Can I take the LSAT in February?

Asked by: Chesley Von V  |  Last update: October 18, 2023
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It's Not Too Late!
For some lower-ranked schools, a February score is not too late. They are perfectly happy to consider it, given the less competitive nature of their admission cycles.

Is taking the February LSAT too late?

Feb LSAT was the latest LSAT accepted last cycle. The Law School recommends that you take the LSAT early (in or prior to September). However, the Law School will consider the June LSAT for fall admission.

Is February too late for law school?

With application rates back up, the ideal law school admissions timeline has you submitting your applications by the end of December. With that said, some law schools do accept applications through February. If you've only just decided to apply, there is a chance you'll get in.

Can I still register for the February LSAT?

If you don't have one, you can create an LSAC.org account for free. You can also register for the LSAT by phone by calling the LSAC at 215-968-1001. The LSAC registration phone lines are open weekdays between 8:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (ET), September through February and 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. (ET) March through August.

Is the February LSAT harder?

Let's be perfectly clear about this: the February LSAT IS NOT HARDER than any other LSAT given. Certainly the fact that it is undisclosed makes it less appealing; however, there is absolutely no data to suggest that it is in any way more difficult than any other LSAT test.

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What is the easiest month for LSAT?

Since the difficulty of the LSAT is carefully calibrated and curved, no test date is easier than another. Popular times like June and September may fill up early, but that is merely a reflection of the academic calendar since many test-takers are in school and have the most time to focus on the test during the summer.

How many months should I study for the LSAT?

For most students, a three-month period of preparation (of approximately 20 hours per week) is a great goal. This is, of course, an estimate; most students are not all students. To find out how much LSAT prep time you're likely to need, we recommend taking a practice LSAT to get a baseline score.

How late can you take LSAT to apply?

Typically, students applying for regular fall admission take the test during June or September/October of the previous calendar year. You can take the test in December or February, but many schools will have filled some of their seats by the time your scores hit the admissions office.

Is the January LSAT too late to apply?

For most nationally ranked law schools, the January LSAT date will be the latest date accepted in order to apply to start law school in the fall. If your application shows a pending LSAT date, law schools will put your application on hold until the score comes in.

What is the toughest year of law school?

Most students consider the first year of law school to be the most difficult. The material is more complex than they're used to and it must be learned rapidly. What's more, the way students are taught and tested is very different from high school or undergrad.

What is the best month to apply to law school?

The best time to apply.

Most law schools start to accept applications by early October and evaluate them on a rolling basis. There are more open spots at the beginning of the season, so early applicants have an advantage. That said, you shouldn't rush.

What is the shortest time for law degree?

Find an accelerated program

Some law schools offer a fast-track degree you can complete in two years. These degrees typically contain the same program requirements, including external internships. If you have legal experience or prefer to learn at a faster pace, this may be an especially useful option.

What months are the hardest for the LSAT?

Using that data, you'll find that the December exam consistently has the easiest "curve," and the June exam consistently has the hardest.

Does Harvard accept February LSAT?

We strongly recommend that you sit for your standardized test well in advance of the application deadline. To be considered for fall enrollment, you must take either the LSAT or GRE no later than the February administrations of these tests.

Which month is best for LSAT?

If you are still in college and plan to go to law school right after graduation, you should take the LSAT in the summer after your junior year or the fall of your senior year. For the balance of 2023, the test will be offered in June, August, September, October, and November—the full list of dates for 2023-24 is here.

What happens if I miss my LSAT time?

Withdraw your registration.

(If you register for another test date, you will be required to pay the full LSAT registration fee.) Please note: If you did not schedule an exam time through ProctorU by your administration's scheduling deadline, your registration will be automatically withdrawn, without a refund.

What happens if you miss the LSAT deadline?

You can cancel.

This option will be available to you until 11:50pm ET on the sixth day after your LSAT date. Be advised...if you miss the deadline, whatever score you get is going right on your record. And LSAC is a stickler about that deadline. If you miss it, they're not going to let you cancel.

Do law schools accept late applications?

Most law schools (even those with application deadlines) have rolling admissions, where seats in the incoming class are assigned as soon as they start receiving applications. The later you apply, the fewer seats are available.

How many questions can you miss on the LSAT and get a 170?

How Many Questions Can You Get Wrong to Score 170? If your goal is to reach a score of 170 on the LSAT, the maximum number of questions you can answer incorrectly is 11. Correctly answering 90 out of the 101 total questions should give you your desired score of 170.

How hard is a 175 LSAT?

A 175+LSAT test taker will be able to identify specifically what word, idea, or phrase makes an answer choice incorrect. For most questions, there will be multiple problems with each answer choice.

Is 2 months enough to study for LSAT?

If you can dedicate eight hours a day, for a total of 40 hours per week, to your study prep, two months may be enough time to study for the LSAT. However, the minimum recommendation is three months.

How realistic is it to get a 170 on LSAT?

However, it is possible. Despite what many people believe, there is no trick or shortcut to getting a 170 or more on an LSAT score. Very few people can walk into the room on test day with very little or no practice and be able to score that highly. It takes a lot of hard work to be able to score up to 170 or higher.

Is 172 LSAT good for Harvard?

A score of over 175 or better almost guarantees acceptance at some of the most elite universities: Harvard, Columbia, Stanford, and with a great GPA, even Yale. While stellar, achieving a 173 is not in itself enough to guarantee acceptance at the country's most elite universities.

What score is 20 wrong on LSAT?

Every LSAT throughout the year is different, but on a typical LSAT, you can still get 25 wrong and end up in the 160s— or about 20 wrong and get a 164, a 90th percentile score. Even a perfect score of 180 often allows for a question or two to be missed.