I have my mind set on going to law school in the Fall of 2017 and i want to know if i should be taking the test in september or december of 2016? Will this even make a difference? I dont want to take to test for June because i feel i can get better but i dont want to pass the deadline for next years admission.
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With a September test, you can apply to schools in October and early November, and with the December test you will apply in January.
The most important thing however is when you will be ready. There is no reason to take in September if you are not fully prepared and you'll have to wait for a December score for the schools to look at your application. If you live in a larger city, you have plenty of time to decide.
If it helps you focus your studies, plan for the September test and evaluate your progress in June and then register for whatever test you feel you will be most prepared for.
September 2016 LSAT Date. 8:30am, Saturday, September 24, 2016. Register by August 10, 2016.
December 2016 LSAT Date. 8:30am, Saturday, December 3, 2016. Register by October 18, 2016
Ask those of us who made that mistake...
Aim for the September test and retake in December if need be. If anything, know that you're going to take it in September may help keep you out of the "I have plenty of time to study" mindset.
The amount of impact the LSAT has on your future career is completely disproportionate; there are few corollaries in other professions, but for a legal career, your score will largely determine your choice of school, potential debt load/scholarships, and networks/employability after law school. If that means taking an extra year to get yourself in a great position with this test, it may very well be worth it.
@alexandergreene93 Congratulations on your accomplishments! Thank you for sharing your inspiring personal journey and additional resources for all of us to use to reach our goals:)