What is the LSAT?
The LSAT is a standardized test used for law school admissions. It tests your ability to think critically, reason logically, and make deductions; all skills you’ll need to succeed in law school. Read on to learn more about what’s tested on the LSAT, how to prepare for the LSAT, and how the LSAT is scored.
What’s a Good LSAT Score?
Law schools consider several different factors when making admission decisions. Your academic record, work experience, personal statement, and recommendations will all play a role. A good LSAT score by itself won’t necessarily get you into your dream law school, but it is an important factor. All ABA-approved law schools accept the LSAT, and it carries more weight with most schools than your GPA does.
Coronavirus LSAT Updates
At Manhattan Prep, we’ve been closely monitoring the effects of COVID-19 in our communities. This is an immensely difficult time and our thoughts are with all those who are impacted. Our top commitment is to the health and safety of our employees, our students, and our partners.
Update 2/19/21: To ensure the safety of all test-takers, the LSAT will continue to be offered remotely through June of 2022. However, June 2021 will be the last LSAT-Flex! Beginning in August 2021, the LSAT will include an additional unscored section, which could be of any type. The test writers use the unscored section to gauge the difficulty of new LSAT questions for future tests. You won’t know which section is unscored, but because this means a longer exam, you’ll get a short break half way through, between sections 2 and 3. You can read more about the new LSAT on LSAC’s dedicated webpage.
I Took the LSAT-Flex. Here’s What Happened.
On July 11th I had a close encounter with the rare and elusive LSAT-Flex. Okay, it’s not really rare, and it’s not elusive, but it is fairly new. LSAC started offering the LSAT-Flex this past May as a temporary replacement for the standard, in-person LSAT. Every LSAT from May 2020 through June 2021 is an LSAT-Flex.
When to Take the LSAT
You’ve decided to go to law school. Excellent! Now you need to take the LSAT, and you’re doing your homework to find out what this test is all about. One question on your mind right now is, “When should I take the LSAT?” In this article we’ll look at a few different factors that will help you decide when to take the test. Read more
Law School and the LSAT in Your 30s
Going to law school at 30 or above can be a daunting decision for a myriad of reasons:
- Social ostracization – no one is looking forward to being “the old person” in their class.
- Opportunity cost – you might be making a decent living by this point, so sacrificing that income while you spend three years in law school is a steep cost to factor in.
- Kids/mortgage – you might have way more obligations of time and money than you did in your 20s.
- Neural plasticity – you might worry that you’re becoming an “old dog who can’t learn new tricks.”
- The LSAT – some stupid test plays a huge role in your admissibility to top law school programs.
But there is good news:
How Long is the LSAT?
The LSAT is a total of 175 minutes—2 hours and 55 minutes long—about as long as an indulgent director’s cut of a Lord of the Rings movie. Read more
Digital LSAT Test Changes in 2019
This post was written by Laura Damone, a Manhattan Prep LSAT instructor.
By now, you’ve probably heard the news: Like everything else in the world, the LSAT has gone digital. Read more
Digital LSAT Tips and Strategies: An Ultimate Guide
This post was written by Laura Damone, a Manhattan Prep LSAT instructor.
By now, you’ve probably heard the news: Like everything else in the world, the LSAT has gone digital.
Note: The digital LSAT changes referenced in this post are only applicable in North America.
It’s not like we didn’t see it coming. The paper LSAT, with its Scantrons, #2 pencils, and analog watches, was decidedly behind the times. The other graduate and professional school exams—the GRE, GMAT, and MCAT—have all been digital for years.
9 Essential LSAT Test Day Tips
If you play any sports, the LSAT might remind you of a major competition or championship, especially on LSAT test day. If you’ve done any acting, it might seem like the premiere of a play. You might feel quite pumped up as you get ready for this little test. And just like a veteran actor at a premiere or an athlete at the world championships, you can take some steps on LSAT test day to ensure that you give your best performance. Read more