By James Leipold| www.lsac.org
How Should We Think About Record-Breaking Employment for Law School Graduates?| www.lsac.org
Start your Law School journey with LSAC, a not-for-profit organization committed to promoting quality, access, and equity in law and education.| www.lsac.org
Welcome to the LSAT Inbox! This is a blog series that answers frequently asked questions about the LSAT®. We encourage you to check back often for answers to more questions you may have as you prepare for the test.I want to schedule for a specific test date and can’t do so. Can you help me?Scheduling is offered on a staggered schedule. If you’re scheduling for the September 2025 LSAT, consult the email sent to you on August 19. Ensure you are selecting a date and time that is available b...| Blog
By Susan L. KrinskyLSAC is committed to ensuring that the LSAT provides a fair, valid, and reliable assessment that can be used as an important component of the holistic admission process for schools and applicants. LSAC invests heavily in a wide range of tools, programs, and other steps to protect the security of the LSAT and the integrity of LSAT results. We have been increasingly concerned about organized efforts by individuals and companies in mainland China to promote test misconduct. ...| Blog
By James Leipold| www.lsac.org
The sample questions on the following pages are typical of the Reading Comprehension questions you will find on the LSAT. Three single-passage Reading Comprehension passages are included. They are followed by two or three sample questions each. The Comparative Reading set below includes seven sample questions.| www.lsac.org
Welcome to the LSAT Inbox! This is a blog series that answers frequently asked questions about the LSAT®. We encourage you to check back often for answers to more questions you may have as you prepare for the test.How can I check if my device is compatible to take the LSAT? Please test your equipment prior to your test via Prometric's site: System Readiness Check. You can complete this check at any time. Your system will be scanned for your operating system, screen resolution, microphone...| Blog
By Susannah Pollvogt| www.lsac.org
By Susannah Pollvogt| www.lsac.org
Prior to joining LSAC in 2021, Susannah was a law professor for 15 years, and served as the inaugural associate dean for student success at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, School of Law. She graduated from Williams College in 1994 and Yale Law School in 1998. Her experience includes designing and implementing summer bridge programs, substantive orientation programs, first-year academic skills workshops, upper-level legal analysis courses, doctrinal courses, skills courses, comprehen...| www.lsac.org
Welcome to the LSAT Inbox! This is a blog series that answers frequently asked questions about the LSAT®. We encourage you to check back often for answers to more questions you may have as you prepare for the test.Can I still register for the August 2025 LSAT?The deadline to register for the August 2025 LSAT was June 26, 2025. However, there are many open administrations starting with the September 2025 LSAT that you can still register for.Can I test from an international location for the Au...| Blog
By Susannah Pollvogt| www.lsac.org
This question asks you to identify the point on which Laird and Kim disagree with respect to pure research. Laird identifies two contributions of pure research: its medical applications (“technologies that contribute to saving lives”) and its role in expanding knowledge and providing new ideas. Of these, Laird considers the second contribution to be more worthwhile. Kim, on the other hand, maintains that “Saving lives is what counts most of all.” Since pure research saves lives throug...| www.lsac.org
By Susannah PollvogtThis blog post provides a brief review of our well-attended webinar last week on Best Practices in Developing and Assessing Learning Outcomes.The Need for GuidanceThere has been a robust dialogue around learning outcomes in higher education for many years, but not so much in the realm of legal education. So, while newly adopted ABA Standards require law schools to develop learning outcomes at both the programmatic and individual course level, administrators and faculty mem...| Blog
By James LeipoldIn March I reported that the latest recruiting data from the National Association for Law Placement (NALP) showed that the law firm recruiting landscape had changed dramatically in 2024. For the first time, the majority of recruiting for summer associates happened outside of law school-sponsored recruiting programs such as on-campus interviewing (OCI). The timing has also moved ever earlier into the first year of law school, with the majority of offers for 2L summer positions ...| Blog
Welcome to the LSAT Inbox! This is a blog series that answers frequently asked questions about the LSAT®. We encourage you to check back often for answers to more questions you may have as you prepare for the test.| www.lsac.org
Welcome to the LSAT Inbox! This is a blog series that answers frequently asked questions about the LSAT®. We encourage you to check back often for answers to more questions you may have as you prepare for the test.Do I need to have my username and password to test?Yes. Please memorize your LawHub username and password or have this information available to you. If you write your credentials down, you will need to show them to your proctor and then destroy the paper before you begin testing. Y...| Blog
by Elizabeth BodamerShaking.My hands shook the entire time as I filled out the online application to lock in the loans. It was the only way to pay for law school, I kept reminding myself.As the first to graduate college and attend law school in my family, financing law school was scary for me. My family could not afford to pay for my legal education. The goals and motivations that were the foundation for my decision to go to law school – my “why,” – carried me through graduation and b...| Blog
By Anna Topczewski| www.lsac.org
Welcome to the LSAT Inbox! This is a blog series that answers frequently asked questions about the LSAT®. We encourage you to check back often for answers to more questions you may have as you prepare for the test.| www.lsac.org
By Elizabeth Bodamer| www.lsac.org
June 2025| www.lsac.org
Due to the high volume of test takers for the June LSAT, and to minimize wait times in the scheduling queue, scheduling will be offered on a staggered schedule.You can find the time scheduling will open for your preferred test date and modality using the table below. Scheduling will open exclusively for in-person test centers on Tuesday, 5/13, and Wednesday, 5/14 (see specific times below). Scheduling will then open exclusively for remote testing on Thursday, 5/15, and Friday, 5/16, until 6 p...| Blog
Welcome to the LSAT Inbox! This is a blog series that answers frequently asked questions about the LSAT®. We encourage you to check back often for answers to more questions you may have as you prepare for the test.| www.lsac.org
By Amy Allbright and Robert (Bob) Dinerstein| www.lsac.org
Go to https://proscheduler.prometric.com/ and click the “Schedule” tile.| www.lsac.org
Due to the high volume of test takers for the August LSAT, and to minimize wait times in the scheduling queue, scheduling will be offered on a staggered schedule.| www.lsac.org
Welcome to the LSAT Inbox! This is a blog series that answers frequently asked questions about the LSAT®. We encourage you to check back often for answers to more questions you may have as you prepare for the test.How can LawHub help me prepare for the LSAT?The LSAT is administered through LawHub. When you practice with LawHub, you’re preparing for test day using the authentic test interface. Not only that, but all of LawHub’s PrepTests are created from Official LSAT test forms that were...| Blog
What should I do if I experience a technical issue during my remote test?Restart your computer and reopen the ProProctor page. This step resolves most technical issues. Please make sure your system is updated with the newest version of OS before taking your test. If this step doesn’t solve the technical issue, disconnect from your proctor. Then, please click the “Contact Support” button on the top right of the ProProctor start page. Once on the ProProctor Help page, click the chat but...| Blog
By Susannah PollvogtWe recently presented a webinar on the implications for law schools regarding the new American Bar Association accreditation standards on learning outcomes and assessments. I was joined by Zack DeMeola, LSAC’s senior director of strategic initiatives, who is also the co-chair of the ABA Resources on Outcomes and Assessments Committee . The committee played a major role in helping develop the new standards. The webinar had more than 130 attendees, including deans, associa...| Blog
By James LeipoldThe ways that law firms recruit law students are undergoing a sea change. Prospective law school applicants and the law school admission professionals who interact with those prospects need to understand the many ways in which this important landscape is evolving.NALP released its annual Perspectives on Law Student Recruiting report earlier this month, highlighting many of the historic shifts that are underway in law firm recruiting. According to their analyses of the availabl...| Blog
Welcome to the LSAT Inbox! This is a blog series that answers frequently asked questions about the LSAT®. We encourage you to check back often for answers to more questions you may have as you prepare for the test.Where can I find the April 2025 LSAT scheduling details?Please visit our April LSAT scheduling blog for information about scheduling your test, as well as details on the staggered schedule being used for April LSAT scheduling.If you’re registered for the April 2025 LSAT, you also...| Blog
Due to the high volume of test takers for the April LSAT, and to minimize wait times in the scheduling queue, scheduling will be offered on a staggered schedule.You can find the time scheduling will open for your preferred test date and modality using the table below. Scheduling will open exclusively for in-person test centers on Tuesday, 3/25, and Wednesday, 3/26 (see specific times below). Scheduling will then open exclusively for remote testing on Thursday, 3/27, and Friday, 3/28 until 3 p...| Blog
By Elizabeth BodamerI did not know a single attorney – not even one – until I was assigned a mentor my first year of undergrad. From there I met another lawyer, then another lawyer, and then another. During my senior year of college, as my eyes were set on law school as the next chapter in my life, my mother walked into the law school immigration clinic where a law student helped her fill out the paperwork to become a naturalized citizen. As I started law school, my mother proudly took th...| Blog
By Susannah PollvogtMy recent Law:Fully post described changes to the ABA accreditation standards regarding learning outcomes and assessment of students’ attainment of those outcomes. This post unpacks the concept of learning outcomes a bit more and describes the relationship between course-level learning outcomes and programmatic learning outcomes.First, a workable definition of learning outcomes: learning outcomes describe what students should be able to do at the end of a course or a pr...| Blog
Welcome to the LSAT Inbox! This is a blog series that answers frequently asked questions about the LSAT®. We encourage you to check back often for answers to more questions you may have as you prepare for the test.I was not able to schedule for the LSAT—Puerto Rico because the test centers were full. Can I still try to schedule?Scheduling for the LSAT—Puerto Rico is now closed. April 2025 and June 2025 LSAT registrations are open; however, please keep in mind that these tests are adminis...| Blog
By Elizabeth BodamerNo matter what your view of the ruling is, it’s fair to say that the June 2023 Students for Fair Admissions, Inc. v. Harvard decision was a seismic event for anyone involved in higher education. As law schools and other institutions continue to review and adjust their policies and procedures in response to the Court’s ruling, it is critical for all of us to have a clear understanding of the admission environment. Who is applying to law school? What are their experien...| Blog
By Susannah PollvogtOn February 3, the American Bar Association’s House of Delegates voted to approve changes to ABA standards related to learning outcomes and assessment that will have significant implications for law school curricula. The purpose of this post is to explain the changes and how law schools might want to adapt in light of those changes. Future Law:Fully blog posts will further explain learning outcomes, the difference between programmatic learning outcomes and course-level...| Blog
By James LeipoldIn January, NALP released its 2024 Report on Diversity in US Law Firms . The topline takeaway? For the second year in a row the representation of Black or African American summer associates decreased. Similarly, the new law school enrollment data that the ABA released in December show a small decrease in Black and Hispanic enrollment.None of these decreases is large in size, nor are there enough years of downward trending numbers to call this a trend, but having carefully ...| Blog
Welcome to the LSAT Inbox! This is a blog series that answers frequently asked questions about the LSAT®. We encourage you to check back often for answers to more questions you may have as you prepare for the test.Where can I review upcoming LSAT deadlines?Please visit Upcoming LSAT Dates to review upcoming LSAT dates and deadlines. Please note that the next LSAT administration for which registration is open is the April test, and you have until February 27 to register.Are external computer ...| Blog
Welcome to the LSAT Inbox! This is a blog series that answers frequently asked questions about the LSAT®. We encourage you to check back often for answers to more questions you may have as you prepare for the test.How can I check if my device is compatible with the LSAT?Please test your equipment prior to your test via Prometric’s site . Please make sure to remove background applications prior to your test. Instructions for removing background applications can be found on LSAC’s Remote L...| Blog
Welcome to the LSAT Update, your source for the latest news you can use about the LSAT!Scheduling for the February 2025 LSAT Scheduling for the February 2025 LSAT will open on Tuesday, January 21. If you’re registered for the February test, you should’ve received an email detailing the registration schedule for both in-person and remote testing.Contrary to other LSAT administrations, the February 2025 LSAT will be administered over two days, instead of the customary four days. For this r...| Blog
Due to the high volume of test takers for the February LSAT, and to minimize wait times in the scheduling queue, scheduling will be offered on a staggered schedule.You can find the time scheduling will open for your preferred test date and modality using the table below. Scheduling will open for in-person test centers on Tuesday, 1/21 at 3 p.m. ET. Scheduling will open for remote testing on Wednesday, 1/22 at 3 p.m. ET.All dates/times are listed in Eastern Time (ET).Your Preferred Test DateIn...| Blog
Welcome to the LSAT Inbox! This is a blog series that answers frequently asked questions about the LSAT®. We encourage you to check back often for answers to more questions you may have as you prepare for the test.Where can I find the scheduling dates and times for the January 2025 LSAT?You can visit January LSAT Scheduling to review our staggered schedule. Test takers will use Prometric’s ProScheduler tool to select a test center from Prometric’s network of test centers worldwide or to ...| Blog
By Susan Krinsky Every year in mid-December, the ABA releases a trove of data about our nation’s law schools. The ABA’s Standard 509 data is compiled each fall by the ABA, LSAC, and all ABA-accredited U.S. law schools and is published annually by the ABA Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar. What follows are some key takeaways from this year’s certified data. Given LSAC’s deep expertise in admission and legal education, this blog post is also informed by data compile...| Blog
Welcome to the LSAT Update, your source for the latest news you can use about the LSAT!Scheduling for the January 2025 LSAT Due to the Christmas holiday, scheduling for the January 2025 LSAT will open on Tuesday, December 17 for most test takers. Keep an eye out for scheduling instructions to be sent via email on that date.To help January test takers in planning their test day, we have published the scheduling itinerary for the January administration. If you want to test at a test center, s...| Blog
Welcome to the LSAT Inbox! This is a blog series that answers frequently asked questions about the LSAT®. We encourage you to check back often for answers to more questions you may have as you prepare for the test.What resources are available to prepare for the LSAT?All candidates have access to a free LawHub account. Your LawHub account contains LSAT practice tests, which provide the ability to review your answers. Additionally, drill sets focusing on specific types of Reading Comprehension...| Blog
Due to the high volume of test takers for the January LSAT, and to minimize wait times in the scheduling queue, scheduling will be offered on a staggered schedule.You can find the time scheduling will open for your preferred test date and modality using the table below. Scheduling will open exclusively for in-person test centers on Tuesday, 12/17, and Wednesday, 12/18 (see specific times below). Scheduling will then open exclusively for remote testing on Thursday, 12/19, and Friday, 12/20. Pl...| Blog
The decision to go to law school is one that should be celebrated, and LSAC is at your side as you begin this exciting and challenging journey. One way we support prospective law school applicants is through Plus, Guided Journey, a program that aims to reduce barriers to legal education by providing the guidance and structure needed to tackle the law school application process.Why Plus, Guided Journey?If you’re planning to begin law school in fall 2026, Plus is for you. Now in its second ye...| Blog
Is LSAT Argumentative Writing required? Yes. Your LSAT score cannot be released if you haven’t completed an LSAT Argumentative Writing sample or an LSAT Writing sample from a previous test administration. What browser should I use to take LSAT Argumentative Writing? You must use the Chrome browser for LSAT Argumentative Writing. Please note that you will need to download a Guardian Extension. Where and when can I complete LSAT Argumentative Writing? You can take LSAT Argumentati...| Blog
Welcome to the LSAT Update, your source for the latest news you can use about the LSAT!If you’re testing remotely on a Mac … optimize your setup!Apple’s recent release of MacOS Sequoia has created some confusion over which MacOS is supported by the ProProctor live proctoring software. If you plan to take your LSAT remotely with a Mac, these MacOS are currently supported by ProProctor:All versions of MacOS 12 Monterey All versions of MacOS 13 Ventura 13.3 and higher All versions of MacOS...| Blog
Welcome to the LSAT Inbox! This is a blog series that answers frequently asked questions about the LSAT®. We encourage you to check back often for answers to more questions you may have as you prepare for the test.How can I check if I purchased Score Preview for my current administration?Login to your LSAC JD Account and Navigate to LSAT > The LSAT > LSAT Status: View All LSAT Information. You can scroll down to see your LSAT Score Preview status in the “Status” column on the far right. ...| Blog
By James LeipoldEarlier this month, the National Association for Law Placement (NALP) released its annual analysis of U.S. law school employment outcomes which includes a detailed breakdown of employment gaps based on race and ethnicity.In its finding, NALP noted that law graduates of color had lower overall employment rates compared to white graduates. While this disparity has been true for many years, it is significant to note that gaps for Asian, Black, Hispanic/Latinx, and Native Hawaiian...| Blog
Welcome to the LSAT Update, your source for the latest news you can use about the LSAT!Next Steps After October Score ReleaseScores for the October 2024 LSAT were released on October 23, and, as you continue your path to law school, including completion of the application process, LSAC is here to help you along the way. Here are some next steps for you to consider on your law school journey.You can sign up for LSAC’s Candidate Referral Service (CRS) which gives you the opportunity to be dis...| Blog
Welcome to the LSAT Inbox! This is a blog series that answers frequently asked questions about the LSAT®. We encourage you to check back often for answers to more questions you may have as you prepare for the test.Can I still purchase Score Preview for the October 2024 LSAT?Yes, you can purchase Score Preview for the October 2024 LSAT until October 21, 2024. It can be purchased from your account under LSAT/The LSAT/LSAT Status: View All LSAT Information. You will see the Score Preview Status...| Blog
By Susan KrinskyEvery year by mid-October, LSAC begins publishing our interactive website for the current law school admission cycle. The website provides detailed information on the overall number of applicants and applications, and can be filtered and analyzed by geographic region, race/ethnicity, gender, LSAT score band, first-generation college status, and other criteria.The site is updated daily, and serves as a resource for schools, prelaw advisors, students, and many others who are int...| Blog
By Laura FonsecaThe changing landscape of legal education and how individuals experience it requires consistent reflection and evolving interventions. Largescale, equity-centered research is pivotal to understanding the experiences of law school prospects. We must continually challenge our assumptions based on the latest insight from test takers and law students – even if we feel those assumptions have worked in the past.The recently published LSAC Knowledge Report, based on input from more...| Blog
Due to the high volume of test takers for the November LSAT, and to minimize wait times in the scheduling queue, scheduling will be offered on a staggered schedule.| www.lsac.org
Due to the high volume of test takers for the October LSAT, and to minimize wait times in the scheduling queue, scheduling will be offered on a staggered schedule.| www.lsac.org
By Elizabeth Bodamer| www.lsac.org
Due to the high volume of test takers for the September LSAT, and to minimize wait times in the scheduling queue, scheduling will be offered on a staggered schedule.| www.lsac.org
LSAT Inbox – May 14, 2025| www.lsac.org
With CAS, your transcripts, letters of recommendation, and other documents required for your law school applications only need to be sent one time, to LSAC.| www.lsac.org
If you’re looking to advance your legal career or take the next step in your academic journey, an LLM could be for you.| www.lsac.org
“I always knew I wanted to go to law school, but maybe back then I didn’t know what it meant to be a lawyer. … The more diverse the profession becomes, the more we can serve people who need our help.”| www.lsac.org
The Law School Admission Test (LSAT) is an integral part of law school admission in the United States, Canada, and a growing number of other countries.| www.lsac.org
Welcome to The LSAT This Week! This is a weekly blog series with all you need to know about the LSAT®, including upcoming deadlines, how to prepare for the test, how to avoid having your session flagged, and more. Be sure to come back often to read the latest information you’ll need to know as you prepare for your test.| www.lsac.org