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LSAT
The LSAT is a standardized exam required for admission to law school in the United States, Canada and other countries. It is administered by the Law School Admission Council four times a year around the world. Many law schools require candidates to take the exam no later than December if they are applying for admission the following fall.
The LSAT measures candidates’ reading and verbal reasoning skills. Law school officials use candidates’ scores in conjunction with their undergraduate grades, letters of recommendation, personal statement and several other factors to make admission decisions.
Students can take the test more than once if they think they can improve their score. However, a candidate cannot take the LSAT more than three times in two years.
LSAT Structure
The LSAT is comprised of five multiple choice sections and one writing assignment. Four of the multiple choice sections are scored. The fifth is used to test new exam questions and is not scored. At the time of the exam, students do not know what section is not scored.
There are three types of multiple choice questions, all of which measure skills that are necessary for success in law school. The three types of questions include:
- Reading Comprehension. Measures students’ ability to understand and interpret complex information.
- Analytical Reasoning. Tests candidates’ ability to draw conclusions based on the information presented.
- Logical Reasoning. Measures students’ critical thinking and analytical skills.
The writing portion of the test is not scored. However, candidates’ writing samples from the exam are sent to the law schools to which they are applying.
LSAT Scores
LSAT scores range from a low of 120 to a high of 180 and are based on the number of correct responses. Each score is also assigned a percentile, allowing candidates to compare their scores to others who have taken the exam within the last three years.
Students will receive their test scores by email approximately three weeks after the exam and by mail about four weeks after the exam. A candidate’s score report includes their current score as well as scores for all LSAT exams they’ve taken within the last five years.
Students who have taken the LSAT more than once cannot choose what scores are sent to the law schools where they are applying. All scores are reported.
Preparing for the LSAT
A little preparation can go a long way toward helping students maximize their LSAT scores. There are a variety of resources available to help candidates as they prepare for the exam, including sample questions, study guides and practice exams. These materials will help students familiarize themselves with the types of questions they will be asked and the instructions for each section of the exam. In addition, LSAT prep classes are available for students who need a more structured environment in which to prepare. For candidates who need individualized attention to reach their potential, an LSAT tutor can review the types of questions that will be on the exam and provide helpful test-taking strategies and techniques.