Should I Get a Tutor? (166 June 2021 LSAT... shooting for 170+)

WishingOnAStar

Hi all,

I scored a 166 on the June 2021 LSAT Flex, which was my PT average heading into the test (I scored into the 170s a couple of times). I am generally aware of my two weaknesses, which I've outlined below, but would love some feedback on how helpful a tutor would be.

1. Logic Games—I am able to generally finish with -0/-2 on most sections, but will freeze up (which has nothing to do with not understanding the games) in others, missing -5/-6, which I think is what happened on this June 2021 test.
2. Reading Comprehension—I am able to go around -2/-3 consistently when I go back over the paragraphs as I read and an additional time before hitting questions (usually takes me about 3:30 to do all of this), but I get anxious and don't practice good habits in certain PTs.

Any thoughts on if a tutor could be helpful at this point? Would they be able to reveal anything else about my performance? Or should I just trudge through and work on these two weak areas?

Thanks!

oliviamariemott

I'm in a similar position. I just got a tutor and I believe she is helping, but what has been actually especially helpful for me is adding in the habit of meditation. I know it doesn't sound like it would be helpful, but my achilles heel on the test is anxiety, so learning to manage that has I believe put me in a better position for my upcoming test. Sounds like it might help you too, based on what you said about freezing up.

I think where my tutor helps most is with providing some structure to my studying and helping me feel more confident about my answers and not second guess them, so yeah I would recommend it. Plus a higher LSAT can end up offsetting the cost of a tutor in increased scholarships, etc

t14Fanatic

Where do you hire private tutor?

Juliet - Student Service

@jinqiu6356 said:
Where do you hire private tutor?

Hi there,

We have a list of approved private tutors here: https://7sage.com/discussion/#/discussion/comment/68763

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WishingOnAStar

@oliviamariemott said:
I'm in a similar position. I just got a tutor and I believe she is helping, but what has been actually especially helpful for me is adding in the habit of meditation. I know it doesn't sound like it would be helpful, but my achilles heel on the test is anxiety, so learning to manage that has I believe put me in a better position for my upcoming test. Sounds like it might help you too, based on what you said about freezing up.

I think where my tutor helps most is with providing some structure to my studying and helping me feel more confident about my answers and not second guess them, so yeah I would recommend it. Plus a higher LSAT can end up offsetting the cost of a tutor in increased scholarships, etc

Thanks for your reply! I have actually started meditation! And it seems to have a positive impact... It's great to know someone else is working through a similar issue. As a follow up to your other point—How often are you meeting with your tutor?

oliviamariemott

Started off with twice a week but now it's once a week! I would do it more but it's expensive lol

@WishingOnAStar said:

@oliviamariemott said:
I'm in a similar position. I just got a tutor and I believe she is helping, but what has been actually especially helpful for me is adding in the habit of meditation. I know it doesn't sound like it would be helpful, but my achilles heel on the test is anxiety, so learning to manage that has I believe put me in a better position for my upcoming test. Sounds like it might help you too, based on what you said about freezing up.

I think where my tutor helps most is with providing some structure to my studying and helping me feel more confident about my answers and not second guess them, so yeah I would recommend it. Plus a higher LSAT can end up offsetting the cost of a tutor in increased scholarships, etc

Thanks for your reply! I have actually started meditation! And it seems to have a positive impact... It's great to know someone else is working through a similar issue. As a follow up to your other point—How often are you meeting with your tutor?

Ravinder

I would highly recommend working with a private tutor. I was stuck at 162 after several attempts. Then worked with two of the best tutors and got a 177 after 4 months of additional study after understanding the test much better. The tutors were expensive as they are well known and in high demand but were well worth the investment as I got into Columbia and NYU. Working with private tutors was well worth the investment.

jmarin5

@Ravinder said:
I would highly recommend working with a private tutor. I was stuck at 162 after several attempts. Then worked with two of the best tutors and got a 177 after 4 months of additional study after understanding the test much better. The tutors were expensive as they are well known and in high demand but were well worth the investment as I got into Columbia and NYU. Working with private tutors was well worth the investment.

Do you mind sharing who your tutors were?

brookegojazz

I would recommend a tutor as well! They can help get you over that last hump. Sounds like you've got a great foundation and need some help tweaking pieces of test day/even strategy. I utilized a 7sage tutor and highly recommend! If you can't afford a tutor, look and see if you can find a BR partner/group, that could help too!

Ravinder

@jmarin5 said:

@Ravinder said:
I would highly recommend working with a private tutor. I was stuck at 162 after several attempts. Then worked with two of the best tutors and got a 177 after 4 months of additional study after understanding the test much better. The tutors were expensive as they are well known and in high demand but were well worth the investment as I got into Columbia and NYU. Working with private tutors was well worth the investment.

Do you mind sharing who your tutors were?
I don't mind sharing the tutors I worked with. I went through about 6 six tutors before I found the two best. It may be better to dm me so I can speak more freely about what were the pros and cons of each.

jmarin5

@Ravinder said:

@jmarin5 said:

@Ravinder said:
I would highly recommend working with a private tutor. I was stuck at 162 after several attempts. Then worked with two of the best tutors and got a 177 after 4 months of additional study after understanding the test much better. The tutors were expensive as they are well known and in high demand but were well worth the investment as I got into Columbia and NYU. Working with private tutors was well worth the investment.

Do you mind sharing who your tutors were?
I don't mind sharing the tutors I worked with. I went through about 6 six tutors before I found the two best. It may be better to dm me so I can speak more freely about what were the pros and cons of each.

Hey Ravinder,

Thanks for offering to share your experience. I just DM'd you.

samlawnotes

Hey, @jmarin5 and @Ravinder! I have just sent you both DM's about this thread. I'm also looking for PT advice. Thanks!