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I am 60% through my studying and took a practice test to see if i would feel comfortable registering for the January test. Only scored 4 points higher than my already under 145 score. First Lsat i scored 141. Super bummed decided not to test in Jan. and wait until march. What do i do now? Do i go back and start over from the beginning of the CC or keep pushing through? just completely lost 3 1/2 months later only a 3 point increase? #Help

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Hey guys,

Going on a 7 hour car ride in 2 days and it feels like a good time to study for the LSAT

Does anyone know if theres a way to download any practice material from 7Sage/ practice LSATs from the syllabus since I won't have any phone reception or wifi (i'm crossing the border)?

Thanks!

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Hi, everyone,

I just discovered 7Sage and am so disappointed that I didn't hear of this sooner. I'm a full-time working mother, as well, so that's made things tricky -- but I devote about 3-4 hours a day of studying (not all of it intense, as I can get distracted if I'm honest). Anyway, I took the test without studying (ridiculous rookie error) way back last February and got a 150. In November, after Kaplan 2x (thinking this was not a wise move on my part), I got 155. I want at least a 160+, ideally. My dream would be a 165. I'm not looking for top tier schools or anything like that, just more that I want (need) a higher score to ensure that I can get some help in the financial department.... don't we all?

Currently, I do the best in LG (~9 to ~5), semi-OK in RC (about ~8 to ~5). In LR, I can get anywhere from ~14 to ~7; it honestly depends on if I get distracted or slow myself down (I used to be great at skipping and going back and having some time left over...).

So, what do you all think -- can I get enough out of this course even by starting now, to make a difference of 160+ by January 26th? Do I do the starter course option or the ultimate? I'm not necessarily looking for your assurance that "definitely yes you can do this" (because I know there's human error, etc., and it really depends on how well I manage my time/study) but I am looking for if you think the content in here is do-able in the time I have in terms of the area I need to focus on (LR). Also, if you think the Starter is what I can use or if I should go Ultimate+. Thanks! #help

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So I got my acceptance with scholarship at Stetson today. Problem is, I applied part time and my acceptance email states full time all over it. I am a non traditional student, nearing my 30s, full time mom and work full time. I absolutely cannot go to law school full time. Does anyone have experience with this happening to you? Do you think this just a typo on their part? Of course they sent the email at 4:45pm and gave me no time to get in touch with anyone until the morning.... thanks for any input.

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Hi All -

I am applying for this cycle and have a fair number of connections (friends, colleagues, mentors) who have attended law schools that I'm currently applying to. I already have my letters of recommendation, but was wondering if there was a way to utilize these connections in support of my application (in an appropriate and professional way). Would it be worth asking them if there's an existing channel for them to provide informal "recommendations" to their school networks? Is this a thing??

Any advice is appreciated! Thank you! Happy holidays, and good luck to everyone studying/applying!

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I'm thinking about taking some post bac classes at my undergraduate institution.. maybe a class or two to help raise my gpa. I had a 2.87 due to many circumstances that I've written an addendum about. If I could raise my gpa to at least a 3.0, that would greatly increase my chances in getting accepted along with my LSAT which I am hoping to retake in the summer.

Does anyone have any experience with this or have any advice for/against? Not sure if law schools would consider post-bac classes when looking at applications. My goal LSAT score is at least a 165 by the summer. I have been hitting mid 150's and received a 153 on Nov's exam.

I work a full-time job and have been out of school for about a year now and plan on re-visiting the core curriculum at the start of next year. I had previously used 7sage about a year ago but never fully went through the CC or drilled LG's so I'm excited to see my improvements once I complete and implement those into my study schedule.

Thank you!

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Hey everyone,

I was wondering if people were worried about the LSAT's transition from paper to digital format. I'm used to the traditional paper-pencil format for a test. I never had prepared for an exam that would be taken on a computer (aside from my driver's permit).

I wanted to hear what others had to say about it and what it would mean for future law school applicants.

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Hi all! I am wondering if anyone might be located in DC too and interested in meeting in-person to study for LSAT together? A little about me: currently working full time in DC for an international organization. Georgetown class of 17. Have been studying since July but feel like hitting the plateau...

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Now that the semester is over and new grades are in, do I need to send LSAC an updated transcript? I STILL haven't applied to any schools yet (my procrastination at work) so I was wondering if this would hold up my app even further? If it makes any difference, my GPA will not have changed between the two transcripts.

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Hi all,

I wanted to know how the law school application process is for recent grad students. I want to earn an MS degree and then hopefully attend law school (still in undergrad).

I was wondering if anyone knows how admissions view nontraditional applicants. Also, if I decide on taking the LSAT in my undergrad would I have to retake it to apply for schools?

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Hey guys. So if you're like me, you took the November LSAT, are unhappy with your results, and are studying to re-take in January. I've seen accountability threads on this site before, and think that one might be helpful to keep us motivated and on track.

Here's the basic format:

Recap of your last week of studying (where you did well, where you can improve)

Goals for next week

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Hi guys,

I know I once read a thread here about the LSAT addenda for USC, but I can't seem to find it. For reference, USC asks you for an explanation if your score jump was greater than 4. Mine was 13. Any recommendations here? Some background: I studied for 5 weeks before the first test, took it before I was ready to ease test anxiety. My second attempt, after 2 more months of study, was in line with my average PT. Is it appropriate to say I studied more efficiently?

Thanks! Trying to submit this week.

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I'm starting my retake prep now for January 26th. I got a [removed] on the November 17th LSAT and am hoping to get that up to 165-169 on the January test. My breakdown was [removed]. It seems that the January test is the last one somewhat on time for this cycle, so I don't want to take the March test. I'm already registered for January. RC seems to be my main obstacle; I took PT 54 before November's test and missed only 10 questions total between LR and LG, but missed fifteen questions in RC and was dragged down to a 159 by that. I had a -9 average in RC on PTs and got -9 on the November test, although I think barely getting any sleep played some role in that. I had been practicing the Memory Method some with individual passages and thought I was improving. What's the best way to improve RC? I'm assuming I'd want to practice sections of RC first before starting PTs. I was thinking about just foolproofing sections and doing timed sections of RC until January, and then doing 2-3 PTs per week for a few weeks before the test.

I haven't really tried to incorporate any skipping strategies in the past, either, so I'm going to be checking out the webinars on here.

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Hi all!

So long story short, I constantly find myself vacillating between answer choice b and answer choice c. I know what the right answer is supposed to be, but I'm trying to build the road to understanding it myself so that I can replicate it later. I came across an explanation that stated, "Note the introduction to this stimulus: “Many economists claim…” This is a common device used by the test to introduce an argument with which the author will disagree. Here the economists claim that financial rewards are the strongest incentive for choosing a job. The author disagrees with this assertion in the last sentence by concluding that these economists “overestimate” how important money is to choosing a job. To weaken the author’s argument, we need to strengthen the economists’ argument"

(Admin note: Please add a link when you quote from a page. https://forum.powerscore.com/lsat/viewtopic.php?t=5808)

This is the first time I've heard this (specifically the last sentence) and so I wanted to gut check with you all. Is this...actionable intelligence...or is it just something convenient made up to explain this person's choice?

Thanks!

Admin note: edited title.

https://classic.7sage.com/lsat_explanations/lsat-60-section-1-question-13/

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As you probably know, the LSAT measures your logical ability, reading comprehension, and mental acuity. Perhaps just as importantly, though, it also tests your confidence, fortitude, and ability to handle stress. I’m going to talk about the latter, because focusing on these made a world of difference for me.

I started studying off and on for the LSAT from about February to May and I was getting about mid-to-high150’s in a couple of PT’s. I started to study seriously in May, and thanks largely to 7Sage I moved into the 168-170 range on my PT’s by September! This range was my goal, and so I took the September test hoping that I could match my PT’s and start applying by October. Unfortunately, though, I got a 165. This was still a fine score, but I didn’t understand why I had underperformed. The more I thought about it, the more realized that it had more to do with how I prepared for the test than how I had studied for it if that makes sense. I made some significant changes, and in November I got a 169!

Those four points have COMPLETELY changed my application outlook. At best, I had a fair-to-middling chance at getting in to a T14 school before, with a T20 school being more likely. That would have been great, but now I have a decent chance at a T6 school! (I should note that I’m a former Air Force officer with a masters and some other strong soft factors.) The thing that might surprise you, though, is that from September to November I did almost no studying. The only thing I did was take two PT’s in the week before the test to shake off any rust that might have developed. Below is a list of what I did do.

  • I took the November test in a unique location. In September, I took the test in my hometown on the same campus that I had taken most of my PT’s. I thought this would help by making me feel comfortable, but instead it just reminded me that everything was riding on my ability to perform in that moment. This stressed me out and mentally I tensed up on both LR sections (-9 and -6). By going somewhere different, it was more like an adventure and I felt like I could anything that I set my mind to.

  • Once I felt secure in my knowledge of the rules and logic of the LSAT, I stopped thinking about the LSAT. This is the counterintuitive part for me, because my gut reaction in September was to study, study, and study some more. However, by not beating myself over the head with endless problem sets and PT's, I let the concepts of the LSAT settle in and get nice and cosy in my brain.

  • At the same time, I kept myself mentally engaged on subjects that were closely related to LSAT concepts. I had the benefit of being in a masters program where logic and philosophy were commonly discussed, but reading Scientific American or philosophy articles and playing sudoku can probably do the trick. The key here is for the LSAT to feel natural, normal, and connected to the rest of your field of knowledge. The LSAT can feel like a foreign language, and it will help your confidence so freaking much if you can find a way to overcome that.

  • REST. I cannot stress this enough. If you are like me, you will be tempted to try to get a good score through sheer force of will. I thought that if I completed the 7Sage curriculum, read all three Powerscore Bibles, and took 50 PT's, then I would get a 170. In the end, I finished about 35% of 7Sage's core curriculum, maybe half of just the LG Bible, and took 22 PT's, and I got a 169. Programs like 7Sage are incredibly important for learning how the LSAT works, but there are other factors that can directly effect how you do on the LSAT. You can go through the core curriculum seven times and have it memorized, but if you tense up during the test then that might not matter. My four point improvement had much more to do with feeling rested and relaxed on test day than anything else. By the way, when I say rest I don't just mean sleep but also take mental breaks. Catch up on your favorite shows. Take a vacation. Spend time with your family and friends. This is pretty much all I did for two months, and it worked for me. Your brain is not invincible. For optimum performance, sometimes you need to hit the refresh button.

    • To be fair, 7Sage says a lot of this in one of its early lessons, but I think my example is a good anecdotal case study of the importance of the intangible factors. Feel free to use or not use any of the things I did, because in the end it all comes down to your specific experience and how your individual brain will respond. I'm probably an extreme case to be honest, so you should probably tone some of these things down a bit if you do use them. Bottom line, the important thing is that you do everything you can to create the best circumstances for success. Good luck!

    P.S. I just used the Edit Once sentence-level edit feature in the Admissions course, and it might be the best $200 I ever spent. I definitely recommend it for peace of mind before you send off your applications if you are at that point.

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    Hey all! Is anyone up for an urgent last minute essay review? Happy to swap, but since I'm up against a deadline (yikes) it might take me a couple days to return the favor.

    Trying to submit to Berkeley's BLOS scholarship and the deadline is tomorrow. I'm still finishing up both my PS and BLOS essay. (I know, I know...) If anyone has some free time tonight or early to mid-day tomorrow, I'd be so so grateful to have someone read through my essays to look for glaring typos or any last minute changes.

    Thanks so much!

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    Hi 7sagers,

    I’m considering using the Edit Once service.

    Since I have a very tight budget, I’m wondering if those of you who used this service thought it was worth it.

    If you used some other service that’s around the same fee and thought it made in a difference in your application, please let me know. Thank you!

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