Preparing for the LSAT can be an intimidating task, and deciding how you are going to study for it can be a difficult first step. There are now endless options available to students, ranging from traditional courses to online courses, and self-guided prep books. There can be a lot of pressure to sign up for an intensive (and expensive) course, but that isn’t the only way to LSAT success! For any number of reasons, self-studying may be a better option, and there are a number of things you can do to ensure that you effectively prepare for the LSAT while studying on your own. [Read more…] about Tips for Self-Studying for the LSAT
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Podcast Episode 174: The LSAT is Going Digital! Thoughts From LSAT Expert Nathan Fox
Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we’re talking with Nathan Fox, LSAT expert and founder of Fox LSAT, about some changes coming soon to the LSAT.
In this episode we discuss:
- The upcoming changes to the LSAT in July and September of 2019
- Why you should basically never cancel your LSAT score
- The economics of taking the LSAT
- What the changes mean for students studying for the LSAT right now
- Why every point in your LSAT score really matters
- Smart digital tools for LSAT prep
Thanks for listening!
Top LSAT Mistakes to Avoid
If you’re reading this, you’re probably at least beginning to think about how to prepare for the LSAT. This should be a very exciting time – you’re starting your journey to law school! It also may be a nerve-wracking time, because the LSAT is one of the most heavily-weighted factors in law school applications (for now at least). There are countless ways to go about preparing for the exam, but there are some mistakes that most students should try to avoid. [Read more…] about Top LSAT Mistakes to Avoid
How to Get into A Top Law School with a Low LSAT Score
Receiving a low LSAT score can be a devastating experience. I remember the fear I felt during the four weeks that I waited for my score to arrive. Thoughts of receiving a low score and never being able to attend law school constantly flooded my mind. I recall sitting in my car as the email with my score came through on my phone and feeling like the wind got knocked out of me as my below average score loaded on the screen. I immediately decided that law school may not be in my future and after finally working up the courage to take the exam again, my new score was only two points higher. Feeling devastated was an understatement. However, I decided to jump all in and begin applying to schools, even with my low score. I figured that there had to be some school that would have mercy on me and then, at the very least, I could transfer to a higher ranked school after my first year. Therefore, you can imagine the surprise I felt when I got accepted to a top 25 school with a hefty scholarship offer.
So how was this possible? Getting into a top school with a low LSAT score isn’t a frequent occurrence. You should absolutely assess yourself realistically in determining your best chances for admission. However, while making this assessment, bear in mind that despite your low score, admission to your dream school is possible. Therefore, I’ve outlined some of the things I did during my law school application process that I think may have helped my chances. Who knows if some of these tips may be your ticket to your dream school.
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How to Ace the LSAT Without Spending a Fortune
The most expensive LSAT prep package I can find costs $8,750. HAHA, what??? That is… completely ridiculous. No. So my mission is to find a way to spend a MUCH smaller amount of money and still do well on the LSAT.
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Podcast Episode 97: The Future of the LSAT (with Nathan Fox)
Welcome back! Today, we’re talking with Nathan Fox, founder of Fox LSAT, about the future of the LSAT. The test is, in large part, the same as it has always been and it has enjoyed a protracted monopoly in the law school admissions process, but could that be changing? Tune in for more!
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