LSAT IS WINNING. AA male that needs your help Forum

[kayano774]

Hi


I was pting way above what I scored, But bombed and got a 148. Considering the april powerscore online course. If I do prep full time starting in March for the June test, is 10-12 points of an increase attainable? I know that I understand the concepts so much better than 148 ( or at least a good amount, just not handling anxiety)

My first score was a 141. So I increased 7 points in about a month. I was pting at 158.

Any input would be great.

[GreatBraffsby]

That's a hard question to answer without knowing how many hours per week you've been studying, how many practice tests you've taken, if you are making note of what question types you miss and then drill them, etc. If you haven't been studying as much or as efficiently as possible, then an increase is certainly possible. Especially if you need to get better at logic games, as those are very learnable.

To be honest, I scored 5 points below my practice average on all 3 LSAT attempts and I am typically a good test taker. One test I had to use the bathroom during the 2nd and 3rd sections, the next I was late and sprinted around campus to find my room, and the third had a weird logic game that led me to go -8 when I hadn't missed more than 2 points on LGs in months. Testing is unpredictable and each LSAT is just a single data point, which is frustrating if those happen to be data points that misrepresent your ability. The good news is that I was able to improve each test by learning from my mistakes and using all available resources.

Also, if you want a large increase, why limit yourself to June? I know getting apps in early is optimal, but if you aren't ready by June then just take it in September. That would give you all the time you should need.

[kayano774]

That's a hard question to answer without knowing how many hours per week you've been studying, how many practice tests you've taken, if you are making note of what question types you miss and then drill them, etc. If you haven't been studying as much or as efficiently as possible, then an increase is certainly possible. Especially if you need to get better at logic games, as those are very learnable.

To be honest, I scored 5 points below my practice average on all 3 LSAT attempts and I am typically a good test taker. One test I had to use the bathroom during the 2nd and 3rd sections, the next I was late and sprinted around campus to find my room, and the third had a weird logic game that led me to go -8 when I hadn't missed more than 2 points on LGs in months. Testing is unpredictable and each LSAT is just a single data point, which is frustrating if those happen to be data points that misrepresent your ability. The good news is that I was able to improve each test by learning from my mistakes and using all available resources.

Also, if you want a large increase, why limit yourself to June? I know getting apps in early is optimal, but if you aren't ready by June then just take it in September. That would give you all the time you should need.

I spent a good amount of time, but only for a month because I didnt think I was going to have to retake after dec. So I scrambled and made 7 points, but still way below my PT work.

I agree, I wouldnt limit myself to only June. But if I dont go to my in state option, (OU) I'd love to be able to apply early as possible for next cycle with a much better score!

MY biggest problems on the exam are RC and the more difficult LR's. I thought I was ready but I guess not. LG im solid with only missing 3-4 per section.