How Long Should You Spend Studying for the LSAT? 

Studying for the LSAT is a critical rite of passage for future lawyers. Accordingly, every aspect of your LSAT preparation needs to be placed strategically.

Understand that the LSAT is different from other exams and requires more preparation -

The LSAT tests skills, not  content -  Unlike most examinations, the LSAT requires no outside knowledge beyond a good command of the English language. The LSAT measures your ability to think logically and analytically.

It requires you to retrain your brain -  When you prep for the LSAT, you must train your brain to think in a specialized way that might seem unnatural for most non-lawyers.

It isn’t conducive to cramming -  Many academically successful students incorrectly believe that they can cram for the LSAT in just a few weeks—and end up getting a rude awakening! It’s therefore important to err on the side of caution and give yourself plenty of time to prepare.

Aim for 250 to 300 hours of LSAT preparation -  Practical considerations, such as work and personal commitments, will come into play here, as will your own unique needs and learning style. Nonetheless, 250 to 300 hours of LSAT preparation over a period of a few months is a good benchmark.

Allocate time for in-depth analysis -  Whatever your method of preparing for the LSAT, it’s important to understand that analyzing your performance will take up a good portion of your time.

Do NOT take the test until you’re ready -  If you’re not routinely scoring within three or four points of your goal on practice exams, don’t sit for the real thing! The LSAT is an extremely reliable test.

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