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Hello everyone,

I am currently using the study schedule that 7Sage makes. I just wanted to know if I should go through the core curriculum until I get to the practices or do my own practice drills as well? I know I will have to start taking full practice exams as well.

Currently I work full time, have 2 kids, and my husband is away in the military. I appreciate any tips and advice on this matter.

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Is it okay to read aloud when taking the test remotely? I know they monitor my computer and webcam, and wanted to make sure that wouldn't be seen as cheating or anything?

I've found that I score much better on reading comp when I read aloud than when I don't.

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Hi all! I just have a question regarding the proctored PTs that are hosted by 7sage on weekends. For anyone that's taken one with them, do they give out the PT or are you expected to have one ready to take and you just complete your own on the proctored zoom? Just want to be prepared. Thanks!

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Some questions for the Bonus PTs (7 through 23) will have weird highlighting that's clearly wrong when you click "Show analysis." Please ignore.

You should trust the highlights if and only if there's an associated written explanation. If there isn't one, then the highlights are not a product of human judgment, but some random default based on the code.

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Anyone embarking on this as a career pivot? I turn 50 this year, mom & wife, and already have a graduate degree. Just started 7sage and feeling sooooooo overwhelmed. I thought i was smart but this is already kicking my ass, so i'm approaching this as though i'm learning a new language - which essentially I am.

So anyway, send some good vibes my way and hoping to connect as I continue along this journey.

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Previously, when selecting a Q-Type tag (like MBT) and a Stim Logic tag (like Conditional Reasoning), you'd get questions tagged MBT OR CondR. But we've found that most students and tutors prefer an AND relationship in that situation. They'd really want to target conditional-based MBT questions and prefer to minimize other kinds of questions.

Here's how the filters work now:

Multiple tags within the same category: OR

Example: Must Be True, Sufficient Assumption = MBT OR SA

Example: Conditional Reasoning, Causal Reasoning = CondR OR CausR

Multiple tags across different categories: AND

Example: Sufficient Assumption, Causal Reasoning = SA AND CausR

Example: Must Be True, Sufficient Assumption, Conditional Reasoning, Causal Reasoning = (MBT OR SA) AND (CondR OR CausR)

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Hi all! I got my target score for the january lsat and want to cancel my subscription, but I had paused it just in case I needed to take the lsat again. I want to make sure I don't get charged when it unpauses, but I can't find a button to cancel while paused, even on the billing page. Any help?

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Hi, I went from a 137 diagnostic to a 180 official score, and now I help others reach their LSAT goals.

Before I do any kind of sales pitch, I put together an in depth breakdown of what I genuinely think will help you improve. These are what I consider the non negotiables:

  1. Start drilling immediately. Do not just do books or beginner classes where they just go over concepts, start doing real problems.

  2. Predict answer choices in both LR and RC. A lot of people avoid predicting early on because they are not good at it yet, but long term it is one of the most important skills for real score growth.

  3. Do 1 to 2 timed sections per week at least, and review them immediately.

  4. Make time for one focused hour a day, and if you can, two hours. No phone, no FaceTiming your significant other, no football on in the background. You need to completely lock in for at least an hour a day.

  5. Unless you are already scoring in the 170s, stop taking weekly full PTs. I did weekly PTs for months while I was scoring in the 150s and 160s, but the reality is it often becomes chasing a score rather than improving. You will get far more benefit from two timed sections with immediate review rather than a PT.

  6. Use as many official attempts as you need. I scored 169, then 169 again, and then a 180. Do not cut yourself short. Keep taking the official test until you get a score that matches your PT range.

  7. If you are in undergrad, prioritize your GPA. I have friends who studied like crazy for the LSAT, scored 170+, and then tanked their GPA in the process. Law schools care about both. You can retake the LSAT, but you cannot fix your GPA once it is damaged.

  8. Slow down. If you are consistently finishing sections but not scoring in the 170s, you are missing easy points throughout the section. On my 180, I basically guessed on the last question in one section, but I made sure I was extremely confident on every question I attempted. Yes, sometimes you need to cut your losses, but do not go into questions expecting to do that.

  9. Stop obsessing over accommodations. It seems like everyone gets them these days, but I did not. That said, if you qualify and have documentation, apply. A lot of people with ADHD or other legitimate issues feel guilty applying and do not. If you qualify, you should apply.

  10. Stop making excuses. As a tutor, I constantly hear people say “I’m so busy” or “I had a long week.” I am not discounting what you are going through, but everybody has something. You are competing against other people who are also busy and also dealing with life. If you cannot lock in, you are wasting time.

Some side tips:

  • Every wrong answer involves at least two mistakes: you chose the wrong answer, and you failed to choose the right answer. Diagnose both issues every time.

  • Blind review only the questions you got wrong, not the entire section. The new 7Sage formatting makes this much easier than the old version.

  • If you are just beginning do not read the question stem first, read the stimulus first. If you have been studying for a long time then it may be hard to switch from question stem to stimulus.

  • Treat every LR stimulus like it was written by a politician you absolutely hate. Pick apart their argument. Most of the time it is a bad argument. If you are reading LR stimuli and thinking “that makes sense” more than 1 out of every 10 times, you probably are not being critical enough.

  • Do not schedule the LSAT until you are ready. Do not put unnecessary pressure on yourself. Wait until your PTs are in the range you want, then sign up.

  • Do not worry about “using up” problems. There are thousands of questions, and even if you go through all of them, you will forget most of what you did.

  • Do not only drill hard problems. If you are starting out, easier problems are often better for long term improvement because they build fundamentals.

  • Do not over study. Treat it like working out. If you were training for a marathon, you would not run 20 miles every day. Aim for 1 to 3 quality hours a day. Anything more than that is often just going through the motions.

  • Lock in on RC. A lot of people study LR and barely touch RC because LR is more enjoyable. My recommendation is one RC passage a day. It is not a huge time commitment, and it keeps you consistent. Some days you should do more, but commit to at least one untimed passage daily.

My biggest piece of advice for everyone is this: believe in yourself. You can do this. I went from a 137 to a 180, and I am not some genius. There is a good chance you started off better than I did. If I can do it, anyone can.

This is a skills based test, not an IQ test. Once you truly understand that, the LSAT becomes much easier to improve on.

Now with all that said, I have worked with over 50 students, and a large chunk have broken into the 170s. I offer a very personalized approach to LSAT tutoring. Sessions are super interactive, and the goal is to get you set up so you approach every question with confidence.

Because I run my own company during the week, I have limited spots available at a time. I can work with people on price, but keep in mind that because my time is limited, I will prioritize higher rates if substantially different than another student.

If you are interested, please reply below or message me.

If you are not interested in tutoring but found this post helpful, please upvote or leave a short reply so more people can see it.

Update (April 2026): For anyone wondering, I am still taking on students. After every test, I lose a few students, and I am looking to fill their spots, so please reply below or message me if interested!

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Soo I started my prep like the second week of January and had about a week off since... In the beginning it was kinda fun and I was getting a lot of the practice/skill builders correct, but now I'm consistently getting the first pass and BR wrong on the practice questions embedded in the study plan. I'm curious has anyone experienced this and is it normal? I'm trying to tell myself I need to keep pushing forward through the learning and I'll review lessons for reoccurring issues (like the oldest in the book) and I do watch the full vide explanations of the right answers and wrong answers (i can usually understand why the right one is and when i can't i flag) and I guess I'm thinking that it all builds... will I be screwed if I get through the lessons and then plan to use drilling and practice to solidify concepts? Like should I be going back to review more now before I even most past the study foundational portion? I guess, would love direction... Do I a) take a pause to review lessons or b) keep going through lessons as planned and then use the practice time at the end to hammer in those lessons?

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When attempting to blind review questions after drilling, my 7sage interface times out and returns a blank screen with an "Internal Server Error" message. I was curious if any others have encountered this as well, and would appreciate any help troubleshooting. I'm on a Chrome browser and the issue persists across different browsers/after restarting my computer/changing internet connections.

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This is admittedly wishful thinking on my part, but it would be super helpful if we could BR on 7Sage after testing on LawHub. I just took a test on there to simulate the real LSAT, but I got stuck on a question and wrecked my score on an RC section. I know I would have gotten more questions right, and I want to BR them and have the analytics show on 7Sage. I've seen suggestions of retaking the exam on LawHub, as an untimed practice, but I don't want that to skew my score on 7Sage. Is there anyone else who agrees or has a solution to this problem?

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Hi everyone

I'm studying full-time for the LSAT and looking for an experienced but affordable tutor, ideally someone who focuses on time management and reading comprehension performance. Referrals are much appreciated.

Please message me if you know someone great. Thanks in advance!

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Hey y'all, I'm Karl. I will be attending law school this year to focus on constitutional law, academia, and entrepreneurship.

I teach in-person LSAT classes at local universities and tutor students one-on-one. My focus is on teaching students to be at ease reading slowly, summarizing as they go, and engaging with the content. I diagnose weak points and give you plans to fix them. You will build good habits for approaching questions, getting "unstuck" when caught in a 50/50, and contextualizing your results to become more effective. The skills you learn will carry over into your law school journey and career as a lawyer.

The LSAT is only one part of the admissions process. I help with essays, C&F statements, addenda, interview preparation, school targeting, and more. I am here to help you get results that will change your life, not just go over questions for an hour. I want you to succeed, and that means being warm and supportive along the way.

Remember, underneath the LSAT's dense language there are simple structures you can learn, but you have to put in the effort. StevenBlauert's post is GREAT. Check it out. It really is that easy.

If you are interested, DM me, leave me a message here, or send me an email at Karl@RedwoodLSAT.com. We will arrange a free consultation!

Package discounts on LSAT tutoring and admissions assistance are available:

10 hours @ $700 ($70/hr)

20 hours @ $1200 ($60/hr)

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Hi everyone! I’m beginning my LSAT prep with a June test date and am currently following the 7Sage study plan. For those of you who’ve used it successfully, how did you integrate drilling and full practice tests into the schedule? For example, did you add targeted drills after each lesson, set aside time weekly, or wait until later in your prep to incorporate full PTs? I’d really appreciate hearing what worked best for you. Thanks in advance!

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Tuesday, Feb 3

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GPA concerns

I know most of the folks here are more concerned about their LSAT scores than their GPAs, but I'm on the other side of the spectrum. University was a really rough point in my life due to some family stuff and my GPA was heavily affected by it. I saw a post today about how law schools are really going to come down harder on their cut-off points for LSAT scores, and I'm concerned the same will be true for GPAs. Any advice/insight?

Are any other folks in the same boat?

I just started LSAT prep about a month ago, and my PT average is 160, so I think I'm in a decent place to start, but I honestly don't want to spend my time, energy, and money on the LSAT if my GPA is gonna keep me from getting into a law school anyway.

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I have been trying to break into the 150s and 160s for LSAT studying but I keep getting stuck at the late 140s. I am having a lot of trouble with logical reasoning and am not sure how to fix it. I am taking the LSAT in February and then taking it again in April. What should I do? What studying techniques should I incorporate? I have been consistently drilling. Every three days I take a day off after studying for two or three hours and working a full time job. Any recommendations?

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You will learn how to spot what an argument must assume, how to eliminate wrong answer choices with confidence, and how to review mistakes in a way that leads to real score gains. If you are stuck in the high 160s or want to make your LR practice more effective, this episode is for you.

The LSAT is hard. We will help you crush it anyways.

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Hello everyone! I’m looking for a study buddy to prep for the LSAT together. I’m planning to take the June 2026 or sometime after June LSAT and I am aiming for at least a 165 and above.

I’m looking to:

  • study with someone once or twice a week (i’m working 3 days a week at a firm so I’m sure, we could work something out and possibly have more study days).

  • Keeping each other accountable and motivated

  • Reviewing questions, talking through strategies, or doing focused study sessions

  • Have virtual study sessions

Best of luck to everyone studying for this exam!!

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I am early in my LSAT studying (about halfway through theory modules) and have heard people talk about keeping a mistake journal? When should I start? How do I know how to set it up? Are there any good videos out there? PLZ HELP!!

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hi everyone! I’m in a bit of a pickle, I took my third LSAT and it didn’t quite go my way at all. I have two cancels on file already, and scored a 143 on my latest test. I’m very sad about the situation, but am wondering if anyone has any advice on if I should keep or cancel my score. I intend to study with a tutor and retake this Fall to apply for next year’s cycle. Please help! Thank you! :-)

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hey everyone,

I took my argumentative writing portion of the lsat today. I finished the actual essay. I wouldn't say it was my best work but it was okay given the time constraints. my only worry is that I had a number of typos that I wasn't able yo address before I ran out of time. is this nothing to be worried about??? should I be concerned...? should I redo it?? any suggestions would be helpful. thank you!

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Hey y'all!

I was wondering if I could get y'alls opinions on this. Some brief context before I move onto my actual question: I am currently in the process of applying to law schools right now and I got a not-so-ideal score on the January 2026 test. I decided that I am going to apply anyways, with the caveat that I am retaking the LSAT in April and will submit those scores once they arrive (which I stated in an addendum).

Moving on to my main question: for the law schools with rolling admissions whose applications don't close until July, should I apply now and include the aforementioned addendum, or should I wait for the actual scores come out and apply with the new score?

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