Law School Entrance Exams
The Law School Admissions Test (LSAT) is required by most American Bar Association (ABA) approved law schools. A growing minority of ABA approved programs accept either the LSAT or the Graduate Record Examination (GRE).
Many applicants will opt to take the LSAT or GRE during the spring or summer a year before they plan to attend law school. However, each candidate’s holistic preparation and timing of taking the LSAT is different, so it is important that you consider your study strategies and personal obligations, as well as application cycles when determining when to take your exam.
LSAT OverviewLaw School Admission Test
Preparation Information
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What is on the LSAT?
The LSAT consists of:
- Logical Reasoning
- Reading Comprehension
- Unscored variable section
The LSAT also requires a 35-minute unscored writing sample that will be sent with your LSAT results when you apply to law school. This is taken separate from the LSAT and required only once, even if you take multiple LSAT exams.
- What is the best test prep?
We do not endorse any particular provider, but recommend you review primary sources first (sources published or suggested by the Law School Admissions Council - LSAC).
As the LSAT tests your ability to read critically, analyze and apply information to the task at hand there is no one best way to study. We recommend considering your study preferences and then evaluating your test prep options. We are happy to visit with you about how you might identify the style of preparation that best fit your needs.
- Test Prep Resources
There are many ways (and potential costs) to prepare for the LSAT. Below are some possible options. If you enjoy an option not listed below reach out and let us know so we can share it with other OSU pre-law students.
Test Preparation Resources Cost Range Free - $ Khan Academy Free Borrow test prep books
Free Free Free 7Sage Free - $ Alphascore Free - $$$ Blueprint Free - $$$ Kaplan Test Prep Free - $$$ LSAT Ally Free - $$ LSAT Demon Free - $ LSAT Engine Free - $$ Magoosh Free - $$ Manhattan Prep Free - $$$ PowerScore Free - $$$ Free - $$$ TestMasters $$$ TestMax Free - $$$