LSAT Articles & Guides

A surprising number of LSAT students proudly tell me,“I’m super busy during the week—but I study all day Saturday and Sunday.” They say it like it’s a flex.Like they’ve unlocked some productivity hack the rest of us missed. But here’s the truth:Weekend-only studying...

Most LSAT students don’t fail because they aren’t studying enough.They fail because they keep making the same mistakes—and never fully realize it. They review practice tests. They read explanations. They nod along. Then two weeks later, they miss an almost identical...

At first glance, the LSAT feels unforgivingly fast. Thirty-five minutes per section. Dense passages. Answer choices engineered to waste your time. It’s no surprise that many students come away believing that speed is the primary skill the test rewards. But that belief...

Artificial intelligence entered LSAT prep fast. Students are using AI to explain questions, generate drills, summarize passages, and even create full study plans. Entire LSAT “prep books” now appear online that were clearly generated by AI. Some of this is genuinely...

When students start looking at LSAT prep, they often see two options: One-off courses – short, intensive programs or boot camps Subscription-style programs – ongoing, structured classes with recurring sessions Intuitively, one-off courses seem convenient: finish the...

Almost every LSAT student experiences test anxiety — even high scorers. The difference between students who panic on test day and students who perform at their true level usually has nothing to do with intelligence or preparation. It has everything to do with mental...

Many law school applicants focus only on getting admitted, but the financial impact of LSAT scores is often even more significant. Even modest improvements—like raising your LSAT score by 5 points—can translate into tens of thousands of dollars in scholarship awards....

When planning LSAT prep, many students wonder: “How often should I study? Can I just cram on weekends? Is three nights enough?” The truth is that frequency matters more than intensity. Research and experience show that meeting four nights per week hits the sweet spot...

Studying for the LSAT alone can feel efficient at first—but many students quickly realize that solo prep has limitations. Two of the most common challenges are: Poor retention – forgetting strategies or reasoning patterns Low confidence – second-guessing answers or...

One of the most common questions students ask is:“How long should I prep for the LSAT before I apply?” Too short, and you risk a plateau. Too long, and you burn out—or worse, delay your application unnecessarily. The truth is: there is a sweet spot, and finding it can...

One of the first decisions every LSAT student faces is: “Should I take a group class or hire a private tutor?” Both options have their strengths—but choosing the right one depends on your learning style, schedule, and goals. Understanding the trade-offs can save you...

The journey to a high score on the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) is undoubtedly challenging. The LSAT assesses not only your cognitive abilities but also your test-taking skills and mental resilience. In this journey, your mindset plays a crucial role. It can...

The higher-level RC skill almost no one teaches — but top scorers all use. Most LSAT students open a passage and immediately start reading.Top scorers don’t.Before their eyes even hit the first sentence, they predict the shape of the passage — the likely roles, tone...

Most LSAT students don’t struggle because the questions are “too hard.”They struggle because the test is long — mentally long.Three to four hours of dense reading, sustained focus, and constant reasoning drains even strong students. Mental stamina isn’t a bonus skill...

Most LSAT students study in a reactive way: they take a practice section, see what they got wrong, and move on. Sound familiar? The problem is this: errors themselves are neutral. Without a system, they don’t teach you anything. To improve, you need a metacognitive...

Studying for the LSAT is a marathon, not a sprint. Many students start strong, but after a few weeks or months, motivation drops, focus wanes, and anxiety skyrockets. Burnout isn’t a sign of weakness — it’s a signal that your study plan isn’t sustainable. Here’s how...

Most LSAT prep focuses on logic, reading strategies, and question types. All of that matters. But many students underperform on test day for a quieter reason: their reasoning degrades as fatigue sets in. The modern LSAT isn’t just a reasoning test. It’s a 3–4 hour...

When students start prepping for the LSAT, they often consider two main approaches: Short-term intensive programs – a few weeks of “boot camp” style prep Extended multi-month prep – consistent study over several months While intensive programs can feel productive, the...

Studying for the LSAT on your own can feel empowering at first—you set your own pace, choose your own materials, and work whenever you want. But after a few weeks, motivation dips, distractions creep in, and progress slows. The students who consistently outperform...

One of the biggest mistakes LSAT students make is going it alone. They: complete practice questions without guidance review mistakes superficially hope improvement happens naturally The result? Plateaued scores and wasted study hours. The secret to consistent,...

Athletes often underestimate how well their training mindset translates into LSAT prep.If you’ve spent years in structured practices, showing up even when you’re tired, and learning to perform under pressure—you already have the hardest part of LSAT prep mastered. The...

A practical, adaptive timing model for the new LSAT — built for students who want consistency, not chaos. Most LSAT RC strategies talk about “reading faster” or “just practicing more.” That’s not what gets students to –0 to –3. What works is structured timing...