Don't beat yourself up. When comparing your diagnostic test to your November Test, that's a big improvement! Do not cancel your score. It is a great score to apply to most law schools with. Remember that an admissions council does not solely rely on an LSAT score but also with your GPA, an amazing professional statement, and other factors in your application. If you would delay your application until next year, use that time to study and you can even shoot for a 170 by summer 2024.

That is so great!! Congratulations!

Hi, I also took the November 2023 LSAT so I also endured the glitches that came from the November test administration through Prometric. Unfortunately, according to my proctors on the day of test day, LSAC's server was down. I was interrupted during a break session but I don't think it affected my overall testing performance. However, I did conduct some research about a score audit. Essentially, score audits tend to be a hit/miss because if your score is audited, the new score will reflect whether it remains the same, increases, or decreases. Essentially, since the exam is computer-based, it is mostly unlikely that the score is wrong. LSAT cites that since there is some time after a test administration, it is not likely the tests are scored incorrectly per candidate. If you truly feel as though your score was incorrectly graded, I would recommend you take a practice test and see what your score is on that test before proceeding with a decision.

If your score is within the score bandwidth of your test score, it is unlikely that there was a mistake. But if it's not then, perhaps consider the January test or even maybe a score audit. Regardless, don't be so hard on yourself. The LSAT is a challenging exam and it is truly a milestone that you have conquered regardless of whether your score is low/high. Remember that progress is not always linear.

Good luck and I wish you well on all your future endeavors.

You are not TOO OLD to apply to law school. Actually, it sounds like you have an impressive resume that will actually make you stand out among many other J.D candidates. I'd say go for it!! You have an impressive work ethic and you have a unique work experience that most younger students do not have. This could be good because it could inspire you to move into a different industry, in this case, the legal industry. Considering that you are hoping to take the Aug. 2024 LSAT, you are in for a BIG change compared to when you last applied--NO LOGIC GAMES--this could be good or bad, depending on how you feel about them. Regardless, the process will be anything but easy but if you're determined and committed to studying for the LSAT, I am sure your score will be better than your last score.

I wish you the best of luck! :smile:

I am going to grow on the LSAT and go to law school (3(/p)

Sometimes it's not how long you've studied but whether you have dedicated quality to your studies.

It sounds like you also want to submit your applications as soon as possible. Given this and the fact that you have REALLY studied, trust the process. Despite the fact that you haven't spent that much time studying, if you have seriously dedicated yourself to studying and you're happy with your PTs, I would suggest taking the writing portion when it becomes available. Remember, the more you put off the writing portion, the more you prolong the process of receiving your LSAT score. If you have studied and you feel ready for the LSAT, it won't hurt to take 1-2 days to study for the writing portion.

Remember, the writing portion is a writing sample that law schools are able to look at in order to get a sense of how you write, so take it seriously as well.

Best of luck on the LSAT! You got this! I'm rooting for you (3(/p)

I did the best I could but the prep course and drills were very good in preparing me for today's test day!! Hoping for the best :smile:

I went to the LSAC forum in Miami on September 30, 2023. The LSAC representatives at the event told me they were still getting through the testing accommodation submissions for the October LSAT testing dates. We might not know until the middle of October. Fingers crossed, that we find out sooner rather than later.

Focus on drilling and blind reviewing instead

I have never taken an in-person LSAT. But here are a couple of pieces of advice that some people have given me: (1) try to go to the testing site before test day, get a sense of what the area is like to calm your nerves, and (2) bring a light snack for the break that takes place in the middle of the test.

I think your study schedule is good because you give yourself one day of rest and you also don't overstudy or cause yourself to burn out before test day. However, I think it is time you start implementing one practice test a week. This way, you will be keeping track of your progress in an accurate manner. Unfortunately, just doing daily drills does not at all prepare you for how strenuous the LSAT is as a whole.

Therefore, I strongly advise you to follow your study schedule with the use of wrong answer journal for each section. For example, one journal for LG, and etc. Also for each practice test, be sure to conduct a blind review and annotate each wrong answer along with your reasoning.

If you still see a lack of progress, I think you should review your core curriculum and really establish your foundation on what the exam is testing. A low score or a lack of improvement does not mean that you're not studying hard enough but that you're not understanding the material for which you are going to be tested on.

Fortunately, you still have time, don't be so hard on yourself. You got this!

Don't quit!! You have made such a BIG improvement and you have more than enough time to keep growing and reach your goal score.

Since you would like to improve most on LR, I would suggest drilling and BR for the most part. With BR, you get to see if your issue with the respective section is your timing or your comprehension. If you are struggling with comprehension, don't hesitate to review J.Y's videos. Also try to group the type of LR questions you are getting wrong (whether its MBTs, RREs, etc). Once you do, make a drill test using those types of questions and annotate them using a wrong answer journal. In my experience, I have kept a wrong answer journal for each section of the exam and it has been a great help.

Also, I would suggest you read the LSAT Trainer by Mike Kim, it was a big help for me because it helped me get a better understanding of the LSAT. In addition, it gave me the bigger picture of the LR questions and every other section while J.Y focuses on each individual question. Both of which are a big help and you have the time to delve into. I know you also have a full-time job but it is all about time management and how much you want to get a better career for yourself.

It is entirely normal to be discouraged when you don't see a major improvement but just remember that the progress you make is not linear. Remember, it is a difficult exam, take it one day at a time and you will see progress! I wish you the best of luck!!