r/LSATHelp

So, about three weeks ago, I took my LSAT diagnostic and scored a 147. I started doing some research on which platforms to use, and before getting on 7Sage, I heard about LSAT Lab. I decided to give it a try, and although it’s only been about two weeks and Ive been struggling with focusing, I dont think its been the best for me to really learn and improve.

I think a big part of it is that there are so many videos, and I’m not really good at learning through videos. I tend to get very bored while watching them, start daydreaming, and eventually just lose focus. I’ve realized that I enjoy the times where Ive dont questions and either see why I got them right or see why I got them wrong. On LSAT lab it feels like I dont get enough of that since I lose so much time on the videos. (either losing focus or pausing to read and take notes).

I recently heard about LSAT Demon, which seems to be much more focused on drilling and practicing. Although that sounds great I dont know if it would be better to do a course like LSAT Lab or 7sage to learn the foundations or if its perfectly fine to do drilling for months and eventually learn it like that. (I dont know much of the foundation at all yet and the topics on the videos are all always new to me when it talks about the different types of questions.)

For those of you who have used LSAT Demon, did you go through a more traditional course first, or did you start with LSAT Demon right away and learn through drilling? If you started with Demon from the beginning, how did that work out for you?

I’d really appreciate any advice because I’m trying to figure out the best approach moving forward and dont want to continue spending hours to feel as if Im not learning much. Thanks!

I’m new to LSAT demon, and unsure about how the LR ratings truly work, I was wondering for anyone who was a beginner like me, what LR mastery range were u at? Like when u started esp the first two weeks?

Sorry if this is a rlly dumb question, I just want to know if I’m not alone with my rating

Currently at a 150-152 after 2 months of studying (140 starting point). My goal is a 160 by November. I’m honestly super consistent and have been seeing good progress but was wondering what are some tips to hit the high 150s and 160s eventually? I average around 15-17/25 on LR and lower on RC like 12-13/25. I focused on LR a lot because it was my weak point but I’m focusing and implementing RC now. I take timed sections, I drill and full PTs once a month. Including live classes and tutoring

Would anyone recommend this even if you are a beginner and have little knowledge to foundations? Because I’ve used maybe half of 7sage foundation before and it overwhelmed me.

I’m confused now and unsure if I should switch bag to 7sage? Because so far I’ve been drilling which is lsat demon approach

Hello everyone! I’m 25(F) currently in my second serious year of studying for this exam. I’m currently getting average practice scores from 157-159(current highest score 162) and aiming for a 160+. I’m testing in September and wondering if there are people in a similar spot who might want to be mutuals. I am hoping to make a group for support, specifically other girls in law. Please comment or PM if you’re interested in joining a thread like this! :)

I am giving LSAT in September, it’s my first attempt and it’s more so to get myself familiar with the exam.

My diagnostic was 145, I took it a month back, today I took it again and my score was 143, I barely practice RC so I was expecting that, but my LR isn’t increasing as well.

I do LR drills and I get almost all right but when it comes to practice tests I am not able to get more than 14 correct. Genuinely how do I improve? I freak the hell out because of the timers and I get in my own head and idk the pressure just gets to me.

I get the first 14-15 almost all correct and then the next 10 I barely get any right and almost always get them all wrong, I even tried going backwards because the last ones are usually harder and I still got the first 10 right (number 25-15).

Is there any way I can improve to like 155 or higher in a month? I know it’s hard but I know I understand how LR works but maybe im just reaching. If someone could help me even a bit, that would be great, thank you!

I took the August LSAT and, while I know nothing is certain until scores come out, I feel pretty good about it.

Yesterday I did the argumentative writing section and completely bombed it. My ideas were jumbled and weak, I never wrote a conclusion, and I didn't proofread anything. Though I panicked partway through and had a bad headache, timed writing has always been a weak spot - just never this bad. So while I definitely could produce a better essay, it's also a little hard to say how much better.

Here's my question: if the scores come back and I get a 178 - 180 (I was PTing in the high 170s before the test), would it be worth retaking the entire LSAT purely to submit a stronger writing sample? I'd be going in knowing my score would most likely come down.

Asking now rather than after scores because I'm not signed up for September, and the October deadline is only a day after August results come out - so won't have much time to think it over.

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During my LSAT argumentative writing, I had an uncontrollable urge to pee during the pre write section. I had a clear plastic bottle which I was using (as approved) for water so I quickly chugged the rest then used it to urinate in under the table.

I kept my head within the frame and only looked down momentarily to position the bottle and to bring the bottle back up, I kept looking at the screen while peeing and only used approved items to relieve myself.

I was able to complete my section (albeit with a bit of anxiety which led to me adding a 6 instead of a period at the end of my conclusion paragraph) without it immediately flagging/stopping but now I’m terrified of the potential consequences.

Anyone have any similar experiences? Should I reach out to LSAC or wait to see if my session gets flagged? If I’m flagged will I just have to retake the argumentative writing section or will my entire score be cancelled?

When can I expect them to reach out/approve my sample/flag it? Will the typo at the end have any significant effect? Is there any way of expediting the process so I don’t have to deal with the looming anxiety of a potential score cancellation? Basically, wtf do I do??

Edit: Someone please give me some advice bro 🙏🙏

My June LSAT score was placed on hold before the official score release date. Test Security emailed me a few weeks ago saying they expected to provide an update within the coming weeks, but my score still hasn’t been released.

I also tried to register for the October LSAT, but my account says “test taking limitation reached.” The June LSAT was my first and only attempt, so I definitely haven’t reached the normal test-taking limit.

Has anyone had this happen while their score was under review? Did the registration restriction go away once your score was released?

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Hey! So for anyone wondering anything about the August LSAT, without spoiling anything, here is my experience.

THE TEST:

This was my setup: LR, RC, LR, LR

- some people are saying their RC section was "dividerless" (didn't show the start or end of a passage) but mine was NOT, each section was clearly labeled as the start and finish.

TESTING CETNER: a Michigan location

1. CHECK-IN PART 1: I was really nervous about check-in. All the posts I looked at said it took forever and to make sure to get there early so you would start your test on time. I think my check-in took 10 minutes. It took me longer to put my stuff in the locker provided than it did to actually check in. Still make sure to get there early (LSAC recommends you show up 30 minutes early), it just helped ease the nerves for me. I live about 35 minutes away from where I tested and I left like an hour early and I'm glad I did because I ran into unexpected traffic and ended up showing up only 25ish minutes before my scheduled time. Basically you walk in, give them your ID (Gov't issued passport or license), let them know your scheduled testing time, and then they give you a key for a locker to put any belongings in. Make sure to keep your ID with you because you will need it again later. Put all your stuff in your locker (phone which must be powered completely off, watches, food, any drink that is NOT in a label-less and clear bottle (pop, energy drink, water bottle that HAS a label or even a metal water bottle) ) and you either sit down until instructed to go to your testing room (labeled as a "lab" room) or go straight to the lab room. If you get there early they will let you start early. My test was scheduled for 11:15 am, I started sometime between 10:45-11:00 am.
2. CHECK-IN PART 2: After you put everything in your locker, (except your ID!!) you will go into a room subsequent to the lobby/main check-in room. You have to wait there until a proctor comes and checks you in again!! You put all your belongings on the table (any religious items, foam earplugs, ID, CLEAR AND LABEL-LESS WATER BOTTLE) and they make you shake your pockets out, lift your pants up a little around your ankles, roll your sleeves up around your wrists, and then use a metal detector to make sure there is nothing else (prometric's website says no jewelry unless it is studs (or piercings that can't be removed) because they will make you take it off but I have necklaces and dangly earrings and they did NOT make me take them off). If you have glasses you also have to set those on the table so they can inspect them. After they do all that, they will give you your scratch paper (3 booklets containing 4 pages, 12 pieces total) and 2 wooden pencils. Then the proctor will lead you into the "lab" room and to a computer. Yes, you're taking the LSAT in person on the computer, it is literally through LawHub. The proctor will lead you to your computer and you're basically good to go from there.
3. AT THE COMPUTER: It is in a cubicle type situation. Like in elementary school during spelling tests when they would put the cardboard dividers up so you couldn't cheat. They have a rolling chair that is padded, like one you would sit in at an office job. At the computer they provide noise cancelling headphones. I brought foam ear plugs so I just put the headphones on after I put in my earplugs and I actually think it helped a little, because when I took the headphones off after finishing a section I could hear the door opening and closing and some people outside the room, so I would wear the headphones if you think you'll get distracted by that or you're comfortable wearing them. Some people used both, some used one or the other, and some people used neither. The format is LawHub, so make sure you know your login and you'll be fine (if you don't they will give you a tiny piece of scrap paper that you can write your log-in info on).
4. THE BREAK: You get a 10 minute break between sections 2 and 3. Bring your ID with you again. Basically, never leave your ID- if you leave the room, your ID leaves the room. During this 10 minutes you're able to use the restroom, go to your locker and get some water and whatever food you brought. I brought a couple snacks and downed an energy drink I had. I used my apple watch to check the time but that was IT. You CANNOT use your phone or watch in any capacity, I only used it to check the time because it was face-up and turned on when I opened the locker door. Otherwise you might get in trouble for it, so don't do anything to get in trouble because they will terminate your testing session if they suspect you did anything prohibited. Make sure to leave some time towards the end of your break to check-in again. I left about 3 minutes at the end of my break to check in, and got back to my computer with about 1 minute and 30 seconds left. The check-in process during the break is the same as before you enter the room the first time. **NOTE: THE TEST WILL NOT AUTOMATICALLY START AT THE END OF THE 10 MINUTE BREAK. You have to do a slight checklist basically saying you didn't use your phone or talk about the test with anyone before it will resume, so if you take a little longer than 10 minutes you will NOT lose any test time.**
5. I was worried about what the temperature/climate would be like at the testing center and couldn't find literally anything about it anywhere I looked so here you are if anyone else is looking like I was. The center I was in was like an office building (Michigan location) so it was climate controlled. I wore sweatpants and a thin t-shirt (that was also slightly off the shoulder) and brought a zip up just in case and was completely comfortable. I didn't even need to wear my hoodie. I tend to run a little warmer when I'm nervous (like during a test) so I wanted to make sure I would be colder rather than warmer.
6. There are multiple tests going on at the same time, not everyone is taking the LSAT. I think someone in my testing room was taking the MCAT, so just be mindful about yourself and others. The proctors were really nice, they never entered the room unless they were showing someone to their computer. My testing experience was great because of everything I stated above, the proctors and climate.
7. Not to be weird, but go to the bathroom like RIGHT before you start the check-in process, and make sure you control your water consumption. I had to use the bathroom so bad at one point that I couldn't focus on the test and didn't finish a couple questions in RC😭
8. Whether you are taking the LSAT in this August time frame or anytime in the future, don't worry. You are going to do great, just remember that you have been preparing for this and it's just like any other test you have to take for a professional school. Breathe, take notes, take your time, you'll be fine. Good luck to everyone, YOU'VE GOT THIS!!!

I hope this helped anyone who was wondering! Let me know if you have any questions, I will reply when I can and try to be as helpful as possible! If you did take it and want to know specific material DM me bc this post will get taken down if we talk specific concepts!

EDIT: Also everyone, again, please be mindful of other people WHILE you are testing too! Someone in my testing room kept hitting the table or something that a bunch of people were attached too and it kept shaking my computer screen and water bottle. It was so disruptive and made it so hard to focus so just be mindful always!!

Hello, I get accommodations for my LSAT and I’ve started to realize that I get tired over the time and my test takes around four hours. I was wondering if anyone has any tips towards gaining my stamina I take my test in September.

I've been with the Demon for 3 months now and started off focusing on speed which hurt my accuracy. Since then, I've focused my energy on improving accuracy scores across drilling and timed sections. There has been a big improvement in my accuracy ratings as of late into the 90s. However, I haven't really seen any score increases and I would like to think that I'm on the right path and should just keep practicing but I wonder if I should be doing anything to get better at actually finishing sections? My test is in October and I really want to break into the 170s.

Most of the scores below are from combining timed sections:

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I’ve watched the explanations and shit along with questions, I’m not getting them wrong all the time it’s just I’m taking a long time and my brain isn’t jumping out thinking “OMG THERE IT IS I SEE YOU” I’m just reading the question based off what makes sense, the diagramming shit just doesn’t work for me, or atleast seeing it most of the time in the videos.

*I’m super frustrated.* I took the official lsat a few months ago and got a 153. I resumed studying and I’m still oscillating in the 150s range. I’ve scored a 157, 151, 158, and even a 160 (once before my first official lsat) and can’t break out of the 150s.

I have a tutor, I do timed sections plus a prep test each week, and I’ve started to drill more— but my score band won’t budge. I know I can do so much better than this. I’m aiming for a 165 at least. I’m at my wits end and I’m scheduled to test again in September.

Advice please!!!

hi all! im a Pell Grant student working two jobs + volunteering, with a lower GPA than others at George Washington University applying to law school. i haven’t joined any pre law orgs on campus, but cold scored a 150 on my first LSAT practice exam.

I’m heavily considering joining Teach for America after graduating in the spring, gaining paralegal certification in DC and studying during my two year term of service while networking and building a more law-leaning resume.

With my financial and familial responsibilities, plus finishing my undergraduate degree, it’s not feasible to achieve a high score while managing my current goal of graduating.

Does anyone have any tips, advice or input?

Thank you everyone.

I am appalled with this program or app or whatever you want to call it. 100% of the people I have spoke to have had major issues doing the exam remotely, dating back to at least 6 years ago when everything was remote.

So, I set everything up two days before. Double checked all the requirements. Moved my whole room around to make sure it was perfect. Set up the "app" on my brand new desktop computer. Everything was good...then, white screen. Then, black screen. Then, it completely reconfigured my computer and I had to control-alt-delete my way out of that. Then, all set up again. About 20 times of troubleshooting, removing firewalls, checking firewalls and basically giving blood. We were all set. All signed in and ready to go for the 930am exam.

NOPE! Everything was great. Ready for the lengthy and super important exam that could determine my whole future (okay dramatic I know but seriously). Then, the lady tells me that I cannot use the desktop camera that it came with because it's INTERNAL? okay so wow. Now I am stressed.

Now, I borrow a laptop that I did not use to set this all up on. It is a 5 year old laptop but whatever. So we go through ALL THE THINGS over again. Now, it is 10am and still not in the exam portion. Now, the laptop screen resolution is "failing"...despite the settings being right (after checking at least 5 times). Keeping in mind, this is the laptop's INTERNAL camera sooooo ugh. 3 hours later. Too many phone calls and chat support conversations. I start the exam super stressed, nervous system is completely dysregulated and I am hungry now too. All very distracting on a good day. I was soooo prepared until this program basically set me up for failure. What gives? How are they still using a system that has so many issues for people? Exams are hard enough ffs.

I was making sure that my computer is ready for test day, which is today in two hours. However, pro Proctor keeps saying that it needs access to my keyboard. I have a Mac I don’t know what’s happening. I went and changed where it said to go and toggle the keyboard access and it’s still saying it doesn’t have permission.