The LSAT is graded on a scale from 120-180. However, the scoring system and the true meaning of a particular LSAT score are often sources of confusion. Here is a basic summary of the way the LSAT is scored and the true meaning of various LSAT scores: 1. The exam consists of six 35-minute sections. […]
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After taking the LSAT, students tend to have a variety of reactions: relief, exhaustion, frustration, head-spinning, etc. All of that is very understandable, especially considering how mentally challenging the exam is. Many students feel they did not do as well as they should have, and think about canceling their score. Here are a few things […]
I recently got back from a terrific vacation. It was the first multi-week vacation I’ve had in years. Between my law practice, UCI teaching, and running ScoreItUp LSAT Prep, vacation time tends to come in smaller chunks. It also was a reminder that paying a little extra money can sometimes be an excellent investment. For this particular […]
For all of you who are taking the June LSAT tomorrow, good luck! If you are preparing to take the October (or December) LSAT, you can review all of ScoreItUp’s Summer and Fall courses at www.scoreitup.com “Course Schedules.” There is still time to take advantage of ScoreItUp’s early-enrollment discounts, but you should enroll soon if […]
The LSAT. A half-day standardized, multiple-choice exam that has more impact on one’s law school application than any other factor. Law schools will routinely tell you that a student’s cumulative GPA and LSAT score are the top two factors they consider, and the half-day LSAT is typically even more important than one’s overall GPA that […]
For those of you who may be considering a career as a lawyer, or contemplating going to law school, ScoreItUp LSAT Prep will be hosting two events on Cal State Fullerton’s campus over the next couple of weeks: On Thursday, April 28th from 3-5 p.m., ScoreItUp will be conducting an open discussion and q&a session on […]
Hello everyone! For those of you who may be on or near Cal State Fullerton’s campus today, please feel free to stop by ScoreItUp LSAT Prep’s booth and say hello! I will be there from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., and happy to answer any questions you may have about law school, life as a […]
Many pre-law students do themselves a disservice by ignoring the significance of the mandatory Writing Sample that is included in every LSAT exam. Students’ written responses on this 35-minute section of the test are copied and provided to every single law school to which a student applies. Some test prep companies, typically founded by non-lawyers […]
Assume you were putting together a basketball team, and you were told that you could choose between two people: (1) Michael Jordan (in his prime), or (2) Phil Jackson (in his prime). Who would you choose? For those of you who do not follow basketball closely, Michael Jordan is considered by many to be the […]
If you are considering taking the LSAT, you probably are aware that a LSAT Prep course is likely to be a significant benefit in maximizing your potential on the exam. Considering the cost of law school and the value of a quality legal education and degree, the money spent on such a course may be […]