Is the February LSAT harder?

Asked by: Dr. Stefan Heathcote I  |  Last update: February 19, 2022
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Test-takers are usually pretty evenly split when deciding whether a particular LSAT was difficult or not. ... The February LSAT-Flex, however, was tough. Test takers couldn't even compare it to the hardest PT they took—which, albeit, varies from student to student.

What month is the hardest LSAT?

You'll look at my LSAT PrepTest Raw Score Conversion Charts and calculations of what it takes to get an LSAT score of 160 or 170. Using that data, you'll find that the December exam consistently has the easiest "curve," and the June exam consistently has the hardest.

Is it bad to take the LSAT in February?

3. February LSAT accepted: Most schools, particularly those outside the top tier, accept the February LSAT without petition and without it creating a significant disadvantage to the applicant. In general, the earlier the application deadline, the more of a disadvantage submitting a February LSAT score will create.

Is the February LSAT easy?

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.

What is the best month to take the LSAT?

For most applicants, the best month to take the LSAT is June. If you take it in June, you'll get your score in July and still have a solid two months to prepare your applications before you can submit them in September.
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The LSAT is offered only four times a year:
  • February.
  • June.
  • September (or October)
  • December.

January vs February LSATs

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What LSAT score do I need for Harvard?

As you can see from these numbers, an LSAT score of 170 or higher and a GPA above 3.75 will give you a chance of gaining admission to Harvard Law School. If you have a GPA of 3.94 or higher and above a 175, you are pretty much a lock for admission, particularly given the class size of ~560.

Do law schools care if you take the LSAT twice?

Law schools do not average the scores for admission, but we always look at performance if you've taken the test more than once. Ideally, it would be best if every applicant could secure their ideal LSAT score on the first attempt, but that is often not the case. Law schools will report the highest LSAT score.

How hard was the February LSAT-Flex?

The February LSAT-Flex, however, was tough. ... It's hard to say, but most people are pointing to the Reading Comprehension section and the Analytical Reasoning (Logic Games) section. The aesthetic testimony apparently put test-takers in a daze, especially if RC was your first section.

How long should you 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.

When should I take the LSAT for fall 2024?

We recommend that you submit your applications between late September and early November. Typically, students applying for regular fall admission take the test during June or September/October of the previous calendar year.

Is February too late for law school?

Each school has an official deadline for submitting applications. For most top law schools, the official deadline is February 15. However, as a practical matter, the later you apply, the less likely you are to get in. For many top law schools, the realistic deadline is much earlier than February 15.

Is it worth applying to law school in February?

Any application submitted between the beginning of December and end of January is generally considered “on time.” For some schools, especially schools with a lower median GPA or LSAT scores, applying in February is also considered on time. Applying after February is definitively late in the application cycle.

How often is the LSAT offered 2021?

The LSAT is typically administered nine times per year: January, February, March, April, June, July, September, October, and November. In 2021, the LSAT will be offered 8 times, with tests in August, October, and November, followed by a full slate of LSAT test date options available in 2022 (full calendar below).

Is the LSAT in person 2021?

The LSAT — August 2021 & Beyond. Given the expressed preference of the substantial majority of test takers, LSAC is pleased to announce that we will continue to provide the LSAT in an online, live remote-proctored format through June 2022.

Does the LSAT get harder every year?

It is actually quite remarkable that LSAC is able to keep these scores relatively consistent while administering the test 4 times each year. So, the LSAT tends to be of comparable difficulty, according to results, from administration to administration.

Why is the LSAT getting harder?

There's Reason To Make It Harder

One thing we've seen with the pandemic is that students have been studying more, and that has lead to a bubble of high scores on the LSAT-Flex exams (you can track daily updates to the Applicants' LSAT Score here).

How hard is it to get a 155 on the LSAT?

While a perfect LSAT score is a worthy goal, you should know that only 0.1% of LSAT test-takers achieve it. That's a clear indication of just how hard the LSAT is. The LSAT is scored between 120 and 180. An average score of about 155 is obtained by getting about 60% of the questions correct.

How hard is it to get a 160 on the LSAT?

Generally, there are between 75 and 76 questions on the LSAT. In order to get a 160, you'll need to get around 54 of these questions right. Between the 3 scored sections, that's about 18 right answers for each section. If you're good at one section, but not so good at another, your score will average out.

Can I pass the LSAT without studying?

It's not uncommon for some students to believe they don't have to study, especially if they've proven they can test well. Another common reason students do this is to get a feel for a “real” LSAT without preparing. ... We offer a range of LSAT courses, private tutoring, self-study, and free help.

What did Barack Obama get on the LSAT?

Though not conclusive, we can predict that President Barack Obama scored somewhere between the 94th – 98th percentile on his LSAT. Converting his approximated LSAT percentile to today's grading system would give him about a 170 LSAT score.

Do law schools see your LSAT photo?

Relax, LSAC doesn't include a copy of the photo in your CAS report schools get to see. They just hang onto it in a warehouse somewhere for a few years in case a reason comes up to suspect an imposter took the test for you and they want to double check things. Just make sure the pic conforms to LSAC rules.

What is the average LSAT score for first time takers?

What's the average LSAT score for first-time takers? The LSAC found that first-time test takers typically scored a 151, while second-time test takers scored a 151.7. Mean LSAT scores were highest for second-time test takers, while third-time test takers had the lowest score.