So I was planning to take my LSAT in December, but I was scoring in the 150's with BR's in the 160's, no where near my goal, so I just finally said I don't want to put myself under so much pressure for the December test, and postponed my test until Feb. I am feeling a bit stressed out considering my parents and everyone around me is nagging me to death to take the December administration so I don't take a year off, but I know this score is just way too important, considering this determines school, job prospect, and how much scholarship money I will get, to just allow their nagging to overpower common sense.
From your perspectives, do you guys fee like my decision was reasonable, or was I just paranoid and actually had enough time to study and score in the 170's by December?
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DECISION IS MORE THAN REASONABLE. Decision is ADMIRABLE.
I am in the exact same predicament you're in and I refuse to take the test until I know I did everything I can to put myself in a position to succeed. Words can't even express how much pressure I've been getting from family, friends, etc. but this test is just too damn important. It's my life, not theirs. Sean Hannity, whom I love, was asked how he got to where he was today. He answered saying that he didn't let others determine the path he'd take. People told him that he'll never become big in the media industry but he didn't give a damn. He pursued his dreams and look where he's at today.
I applaud your decision, it's definitely not an easy one. But in a year, when you hit your target score, it'll feel so damn good. Thank god I discovered this forum because if I hadn't I would've just settled. And I know to never settle for average.
Glad to know I'm not the only one in this situation. Good luck with everything!
It is possible to know that you're ready without seeing ... "consistent" goal scores. I don't want someone to freak out and cancel because they saw 3 173's in a row and then a 165 (or a dreaded 169) the week before the test. Ok. So many factors go into PT scores and you gotta give yourself some wiggle room. The most important thing is that you've HIT your goal score, and hopefully like 5+ times.
You'll know when you're ready. There will be no doubt in your mind. In my opinion, you only feel ready when you're probably over-ready. Kinda like an avocado.
Unless, of course, they’re paying rent and living expenses for said LSAT student. Then, it get’s complicated...
Although, I must say I am living at home… My parents and God-father are pushing me into the December LSAT with only 3 months of prep, I don't feel ready at all despite my efforts. I want to push to Feb or even June.