What is the LSAT?
The LSAT is the admission test for law schools in the US, Canada and some other countries, run by the Law School Admission Council (LSAC). Since August 2024 it no longer includes Analytical Reasoning (Logic Games). The scored sections are two Logical Reasoning sections and one Reading Comprehension section, plus one unscored section and a separate written essay.
Who takes it
- Applicants to JD programs in the US and Canada
- Graduates considering law as a career change
- Applicants to some international law programs
Official information: LSAC website.
LSAT format at a glance
| Section | Time | Questions | What it tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| Logical Reasoning 1 | 35 min | About 25 questions | Analysing and evaluating arguments |
| Logical Reasoning 2 | 35 min | About 25 questions | Analysing and evaluating arguments |
| Reading Comprehension | 35 min | About 27 questions | Dense passages and comparative reading |
| Unscored section | 35 min | Varies | LR or RC questions being tested |
How LSAT scoring works
Scaled score from 120 to 180
How to prepare for the LSAT
Learn argument structure
Most LR questions come down to finding the conclusion, the evidence and the gap between them.
Master conditional logic
If-then statements appear across the test. Practise contrapositives until they're automatic.
Read for structure in RC
Note the author's view and the role of each paragraph rather than every detail.
Don't skip the essay
LSAT Argumentative Writing is sent to schools. Practise a couple before your test.
A sample LSAT study plan
Every plan we build starts from your diagnostic. This is a typical shape for a student starting from a solid base.
- Weeks 1–3Diagnostic, argument structure and conditional logic
- Weeks 4–8LR question types, RC passage mapping and error logs
- Weeks 9–12Timed practice tests and the writing sample
How we coach the LSAT
A plan for you
We start from your diagnostic, target score and test date, and plan your hours around them.
Live online sessions
Sessions focus on the LSAT skills you need most, with practice and review.
Practice that counts
Timed practice and mistake reviews show exactly what to fix next.
Your rate depends on the plan you choose.
LSAT FAQs
Does the LSAT still have Logic Games?
No. Analytical Reasoning was removed in August 2024. The LSAT now has two scored Logical Reasoning sections and one Reading Comprehension section.
What is the LSAT score range?
LSAT scores range from 120 to 180.
What is LSAT Argumentative Writing?
It is the LSAT's written section, taken separately online. It is unscored but sent to the law schools you apply to.
How long should I study for the LSAT?
Many students study for two to four months. Your diagnostic score and target will shape your plan.
How much does LSAT coaching cost?
Between $20 and $40 per hour at BetterMyScores.
LSAT guides
The LSAT Without Logic Games: What Changed and How to Prepare
With Logic Games gone, Logical Reasoning now makes up two of the three scored sections.
How to Build a 10-Week GRE Study Plan
Ten weeks is enough for most students to prepare well for the GRE, if each week has a clear job.
GMAT Focus Edition Scores: How the 205–805 Scale Works
The GMAT Focus Edition uses a new scale that doesn't match the old one. Here's how to read it.