woah04 (2022-2023)

Saw your comment on another profile and thought I'd reach out. Personally, I took a class (Blueprint) and loved it. It helped me get from 152 (on my diagnostic - although this is below where I was when I took the test the first time) to the mid 160s. Because I have a lower GPA and high standards for schools, I decided to wait it out and shoot for 170 in December. To get me over the edge, I have been using a book called "Advanced LSAT Practice - The Most Difficult Questions from Tests 1-28." In just one week or so of use, this book has helped me immensely and makes the easy questions seem like a joke. After my first prep test since September, I am testing in the high 160s and have no doubt I will reach the 170s before 12/1. With all of that being said, I don't know what your current LSAT skill level is so I will describe what I feel will be best for each level. If you are just picking up the LSAT now, unless you are naturally an LSAT guru, you will have a tough time getting into the 160s before December. Because your GPA, you really need to take a step back and evaluate your goals at this point. I feel like if you score in the mid 150s, you should have a good shot at John Marshall. To be a serious contender at the other Chicago schools (IIT, Loyola, Depaul), you will need a 160+. So, depending again on your goals, if you find yourself testing below 158 or so come late November, I would personally recommend postponing the LSAT and taking more time to study and score the very highest that you can. You will have to wait until next cycle to fulfill your law school dreams, however, in the end it'll be worth it. Now, if you feel pretty comfortable navigating the LSAT -- you have basic strategies, you know all the question types, you can set up games like a champ, etc. I would highly recommend the aforementioned book. My Blueprint instructor had the same recommendation for me and I feel it has been key in my few point jump with very little effort. The book gives you several study plans based on your schedule and needs. With 2-4 hours a day, you get through the book in 10-20 days or so. I would highly recommend mixing in actual prep tests to make sure you are hitting the timing targets (this is the hardest part of the LSAT). Overall, I recommend knowing your goals. Know what you want on the LSAT, where you want to go to school, and know what it takes to get there. Stay positive and really take a site like this at face value. The numbers matter. A lot. But with a compelling story, and a strong will to succeed, you will get into a good school and you will achieve your goals. Please feel free to reach out to me if you have any specific questions. -T