Looking for some advice on how to prepare for the LSAT test. The book stores have alot of books on how to prepare for the test. I was hoping someone that has already taken the test could recommend something. Past experience with taking law enforcement certification tests has shown me that some of these books are a waste of time and money. Any suggestions ?
When you send in your application, the LSDAS (I think) sends you prep materials. Study these closely; don't waste your money on any other stuff.
When I took the test I found myself taking a lot of time reading and re-reading the questions. I did well on those but then as time ran out, I just filled in the blanks. Not too smart. I did not do well on those. So know your time limits and try not to get hung up on one question. Duff
A friend of mine swears by this: http://www.testmasters180.com/courseinfoF.aspx I'm not sure about the cost however. Good luck Mike
The best advise I can give, from personal experience, is to go to your bookstore and find an LSAT book that has sample tests and answers (and that explains the answers). It's the best way to learn. Don't bother with the prep schools (ie Kaplan). They cost a fortune and those who I know who took the course did not do any better than those who didn't.
LSAT Test I want to thank the individuals that sent me their advice. If I can ever help in return just ask. TomC.
TomC - I took the LSAT almost 13 years ago now, so I have no real "test tips", however unless things have really changed I would strongly suggest getting a book of sample questions and tests and doing as many as you possibly can. As with all timed tests, the more comfortable you are with the questioning, the more likely you will do well. As I looked at it, I was writing the test to see if the 3 years of school, and the career that I was pursuing were for me, and the investment of time and money was one of the best decisions I ever made. Best of luck, Tracey
I'd suggest buying all the old tests from the LSAC. For the games you might need to buy a book to show you the proper strategies (the "logic games bible" is a good one). If you need a course (some people seem to be unable to get the studying done without it) pick one of the 60 hour courses, Not Kaplan or Princeton Review (which are under 20 hours for the same price). The 2 courses I know of are Testmasters and Powerscore. -me (ps. For purposes of disclosure I had a 99th %ile score and used to teach for a few different LSAT companies)
