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There's no point in me knowing my February 2018 score. I've applied to all my schools and LSAC will notify them automatically of my score, so I don't see a need to know the score myself. The single reason why I would look at it would be to calm my curiosity, but this comes with obvious caveats such as going through an emotional roller-coaster for days.

Has anyone done this before? I'm seriously considering the option.

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Hi 7sagers,

I'm wondering if anyone else has experienced this. So for the first PT I ever did I got -2 on RC, it was the first one on 7sage (Just to get a sense of where I was starting). I didn't diagram anything, didn't make any notes. I was just able to read it really fast and go back and look at the passage for the answers without hurting my time. I was really happy obviously and thought maybe my background as an English major had helped out or I was just naturally good at RC. Then two months later, post-core curriculum, I go to take a PT on paper instead of electronically, and I get -11. The passages were albeit harder but I had the same level of confidence that I had when I first took it. Ever since then, I've been getting similar scores when I do RC and can't comprehend (no pun intended) why I did so well on the first one. I'm used to reading everything online and hardly ever read physical texts, could that be the reason or did I just get really lucky, or... I don't know but now I feel like I'm back to square one with RC.

I'm wondering if anyone has had any discrepancies in taking the LSAT electronically versus physically or any RC inconsistencies like this because in LR and LG, I am always within range of what I got previously, minus 1 or two.

Thanks,

L

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Hello 7sagers,

If a question in LG asks, "Which one of the following Could Be False?"

Can a choice that is Must Be False be correct?

Similarly, if a question in LG asks, "Which of the following Could Be True?"

Can a choice that is Must Be True be correct?

Thanks very much in advance!

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So once again the new budget has potential catistaphic implications for students.

So is it too risky to LARP? So many schools have programs that work within the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

While they didn't act in these last budget the new one again calls for :

Trump's blueprint would streamline income-based loan repayment plans, eliminate the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program and scrap subsidized loans.

Repayment:

The new budget plan would collapse income-driven repayment plans - monthly student loan payment calculated based on income and family size - into one, under which student loan borrowers would pay 12.5 percent of their monthly income toward student loans. Borrowers in general pay 10 percent under current plans. 

Borrowers may have their remaining balance forgiven after 15 years if their loans covered undergraduate education. But those who borrow for graduate-level studies would have to make 30 years of payments before their balance can be forgiven. Under current law, loan forgiveness for private-sector employees kicks in after 20 or 25 years. 

If you want to read more: http://www.12news.com/article/money/magnify-money/what-president-trumps-budget-would-mean-for-student-loans/524707241

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Besides working as an attorney, do you guys plan to have or do you already have multiple sources of income? What are some good passive income streams to consider for a busy professional like an attorney? Many would say cryptocurrencies, but the market is highly volatile and I'm willing to get a lower ROI in exchange for stability. Plus, it's hard to be risky when you have student loans to consider haha.

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"Nothing in this world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not: nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent. Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not: the world is full of educated derelicts. Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent." - Calvin Coolidge

So when you are sitting there, stuck on a hard LR problem. When you are perplexed by a logic game. When you have no idea what you just read about in reading comp. (Still not sure why Elline Gray was putting licorice on wood) Remember that it is your persistence to push through that will make or break you. Ram your head against a brick wall enough, eventually it will break. So go about your studies in the most efficient manner you possibly can, but just remember your determination and persistence are there to back you up; to push you past those road blocks. As everyone always says, the LSAT is beatable. YOU can beat it.

You got this!

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This is probably a dumb question but Ive been hearing from a lot of people that the best way to improve is just to take practice tests and I understand where those people are coming from but I also think the curriculum is useful and even though I havnt finished it yet (Im17.5% through to be exact) and I already completed my diagnostic, Ive been wondering if I should be taking practice tests in between or if this is a bad Idea but Im not sure. Im curious to hear anyones opinion on it. Should I wait until Ive completed the curriculum to do them or should I do a couple while still taking the curriculum?

Thanks everyone and best of luck studying.

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June'18 Study Group | Blind Review PT 58 | Tuesday, March 6th | 7:30 pm EST

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I hope you're ready or gearing up to start PTing for the June 2018 LSAT. Join us this Tuesday if you are finished with the CC.

Provisional Schedule: https://calendar.google.com/calendar/embed?src=f3n8s2l60gkgm2ju8m8kk4vhn4@group.calendar.google.com&ctz=America/New_York

Note:

For everyone: take the PT under timed conditions; BR as you are able on your own; then join us for all or part of the call—everyone is welcome.

Note: For the purposes of the call, we like to check our group blind review score together at the very end of the call :) So at least don't say ... "No guys, really, it's D, I checked it.” KEEP THE CORRECT ANSWER TO YOURSELF. Win the argument with your reasoning.

These groups work best when folks from ALL stages of prep and with all different goals join in! Not just for "super-preppers" and definitely not just for the casual LSATer (does such a person exist?).

The only expectation anyone has for these calls is for you to have fun and ask questions as you desire. We are just a bunch of LSAT lovers who gather via GoToMeeting and intellectually slaughter each test.

Enter any questions you wish to go over on the spreadsheet below!

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Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.

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You can also dial in using your phone.

United States: +1 (786) 535-3211

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Joining from a video-conferencing room or system?

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First GoToMeeting? Let's do a quick system check: https://link.gotomeeting.com/system-check

June 18' Study Group Discord Link: https://discord.gg/kpGkYx6

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Hello!! I am beginning my LSAT prep as a junior finishing up my bachelors. I have a year or so to prep, although I’d like to do it in less time- but I’m really hoping to get a good score to receive the best scholarship offers.

I am a visual learner but also like having tangible materials while I study. Would you recommend 7sage Ultimate or Ultimate+? Also which supplemental printed materials would you guys recommend? Or would it be better to print the 7sage materials provided with the course?

Thank you in advance- Kathy

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Do we need to start looking for apartments now if we are going to live off campus? I was also curious what kind of meals you plan to cook for yourself during law schools . Trying get some ideas on cheap and healthy meals since I want to cut expenses as much as possible.

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Hello 7Sagers,

Oh how I have not missed you all! (only because it means LSAT is dominating every aspect of my life) I finally made the plunge and went ahead and purchased the Ultimate Course. I am taking the LSAT July 23rd, and this is my story...

In June of 2016 I paid $1000 for an in-person LSAT course. It was decent. It gave me access to a teacher who was incredibly accessible and his core-cirriculum helped me increase my LSAT score significantly. However, during his classes he went off on irrelevant tangents and personal stories that had no relation to the LSAT - I felt it was a significant waste of time. Additionally, kids from a certain school (BYU - the absolute worst) felt that sucking up to the teacher would somehow help them on their LSAT? Its beyond me. They were also a significant distraction from the course.

Come September 2016, I was able to increase my diagnostic (150) to Averaging 161 on my PTs. After my getting my score back I was simply devastated.... I scored a 153. So I wept, cried, binged, and then decided to buck tf up and get ready for December. Come then, I was averaging 162 and I was beyond thrilled to score a 161!! Seriously, I collapsed and wept tears of joy.

To say I had a rough application cycle is a complete understatement. I have some strong softs. I am former military (Enlisted JAG), worked 2 years as a paralegal at a prominent law firm, multiple publications, blah, blah, blah. I irresponsibly thought my softs would be enough to have schools look past my well below median LSAT score and mediocre GPA (3.6). To make a long story short, I got waitlisted at 7 schools and didnt get off of a single WL. I got into Utah, OSU, UF, UNC with some really geneours scholly offers. But being the prestige whore I am, I was not entirely satisfied.

I ended up reluctantly depositing at OSU but internally was looking for a way out. To fill some time during the summer I picked up an internship with a Congressman and come August I found my way out - I was offered a position as a full-time congressional staffer. I took the job, I love it (seriously I do, it is just fulfilling and engaging work) and I thought I was happy. A year into the job... I realize that I am still a prestige whore and that I still lack the prestige I so desperately crave from a prestigious law school (think T25). So one year and 3 months removed from my last LSAT administration, I knew something had to change. If I wanted a different result I had to do something different. Back during Round 1 of LSAT prep I simply didnt have the money for a $1000 AND $700 7Sage. I, like many of you, tradegically found 7Sage too late. So I lurked on discussion boards and commented here and there and looked for validation of my many irresponsible choices.

Finally here I am. Behold, a prodigal son has returned. And although the thought of LSAT study is excruciating to my mind, body and soul, I know this is what needs to happen. July 23rd will be my final day of reckoning - and I could not be more excited to share this journey with you poor souls.

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Now that the Georgetown deadline has passed, what did you guys do for the Top 10, if you chose that optional?

I did my top 10 favorite words and I wrote a little paragraph before explaining my history of loving different words lol I'm not entirely sure if I was supposed to do that, but they did say we could write up to 250 words...

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Hello 7sage!

I've bombed my Feb test, got over it, rested, and now I'm back on the grind..!!!!! Yay!!! Aiming to take the test June/Sept. In my PT's, I've been scoring mid to high 150s and getting around -8 on games. I realized if I am going to enter into 160s I need to address my games section.

So I am planning to devote March and maybe part of April to foolproofing 1-35 and perfecting the games. My concern is that when I focus on games for a month or two I might be getting worse in LR and RC. What are your thoughts on that? Should I be doing a little bit of LR and RC on the side to keep the momentum going? Even if it means like one passage a day, or 1 LR section a week? Or is it safe to focus on perfecting the games for a while?

I am not too concerned about RC getting worse, because I realized I haven’t really improved in RC to begin with. But for LR, I am worried that I might lose my momentum and have to start from scratch again after I come back from foolproofing games. Do you guys have any ideas about how I can continue to practice LR on the side while foolproofing 1-35?

Thanks in advance :)

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I submitted Jan 27th and have started getting back some answers. Stats are UGPA: 3.0 LSAT: 165. I've also been out of school for six years and working for what it's worth.

I received a rejection from NYU a week ago but today I received an acceptance email from GWU with a scholarship offer for $105K. According to the LSAC calculator I should have had a less than 25% chance of even getting in. Do you think that a scholarship offer might indicate that they believe higher ranked schools may accept me as well? I might just be hoping here but I'm curious!

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I work full time managing a law firm. Trying to decide how much time is a sufficient mental break before starting school. Is two weeks too short? I think the earliest I could stop working is early July. My office is great and fairly stress free, but I just want to be able to hit the ground running come August!

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I got into a school whose median LSAT and GPA are higher than mine, but got rejected from a school whose median LSAT was the same as mine? Acceptance rate was higher at the school that rejected me. It was also out of state, if that makes any difference at all. Super excited that I GOT INTO FUCKING LAW SCHOOL!!!!!!!! But what gives?

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So, don't flame me for living in my bubble of middle class economic privilege... I get it if cost is a legitimate barrier.

I saw this here today and it is a recurring theme in other LSAT / law school admission corners of the interwebs. For a segment of the law school applicants, the ability to live without a car is a meaningful input into a school decision. As a guy in his mid-40's, I can count on one hand the number of months I've lived since turning 16 in which I did not have a car. I also think that not owning a car puts serious impediments to life in one's way. Personally, I cannot imagine life without a car. I assume that some people legitimately cannot afford a car (and all the maintenance, insurance, other stuff that goes with ownership) and those living in large metropolises like New York with significant transportation infrastructure (and parking costs equal or more than mortgage payments) don't need one, but for everyone else that this applies to, why do you not own a car or plan to get one?

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