8 Common LSAT Prep Mistakes

#1: Only allowing 2-3 months to study. Instead, allow 5-6 months to achieve your fullest potential.

#2: Taking an LSAT diagnostic test without studying - it's discouraging and a waste of time.

Instead, build a strong foundation before taking PTs to get a sense of where you truly stand.

#3: Studying out of random books like LSAT for Dummies.

Instead, use real actual official LSAT PrepTests and well-reviewed quality resources - with the rise of low-cost online courses, they can be more affordable than you'd think.

#4: Doing all your studying out of books.

Instead, use LSAC's LawHub to practice doing practice LSATs online -- the exam is now online and it's important to get used to the format ASAP.

#5: Taking a practice test every single day.

Instead, take a practice test once or twice a week at most and review them in-depth.

#6: Taking the LSAT before you're ready just to see how you'll do.

Instead, only take it when you're feeling ready and likely to achieve your fullest potential.

#7: Getting stressed about / stuck on a previous question/section when you've already moved on. 

Instead, practice learning to let go and move on. No one particular question will make or break you, and all Qs are worth the same amount.

#8: Thinking it's all about this one test on Test Day.

Instead, remember there are future test dates also - the exam's offered nearly every month, and you can retake! Law schools don't average multiple scores -- they only take the highest!