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Life doesn’t stop just because you’re studying for the LSAT. Access to highly experienced tutors and a personalized test prep program are key to staying on track and crossing the finish line.
Tailored Test Prep for Real People
Studying for a robust exam like the LSAT requires time, focus, and a thorough understanding of test material. These factors are vital to achieving the score you need to be a strong candidate at your school of choice. Our private LSAT tutors are adept at creating optimized plans for their students, which provide structure and accountability, in addition to expert instruction of test content.
Test Prep
Our LSAT Approach
Unlike other graduate school entrance exams, the LSAT tests material you likely never encountered in your previous schooling. Our tutors have been in your shoes; they not only understand the unique challenges of the preparation process, but have dedicated their professional lives to guiding students through this process. Your 1-on-1 tutor will meet you where you’re at, helping you leverage strengths, grow in areas identified for improvement, and establish strategies for time management. Our holistic approach to pedagogy is centered on three fundamental components:
Mastery of Content
Test-Taking Strategies
Applied Psychology
Our proven methodology ensures every student develops a firm foundation for test success.
Personal Statement Coaching
Joining the North Avenue community gives you access to a network of professionals who have been where you are and understand the nuances of graduate admissions. Their intimate knowledge of the application process and insight into what a competitive candidate looks like helps students smoothly navigate each step.
For many, the personal statement is the biggest hurdle. Our writing coaches are proficient in guiding students through the process of developing a distinctive narrative that is a unique and compelling addition to their application. A convincing personal statement will help you stand out, but also give you an opportunity to contextualize any discrepancies in your application.
LSAT Test Sections & Scoring
The LSAT consists of four 35-minute sections of multiple-choice questions, only three of which count toward your score. The LSAT also includes a 35-minute writing sample, proctored on demand. While the writing sample isn't scored, copies of it are sent to schools along with LSAT scores.
Reading Comprehension
Measures a test taker’s ability to comprehend complex texts similar to those commonly read in law school
35 Minutes / 27 questions
Passages feature several genres, including humanities, social sciences, biological and physical sciences, and law
One set of questions contains two related, shorter passages
Analytical Reasoning
Measures a test taker’s ability to understand a structure of relationships and to draw logical conclusions from that structure
35 minutes / 23 questions
Commonly referred to as “Logic Games”
Each “game” provides a set of rules and conditions and asks questions about what could or must be true based on these parameters; most games involve determining grouping or ordering relationships (or both)
Logical Reasoning
Assesses a test taker’s ability to analyze, critically evaluate, and complete arguments
35 minutes / 25 questions
Consists of short arguments drawn from a wide-ranging source of topics, each accompanied by a question
Commonly referred to as “Arguments”
Writing
Measures test takers’ reasoning, clarity, organization, language usage, and writing mechanics
35 minutes / 1 prompt
Students are tasked with choosing between two positions or courses of action, providing clear and cogent reasoning for the position they choose and thoughtful criticism of the position they reject
Scoring
The LSAT is scored based on the number of questions answered correctly (the “raw score”), which is converted to a scoring scale between 120 and 180. The scale for each test is equated to account for minor differences in difficulty between LSAT test forms.
“Thanks to Ben’s personalized guidance during our time together, I was able to come out of my LSAT with an increase from 150 to 163. This score helped me enter law school with a sizable merit scholarship!”
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Frequently Asked Questions
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It depends on the programs you have in mind. A good place to start is by looking at the 25th-75th percentile range of LSAT scores for your target schools. A score below this range makes you a weaker candidate, while a score above the range makes you especially attractive. For a general rule of thumb, most accredited law schools admit students scoring upwards of 150. For a top-25 school, you'll want a score of at least 160; for a top-10 program, aim for a score of 170+.
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The LSAC allows test takers to sit for the exam up to three times in a single year, up to five times within five years, and up to seven times in a lifetime. But having a sound LSAT prep plan may allow you to reach your target score in just one try. Given that the LSAC has released nearly 100 official tests, there's no lack of good study material. With the right strategy, plenty of practice, and careful review of your mistakes, it's possible to reach your goal score on your first attempt.
That said, law schools are most interested in your highest score. If you're not happy with your current score, we’d love to help you devise a study plan that will allow you to reach your goal on the next attempt.
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This depends on your baseline score and your target score. A good place to begin is by taking a full-length, timed practice LSAT. Then it's time to make a plan. Under ideal circumstances, give yourself about six months to study. Even under tighter timelines, plan on no fewer than eight weeks. You need extensive practice to gain deep familiarity with each section of the exam. It also takes time to repair weaknesses and develop the skill sets required to navigate the test successfully. Working with a tutor ensures both of these processes remain efficient.
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Hourly 1:1 LSAT prep starts at $225/session. Read more about pricing and packages.