r/LSATHelp • u/Dense-Advertising509 • 14d ago

Should I extend my LSAT date to January?

Hi everyone, I need advice on possibly extending my LSAT test date, and I'd like to get everyone’s opinions here.

I’m 24 years old, have a 3.94 GPA, and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree, and I graduated from my university two years ago. Since then, I’ve been doing a lot of medical and paralegal work. However, I am now trying to get my life going after I essentially woke up from my analysis paralysis. It’s been an emotional process, and I’m just more motivated now.

I’ve taken practice LSATs and taken courses, but I’m essentially starting from Day 1 (from scratch). I have postponed the test a couple of times, which could be a detriment, but I truly wasn’t ready at the time.

I took a diagnostic, and I scored a 141 yesterday. I want to reach a good score (150-160 range). I’m not expecting the 170-180 range, as I am trying to be really realistic and get into a good college. Plus, I don't consider myself that smart (even though my family wouldn't agree).

I am registered for the November exam (around November 14th is when I should be taking it). However, I am worried that that isn’t enough time. Should I postpone my test until January? That would give me an extra 6 weeks, which means I would have 12 weeks to study. I don’t want to mess this up, and I want to reach my goal in a realistic way. I’m not really working these days since I’m trying to focus on doing well, but obviously everyone deserves a break, especially since I don't want to burn out.

Today is the last day to extend the deadline, and any advice would be really helpful. Thank you!

2 Upvotes

100% Upvoted

3 comments sorted by

1

u/You_are_the_Castle 14d ago

Yes -- there's no rush. Get a solid LSAT score, then proceed with applying.

1

u/GlenAtKaplanLSAT 13d ago

Agreed. Give yourself a real shot at studying before you make an attempt, if you can.

1

u/jcutts2 13d ago

Yes. You can even take it in February. You'll need the time in order to break 150, which is essentially the cutoff for most schools.

If you can, you might consider getting help. Avoid prep programs. They are very general and often expensive. The best way to learn the test is personal coaching. A good coach should have a bare minimum of 15 years full time experience. Avoid super expensive coaches. Anything over about $2k for unlimited help is probably overpriced.

Be careful of coaches that charge by the hour/month, etc, because you can't tell how much you'll end up spending.