Submitting applications before taking Jan '25 LSAT?

tausifnbashar

Hello, I'm scheduled to take the LSAT this coming January but I am wondering if I submit my applications beforehand?

Also, does anyone know whether submitting the application early makes any difference or will the programs begin looking into my application once the Jan exam scores are released (or does it differ school by school)?

Thanks!

Hsc.lacevedo

From my understanding, Law schools will not look at your application until that final score is released. I do not think it will make much of a difference if you submit now or once the Jan LSAT releases, I would just make sure that you have everything together and you are ready to submit applications the day that the LSAT score is released.

tausifnbashar

Thank you!

GamesHater

Hello tausifnbashar,

A law school will not review an incomplete application. If you submit your application without an official and valid LSAT score on file, then your application will not be reviewed. If you already have an official LSAT score on file, then your application can be reviewed, and you can update your file later with a new score.

There is no reason to apply early if you are only submitting an incomplete application. Wait until you have your score so you know where you should apply.