to really be ready for test day? I've seen that some people just do full sections over and over again... what are your thoughts?

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    Hey everyone!

    I'm currently studying to take the December LSAT, and am at about 75% through the CC (will have studied for a little less than a year by December) and am really trying to let it sink in as much as possible and have been taking my time with it.

    I'd love to be ready by December, but know that it's better to set yourself a goal score and not an LSAT ultimatum.

    Is anyone studying for December with a February retake in mind? This December would be my second take, and February would be my third and final.

    Most school's I've talked to (at the D.C. LSAC Forum) stated that they still accept the February LSAT score and it didn't sound like it would be too crazy detrimental to my application process.

    Know anyone that took the February LSAT with a happy application outcome?

    Suggestions? Ideas?

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