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What year in college should I start studying the LSAT?
I'm a current senior in high school.
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Jennifer’s Answer
I started studying for the LSAT the summer before my senior year of college. I took a prep class that summer and took the LSAT right at the start of my senior year. Wishing you lots of luck!
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Baljit’s Answer
Hello Ian,
Now is an excellent time to begin your LSAT preparation journey. Start by familiarizing yourself with the LSAT's structure and guidelines. Remember, practice is key! The more you practice, the more comfortable you'll become with the test format.
There's a wealth of resources available to help you prepare, including self-help books and tutors. Consider conducting a search on Amazon for LSAT prep books. While the LSAT can seem intimidating, persistence and understanding the material will pay off in the end.
Don't forget, due to COVID's impact, there's also the option of taking the LSAT remotely with online proctoring.
Stay focused on the test's major components: reasoning, comprehension, writing, and the variety section.
Best of luck on your journey!
Now is an excellent time to begin your LSAT preparation journey. Start by familiarizing yourself with the LSAT's structure and guidelines. Remember, practice is key! The more you practice, the more comfortable you'll become with the test format.
There's a wealth of resources available to help you prepare, including self-help books and tutors. Consider conducting a search on Amazon for LSAT prep books. While the LSAT can seem intimidating, persistence and understanding the material will pay off in the end.
Don't forget, due to COVID's impact, there's also the option of taking the LSAT remotely with online proctoring.
Stay focused on the test's major components: reasoning, comprehension, writing, and the variety section.
Best of luck on your journey!
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Alexandra’s Answer
Hi! I am happy to hear you are interested in the LSAT. I personally did not start studying for it until my senior year in college. I would recommend starting a bit earlier, maybe junior or sophomore year. The key is to take as many practice tests as possible and time yourself. If you had unlimited time, you could get all questions right but it is difficult to do so under time pressure. Therefore I would recommend obtaining as many practice tests as possible and continuing to do them under time pressure once you have become familiar with the questions.
Some people take organized preparation classes with a company that offers test prep. Those classes can be expensive but can help if you can afford them and you are able to follow their scheduled times. From that perspective I would recommend Princeton Review, Kaplan or Varisty Tutors. There should be free practice tests here:
https://www.lsac.org/lsat/prep
Some people take organized preparation classes with a company that offers test prep. Those classes can be expensive but can help if you can afford them and you are able to follow their scheduled times. From that perspective I would recommend Princeton Review, Kaplan or Varisty Tutors. There should be free practice tests here:
https://www.lsac.org/lsat/prep
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DENNIS’s Answer
Ian:
Welcome to the world of Law. It's a great place.
LSATs are standardized test. I stink at them However, there are some hints. First, get the books from your local book store. In answer to your question of when - whenever you feel comfortable. Then in your spare time, get a timer and set it for the time given for the test section. Sit in a quiet place and get it done in the time allowed. Time is a critical thing. Skip tough questions and go back with time remaining.
I'd suggest starting in your sophmore year. Do not press yourself. Get comfortable with the test and the time. Get every study guide you can afford. Some (not all) libraries have these books. Your school MIGHT have them. Just bring paper and a timer into the library and you'll be fine!
Good luck! Look forward to seeing you in Court!
Welcome to the world of Law. It's a great place.
LSATs are standardized test. I stink at them However, there are some hints. First, get the books from your local book store. In answer to your question of when - whenever you feel comfortable. Then in your spare time, get a timer and set it for the time given for the test section. Sit in a quiet place and get it done in the time allowed. Time is a critical thing. Skip tough questions and go back with time remaining.
I'd suggest starting in your sophmore year. Do not press yourself. Get comfortable with the test and the time. Get every study guide you can afford. Some (not all) libraries have these books. Your school MIGHT have them. Just bring paper and a timer into the library and you'll be fine!
Good luck! Look forward to seeing you in Court!
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Amber’s Answer
Hi Ian! LSAT, like many other standardized tests, is something you can learn to do well in if you take the time to practice. It really wouldn't hurt to start early, maybe a year before you graduate from undergrad. I started studying for it a couple months before the test, which I really do not recommend if you're trying to get into a competitive school. You can sign up for prep courses, but they are by no means required. I would suggest investing in practice tests and track your progress as you do more of them.
All the best!
All the best!