Does anyone else feel disappointed/like a complete failure unworthy of being accepted to law school after taking the test? I went into it feeling fairly prepared with months of studying under my wing, but I knew a lot of my score would be dependent on how I performed on test day and the difficulty of the test given. I felt like the test itself was very fair (almost on the easier side), but I have no idea how I performed. I hoped to come out of the test feeling relieved to finally be done after all the time I've spent on preparing, but all I feel is anxiety and disappointment because I'm not confident in my performance. If anything, I feel that I underperformed.

The only section I felt confident in was LG, and for the rest it just felt like I was just on autopilot - no time to freak out or gauge how well I was doing, just had to chug through and get the questions answered. It turns out the section that I was least confident in was NOT my experimental section as I had hoped, so that doesn't help matters. Now I have to wait until freakin' January to find out whether I completely screwed it up or nailed it. And in the case that I screwed it up completely, I can't even take it again because most of my schools won't accept February scores. I’m not getting my hopes up at all about my score because I have a pretty good feeling I’m going to be disappointed. I guess I won't know for sure until January, but it's definitely not fun to invest so much time into preparing for something and only feel overwhelming disappointment instead of relief after finally finishing it.

Ok guys.. One of my LR section went very unpredictable meaning that I was second guessing my every answer for that section and time pressure did not help and now I am not sure if I should cancel the score or not. I just want to know if it's ok to do it. and if I don't, what are the consequences. I am a Canadian LSAT taker btw, considering the Canada schools only.

So although I have decided to take the test in February regardless of my December score, I feel at a bit of a loss to where to restart studying. I don't know if it is because I'm still fairly tired, and relieved it is over. I just don't know where to go back to studying. Does anybody have any thoughts on how they are planning to get back at it?

Hey All, I want to file a complaint against my proctor for my LSAT. Can you let me know if I have a valid case?

During the test, when I was taking the LG section. She called the 5 minute marker, 5 minutes earlier than it was suppose to be. After the end of the 5 min marker, she recalled her earlier statement and said that we had 5 mins again. This event seriously threw me off the test, I was not able to get pass the last LG question, which is usually my strongest section. I want to complain to LSAC, but I don't want my score to be cancelled since I still want to know how I did. I also don't want to just delay the test because I was planning on applying this semester. Please any advice will be appreciated. Thank you!

Proctors: The proctors were very friendly, super professional, meticulous and systematic in their duties (checking IDs, handing out materials,addressing concerns). They went out of their way to ensure a positive testing experience. The head proctor in my testing room wrote start and end times on the white board, and gently cleared her throat before each 5 minute announcement (which made it less startling).

Facilities: Engineering Teaching and Learning Center on U of A Campus

What kind of room: Medium sized lecture hall with tiered seating rows

How many in the room: I will guess around 80 in my room, test takers were divided into a few rooms alphabetically by last name.

Desks: The desks were long tables, and we were adequately spaced with a seat between each test taker. Chairs were comfortable, but not adjustable in any way.

Left-handed accommodation: not applicable due to seating style.

Noise levels: Very quiet, I think the entire building was dedicated to the LSAT during the testing time.

Parking: Weekend parking is free on street, but not terribly close. Parkade was cheap and close to testing center.

Time elapsed from arrival to test: I arrived just after 8am, check in was no later than 8:30. I was seated by 8:15 and we started the first section around 9:30

Irregularities or mishaps: none.

Other comments: The ladies washroom had plenty of stalls, but the line up was still ridiculous on break, and I was thankful to have finished some sections early instead of spending my break in line for the bathroom.

Would you take the test here again? Yes, but I am hopeful to be done with the LSAT for the rest of eternity.

Date[s] of Exam[s]: Dec 2, 2017

Just got approved for the lsac fee waiver. Should I get the super prep II? They will give me a complimentary copy. Anything valuable in it I could use to supplement 7sage?

Date of Exam: December 2, 2017

Proctors: Proctors were great to me! My water bottle actually leaked on my ticket on the most important part, meaning my face was ripped out and in a separate, soggy piece. I definitely panicked a little bit, but the proctors accepted the ticket and then let me re-print after the exam so that a non-ripped ticket could go to the LSAC. However, they were inconsistent with the watches. I have one of those timer analog watches like this: https://smile.amazon.com/Toptiertimer-Custom-LSAT-Approved-Watch/dp/B00T6Y5TOS/ , and so did one other test taker. They noticed her watch and confiscated it, but didn't look at mine so I was able to use it during the test (didn't help me though - I forgot to check during the only section I regularly run out of time on and ended up not answering ANY of the questions for the last logic game!).

Facilities: Holland Hall Testing Center

What kind of room: Classroom

How many in the room: 25-30

Desks: Desks were long tables with the attached swivel chairs. We were seated with one seat between us, so there was plenty of room to spread out the booklet and answer sheet. Perfect for taking the LSAT!

Left-handed accommodation: Yes, since they're just chairs and tables.

Noise levels: Noise level was quiet. There were no disruptions during the test.

Parking: Parking was ample and free behind the building.

Time elapsed from arrival to test: I'm not really sure! The clock in the room was not working, so I'm not sure what time we started. I do know that we got out about 15 minutes before 2, so all in all it took more than 5 hours.

Irregularities or mishaps: None

Would you take the test here again: Yes, absolutely! I took the LSAT at Vanderbilt before and we had tiny tablet desks which were just a nightmare. I was really happy that TSU had actual tables so if I take again in February it will definitely be at TSU!

Hey Everyone. I just wanted to say how thankful I am that I discovered 7sage. I never could have imagined finding such a great community to learn from and a format that allowed me to go at my own pace and fit my personal study needs.

I just completed the December LSAT and I have to say it's hard to not think about the potential score! However, I wanted to share some thoughts with those that may be new to the community or have been studying recently. It is incredibly easy to get discouraged by such a daunting test. If you find yourself doubting your abilities, wondering if you should just pursue something else and have high levels of anxiety about the test- believe me, that's normal. The preparation for the test is a psychological battle with yourself. The only thing really standing in your way from doing YOUR BEST, is YOU. I wrote the LSAT 3 times. The first time, I did it on a whim to just get a feel for the test. Let's just say that if you go in scoring a 148, expect a 148. My second time, I did not do enough preparation. I figured that doing a couple of timed sections back to back or some studying here and there would make the difference in achieving a high 150. OH BOY LETS JUST SAY I WAS SUPER WRONG! I received another 148 on my second test and wow was I ever shocked and dejected. I couldn't believe it. I waited out the application process and nearly got into one law school but it didn't end up happening. I was at a cross roads, I had one last chance, I had failed now twice (even though the first one was really just to see what it was like) and I was wondering if I should just walk away from the test. I thought, I could always apply as a mature student and hopefully bump up my LSAT in the future. In the first week of September, I came across 7sage, I said to myself that I would rather give it MY ALL and fail then not even try.

For those of you feeling discouraged by unsuccessful previous attempts or a lack of success in studying, understand that if you put the TIME, EFFORT AND COMMITMENT you can improve. Before this saturday's test, I scored a 160 on the September LSAT. I never dreamed that I could do it because I had allowed myself to feel dejected and to think that I couldn't do it. Believe me, the test is not easy but you can improve. If you want to go to law school and that's your end goal, you need to give this test your all. It won't be easy, there will be times when you want to give up but if you put the time and effort in -NO HALF ASSING TRUST ME!!! you will improve and you will do YOUR BEST!

Some overall suggestions:

If anyone has a question, wants some advice feel free to message. Just remember, 7sage is a community and we are here to help each other.

Good luck to those studying for Februarys Test.

My first time writing the LSAT was over the weekend. I had dedicated a solid 4 months to studying full time using a variety of prep materials. I felt OK for most of the test until I got to the last LG section and I ran into difficulty with the third and fourth games. I ended up guessing on the majority of the questions in Games 3 and 4, and that really clouded my perception of the whole test. My gut tells me I didn't do well, mainly because of this blunder. I was PT'ing around my targeted score range for the schools I want (159 - 164), but I have no idea if I made into this range on the actual test.

Going forward, what should I do to make sure something like this doesn't happen again? I was fairly confident in my strategy for games. I've exhausted most PT's and finished the Core Curriculum on 7Sage. Could my testing blunder just be a mental miscue due to a combination of stress/fatigue? Or is there something I can do to recalibrate my study strategy so that this sort of thing never happens again?

I am curious.. take any PTs before completing the CC? My goal is at least a 10pt increase, and I am sitting for the Feb. exam. (If I don't make it, I'll take June, but for now I set a goal of a 10 point increase and sit for Feb.). I have 10 pts, and have no trouble buying more, and am working my way through the CC now. I realize I would face disappointment if I don't see a difference in score yet, then sort of just wasted a test, or maybe I would see a slight increase? Have any of you taken PTs before completing the CC? I have the starter for now.. and printed the custom study schedule and so far am ahead of it, b/c studying is basically my full-time job right now, thank God for this opportunity. So, anyway... take a couple of tests here and there or wait until completely done with the starter CC? That will put me around mid to end of January and give me about 4 or 5 weeks to take all of my PTs before the Feb. test.. My fear is not getting enough timed-test practice in ...

So was the perfect score v4 watch banned from the December lsat or was I the only one had his watch taken away 5 min before the exam started?

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Hey all,

I am consistently missing 2-3 on each section. So no obvious weaknesses are popping out to me. Still, I need to make the jump from the high160s to mid-170's consistently. Who has done this? How does one do this? Lol any help appreciated.

Thanks 7sage (3(/p)

Proctors: 3 middle aged women, lead proctor was a university dean and professional demeanor.

Facilities: large brick academic building (MLK Jr. Communication Arts Center)

What kind of room: Mid-century-mod yellow lecture hall (tiered with steps), brick walls, no windows, lights optimal--not too bright (I worry about fluorescent-bulb-induced migraines and that was not an issue). Temperature was perfect (on a cold day).

How many in the room: around 50, and another 50 in another similar lecture hall.

Desks: generous space to spread out on long tables, with testers seated in every other chair. Chairs were attached to tables but swivel and tilt made them extremely comfortable for such a design. I am short (5'1") and my feet reached firmly to the floor, which is always a plus!

Left-handed accommodation: I am not left-handed, but I assume this is not needed due to table setup

Noise levels: quiet, except one train horn that scared the bejezus out of half the test-takers during the writing section.

Parking: plentiful, free -- but I was dropped off and that was easy too at the circle in front of the test building.

Time elapsed from arrival to test: testing started as on-time as I can imagine, about 20 minutes after the published start-time.

Irregularities or mishaps: Prior to the start of the test the proctors made a mistake with booklet distribution, realized their mistake and retrieved booklets to pass them out again in the correct order (by serial number)-- this was handled professionally but caused a huge wave of laughter through the room, which was an awesome way to break the pre-test anxiety! This was my first LSAT, so not sure if this is normal: at the end, we were released 45 minutes later than I was expecting if the test had started perfectly on-time-- I assume this is due to the time spent re-distributing materials after the break and prior to the writing section.

Other comments: The combination of desk space, chair comfort, and optimal lighting made this a winning test center!

Would you take the test here again? Absolutely, I will.

Date[s] of Exam[s]: 12/2/17

There's gotta be something wrong with my learning skills. I started out at 156 and I can't top 162 practically a year later. It's super confusing and frustrating - I started out going -4 or -3 on logical reasoning and -8 or -9 on RC and -15 on games. I decided to focus on the latter two since I was worse on them but it's completely backfired. I've managed to significantly improve on RC (I just needed to go faster) and now get -3 or -4, but I haven't improved at all on the games- and my logical reasoning has, inexplicably, gotten significantly worse - now I'm averaging -6. What the heck?

Is anyone in a similar boat where they've just plateaued? My diagnostic was decent so I was sure I would be able to top 165 on the test and I'm really frustrated. Why am I getting worse in logical reasoning? So weird.

During section 2 I get a bit of a crick in my neck, I previously asked the proctor how high can I raise my test booklet off the table and she said she'd 'just let me know' big mistake! During section 3 I had it raised off the desk and she stood in front of me during a LG question and started waving her hands, startling and distracting me from this already difficult task. Luckily I'm certain it was an experimental section. Anyone have a similar issue with this test?

Hey all,

Hope everyone is dealing with their post-LSAT anxiety well. For me, the exam felt fine. Much better than September, and I think I have a good shot at getting my goal score.

Still, I feel like I should register for the February exam just in case...even though I'm planning on applying this cycle. The testing center I use, and really really like, fills up pretty quickly, so I kinda want to get a spot just in case.

Thoughts?

Do we need to memorize which logical operators belong to which group #? Is that the idea? Or is it more to grasp the concept of the language and be able to read the sentence and know which is the necessary vs sufficient, thereby knowing placement for sc --> nc. I hope this makes sense. I am at about 13% in the CC and doing the quizzes. I am finding myself, in order to be fast, having to look at my notes to determine to which group the logical operator belongs. Am I acting to fast, do I need to work on identifying it not by group numbers, or do I? Am I to be working on accuracy and understanding here before speed?

Two questions. I have my apps ready to go and I've been submitting them over the past few days to many T-20's. I took the LSAT yesterday and I believe I scored at least 3 points higher(+/- 5) than September.

First: Do I need to email the schools and tell them to hold off on reviewing my app until scores arrive? Most schools seem to take over a month to render a decision and even longer to waitlist/deny. Would it be safe to just send the apps and count on my scores being in before they review my app?

Second: Is it alright to send an additional addendum after you have submitted an application? If My score increases by more than 5 points I would like to explain the reason behind the increase.

Thanks everyone for the advice!

Any pre post during lsat - funny stories? Share them here!

On yesterday’s test, I was stuck between (A) and (C). I originally bubbled in C but realized that A was the correct answer. As time was running out, I hastily erased C and bubbled in only about 60% of A before time was called.

Im pretty confident that A is the correct answer but I was wondering if the scantron machine will process A as my correct answer even if it’s not bubbled in entirely.

I'm also waiting on a couple of my recommenders to finish their letters for me. So at the very least, I need to wait for them... Right? Should I send my incomplete applications in, and supplement the letters later? Is it going to hurt my application that it will be coming in close to the deadline?

I've heard that getting the apps in as early as possible is important for the T14 schools, but for the rest, it makes very little difference. Any thoughts? Thanks!

Proctors: Excellent. Kind, professional, quiet during test. Really happy with them.

Facilities: Law school classroom. Building is newer, so pretty comfortable and well-equipped.

What kind of room: Large classroom, basement level, typical law class set up with tiered rows, long connected desks.

How many in the room: around 50

Desks: Long connected desk that runs length of row, seated us every other seat. Plenty of room to spread out whatever you need.

Left-handed accommodation: not necessary

Noise levels: Quiet

Parking: Small visitor parking lot on campus next to law school ($6 for all day). I arrived at 7:45 and got a spot, but at about 8:00am there was a rush and the lot quickly filled up. Outside of that, there is metered on-street parking (runs on Saturdays, max 4 hours so doesn't really work). I believe there are some other paid parking lots in the neighborhood, but not much other parking on campus. Arrive early, or be ready to park somewhere else!

Time elapsed from arrival to test: Arrived 8am, check in began 8:30, test began at about 9:30.

Irregularities or mishaps: None! Totally smooth.

Other comments: Visible clock on wall, chairs were ok but not super comfy. Temperature and lighting all comfortable and ideal. Vending machines with sodas and snacks available and accessible at break (accepts credit cards!). Large restroom, but line was long for rooms that started break slightly later. Hustle to the restroom if you want to go on break.

Would you take the test here again? Absolutely! Probably the best option in Seattle area, with the exception of limited parking.

Date[s] of Exam[s]: 12/2/17

Backstory: I took multivariable calculus as a junior in high school (yeah I know, I was pretty far ahead), and skipped any math my senior year of high school to do a legal internship instead. By the time I took linear algebra my freshman year of college, it had been well over a year and a half since I had done any math, and even though linear is considered the "easy one" (at least compared to real analysis), it was by far my worst grade in college (a C+), although my grades across the board my freshman fall were pretty mediocre. It also made me remember that I absolutely hated math, and I never took another math course again. Is this something worth writing an addendum for, even though it's just one grade as opposed to say, a personal tragedy that seriously affects somebody's grades across the board for a semester?

Finished the Dec LSAT. Regardless of the outcome, how do you deal with the anxiety of waiting? Does anyone have any strategy? That's something I'm seriously struggling with, and I am really sure I will continue to struggle with it in the coming days :(