A small score drop is unlikely to hurt you unless you are targeting schools that are already a big reach for you.
One thing that might help you decide: a -9 is at best a 170, but more likely to be a 168-169. That gives you a much higher chance of y…
The best thing you can do when your brain shuts down on a stimulus is to flag it and move on! This goes against a lot of people's basic instincts - it feels like "giving up." But the reality is that often difficult questions get easier on the second…
Ah, that makes more sense!
Given that, yes - take the January LSAT! Make sure you create a strong study plan that focuses on your weak sections. Let me know if you have questions!
Whether the retake makes sense depends on what your goals are!
Ultimately, a 171 is a fantastic score. However, if you are compensating for a low GPA, or are determined to get into an elite school, a retake might make sense.
If you do want to go f…
You are running a bit low on retakes, but if this is your last cycle then shoot your shot!
I would make sure you have a solid study plan ready-to-go, however. Retaking only makes sense when you have a reason to believe you'll score better than prev…
Unfortunately, there are lots of possible reasons you can hit a plateau. However, the first question I'd ask if you were my client is how big the gap between your BR and actual score is.
If you are doing significantly better at BR, chances are the…
@kwood14 said:
Do you have any words of wisdom for maintaining momentum during the test? While doing the LR section, I usually spend an average of one minute per question...until I finish about 2/3 of the questions (when I start wasting time s…
Will a 153 get you the outcome you need?
If that score isn’t competitive at the schools you are targeting, then there is little reason to keep it, particularly if you are committed to retaking and have a PT average that suggests you can get a highe…
The most important thing for you to do at this point is to diagnose your weaknesses. Where are you losing points and why? Retaking the entire core curriculum is probably not the best use of your time. Instead, focus your time and attention of the…