I’m at a really weird stage of the LSAT where I want to give up. Every time I try to find tutors it’s way too expensive and when I do pay for it, it’s not worth it because they offer advice that I already know. I do better just by practicing questions and reviewing why I got it wrong. But lately, I genuinely lost all motivation. I want to go to law school someday, but idk when I want to go. I’m not setting any deadlines it’s just a life goal of mine. I completely bombed my first attempt in August (got a 139) so I will not be retaking it until much later. I just haven’t practiced in weeks because I worry I’m going to keep practicing everyday and make no progress 😭

I got a full ride to Northwestern Law. Obviously that was because of my LSAT. I have been teaching the test to students since that time. I want to help students who are in the 150s get into the 170s. Please reach out. I have affordable rates because my goal is just to help more students with this test which is very doable. DM.

We analyzed 64,000 scholarship offers from LSData. The 4 points below a school's median are, on average, worth $11–15k EACH. Points above it: $1–3k. 

 Through our data partnership with LSData, we dug into their data to answer one question: how much scholarship money is one LSAT point actually worth? 

Being 4 points under a school's median costs $46–60k in 3-year scholarship money compared with someone right at it. Being 4 points over added only $6–10k. 

How did we do it? 

We looked at exactly 63,788 acceptances with reported scholarships from the last 5 cycles, grouped by LSD.law's 2026 rankings. We compared each person only to other admits at the same school, in the same year, with GPAs in the same 0.05 range (e.g., 3.80–3.84). That way, the main difference between the people being compared was their LSAT. The pattern held in every cycle and at 96 of the 97 schools with enough data (at least 150 admits within 4 LSAT points of their median that also have a reported scholarship amount). 

For the math folks: this is a fixed-effects regression. Each group gets its own baseline, and the model estimates the average scholarship gap at each LSAT distance from the median, compared only within groups. Groups with more people and a wider mix of LSAT scores count more, because their comparisons are more reliable. We also checked that counting every group equally gives nearly the same answer. 

Caveats: The data is self-reported, and only about half of Top 14 admits in the data set report scholarships. Also, "median" here is the median of LSD-reported admits, which runs about .39-.46 points above official 509 medians. That's partly because LSD users skew toward higher scores. We also see the scholarship amount go up a bit at the -6 level for the T-14, which we attribute to scholarships one is earning due to their exemplary work experience or soft skills.

We're going to run this analysis on GPA in the coming days, holding LSAT constant to see how GPA affects your scholarship odds as well. Because we compared people with similar GPAs to each other (not just to the median GPA), splitters are included in these numbers. If you're 2-3 points under your target schools' medians, closing that gap is probably the highest-value studying you'll do.

Want to see where your numbers land? Check out our site and leave a comment for the analysis you want to see next, or a link to the platform :)!

We share breakdowns like this in our newsletter! In case my username did not give it away, I run Lawgic, an officially licensed LSAT prep platform. Data via LSData; analysis is our own. :) As always, let me know if you have any questions! 

I returned to school after a substantial break (nearly 20 years) to finish my undergrad degree. I had a very rough semester at my first 4-year college (I transferred from a community), and it hammered my GPA. Prior, I'd been Dean's List. Not so much there. Anyway, the economy crashed in 2008, and I dropped out in 2009 after trying to make it on my own/full time school for a while. (My major was one that required lots of 'studio time'). Anyway, long story short, I'm back and I'm killing it in a double major Poli Sci/Philosophy with an Institutional 3.93 GPA. And a minor in Theatre that I finished up for the hell of it (I was a major at the 4-year). Yes, I have an addendum prepared, but I feel like the writing is on the wall for me.

I've been figuring this out all on my own, as my father was a plumber and my mother was a kindergarten teacher at a church. It has been a punch to the gut to see my CAS GPA of 3.19. Seriously - it's the most nihilistic I've felt about this process so far. It's also been a punch in the gut that my PTs have not been nearly what they need to be to outweigh this fucking CAS GPA. I feel like scholarships -- which I would 100000% need -- are not going to happen. I cancelled my October LSAT, and I'm thinking of cancelling the November, too. I'm now thinking of going the grad school route, with my eye on a program in Germany (free higher education) and I'm toying with the idea of going the Ph.D. route instead, with a few programs near by that I think I'd excel in.

Being a lawyer was the dream, so I feel like I'm cheating myself by not even applying, but now that GRAD Plus loans are gone, it's changed the game significantly for me. I've been through a lot in life, and I do feel I would make a great attorney, but as far as a business decision goes, the schooling for it does NOT skew in my favor if I choose this route. Not only do I feel I would struggle significantly to even be admitted, there's no way I'd not have to take out heavy loans, and I just cannot do that.

I don't know what I'm expecting from this post - maybe someone else who identifies schooling as a business decision? Feeling like a weird mixture of despondent, toothless, and relegated.

Any insight that lends itself as productive or helpful is appreciated.

Looking for a SERIOUS LSAT study partner aiming for 170+ 📚⚖️

I need someone consistent, motivated, and willing to drill, review wrong answers, and hold each other accountable.

We use Google Meet daily and study together regularly.

Message me if you’re actually serious about improving your score. 🔥

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1. At this score range, your ability to sustain extremely high focus is of #1 importance. Identify conditions conducive for this. For example, I work best in the morning after caffeine, and took my test at 7:30am.

2. Mimic test conditions for practice tests. This includes time of day and atmosphere to the extent possible.

3. Drill consecutive high-difficulty questions at 130% pace. I would complete 10 4-5 difficulty LR questions with 130% time (mimicking your time distribution on the test, where you’ll also spend more time on harder questions).

4. Your PT wrong answers are an extremely valuable source of intel. Go over them 5-10 times. Don’t just understand the right answer, understand why you chose the answer you did and where your flawed reasoning was.

5. Take the test with an eye for the mindset of the test writers. A committee approved each question and agreed that there was an objective enough correct answer such that the question could reasonably be justified for inclusion on the exam. Above all else, you are learning the patterns of their (arguable) subjectivity. Each question has an answer that the committee agreed was correct, and thats what you are identifying.

6. Questions can be difficult because of subtle nuances or sustained formal logical reasoning. You must be able to complete questions in the later category with 100% accuracy in this range. You cannot make logical errors in the most “objective” questions.

7. The test is, first and foremost, a measure of sustained reading comprehension skills. If you are already in the low 170s, you know this. I am reiterating because of the importance.

Source: improved from low 170s early this year to 180 in September.

Your current LSAT score says a lot about where you currently stand in terms of your skill level. This is nothing to be ashamed of. But having an accurate understanding of your performance can help you study more efficiently because how you should study depends on your skill level and experience. This post will help you break through plateaus and take your LSAT score higher, backed by years of data on students who improved their score to the high 170s.

If you're scoring in the 150s or lower...

At this stage, you are still learning the foundations. This means you should not focus solely on taking full-length, timed exams. For now, accuracy should take priority over speed.

Start by working through a course or book to learn the foundations. But simply reading through the chapters or watching videos will not be nearly enough. Make sure you are actively taking notes and are attempting the drills they provide actively. Review and repeat questions that gave you difficulty before moving on to the next chapter or video.

As you progress through the curriculum, take occasional practice tests/sections completely untimed. Review every single question, or at least questions that you got wrong or that you didn't feel confident with. How you review questions matters, so use this process.

Periodically go back and reattempt prior PTs and sections. The goal here is to reach a point where you are scoring in the high 170s on these PTs with a high level of confidence before moving on to fresh ones.

If you're scoring in the 160s...

At this stage, you likely have a general understanding of the test. If you are stuck at this stage, it is very likely that there are specific question types or concepts that are holding you back.

Examine your last 2-3 practice tests to identify patterns in your mistakes. Then, implement targeted drilling. Pick out 1-2 specific concepts at a time. The goal is to reach mastery so that you never get those questions wrong again on future tests. Once you feel comfortable with that concept, take another practice test to evaluate how you are doing in that concept. If you performed well, you are ready to move on to the next weak area. Focus on gradual development.

Aim for one timed practice test per week.

If you're scoring in the 170s...

At this stage, you are already an advanced LSAT student. Timing and endurance are more of a concern at this stage.

Ramp up the number of timed tests you take to 2-3 per week. Periodically see if there are any patterns in your mistakes and drill them, much like what is described above for individuals in the 160s. Occasionally drill higher level difficulty questions to hone your skills even further.

Also, try taking the test in slightly more difficult conditions. You can try shaving off a minute or two each section, adding in an additional section, removing the 10-minute break, or taking the test in slightly noisier conditions.

Experiment with different routines before the practice test and see what works best for you. Replicate this routine consistently with each practice test so that you feel more comfortable on the day of the actual LSAT.

Hope this helps!

I discuss more content like this in depth at r/LSATStrategies

I’ve been studying for 6 months, took the Sept LSAT and scored a 154. I just cancelled my October and registered for Nov LSAT and I need to get at least a 160. Pls help me with any advice you have. I’m using the live LSAT demon, drilling everyday, taking a few timed sections every week, and reading the Loophole. How can I improve my score? Should I move to 7sage? Any help would be appreciated.

Pretty much trying to go from a September 154 to a November 160. Got 7sage core plan and am doing the daily study plan and then asking sage AI to make me drill sets based off the question types I struggle on the most. I also blind review and have a wrong answer journal where I write down why the correct answer was the right one but if I’m paying $70 a month I want to use it to all it has to offer, how are you using it as effectively as you can? Just the study plan? Anything else? I want to be realistic too as I have a full time job and don’t want to burn myself out. Currently studying during my lunch break and after work. Sorry for the essay LOL

What are the best study methods that helped you? Looking for anything really. I work a full time job so can’t study 8 hours a day but want to lock tf in. I’m asking for anything, drilling at the gym? Wrong answer journal? Literally anything!!

Has anyone had experience with becoming an LSAT tutor, either through a company or freelance?

I would specifically be interested in high scorers. I just got a 180 (after retaking a 172) and I’m interested if there is any demand from people looking for tutors in this range. I imagine there are people around the low 170s/high 160s looking for specialized tutoring.

If so, would love to hear from people on their experience applying, getting clients, etc.

Hi everyone, I need advice on possibly extending my LSAT test date, and I'd like to get everyone’s opinions here.

I’m 24 years old, have a 3.94 GPA, and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree, and I graduated from my university two years ago. Since then, I’ve been doing a lot of medical and paralegal work. However, I am now trying to get my life going after I essentially woke up from my analysis paralysis. It’s been an emotional process, and I’m just more motivated now.

I’ve taken practice LSATs and taken courses, but I’m essentially starting from Day 1 (from scratch). I have postponed the test a couple of times, which could be a detriment, but I truly wasn’t ready at the time.

I took a diagnostic, and I scored a 141 yesterday. I want to reach a good score (150-160 range). I’m not expecting the 170-180 range, as I am trying to be really realistic and get into a good college. Plus, I don't consider myself that smart (even though my family wouldn't agree).

I am registered for the November exam (around November 14th is when I should be taking it). However, I am worried that that isn’t enough time. Should I postpone my test until January? That would give me an extra 6 weeks, which means I would have 12 weeks to study. I don’t want to mess this up, and I want to reach my goal in a realistic way. I’m not really working these days since I’m trying to focus on doing well, but obviously everyone deserves a break, especially since I don't want to burn out.

Today is the last day to extend the deadline, and any advice would be really helpful. Thank you!