FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THE LSAT COURSE

1. Can your class really help me score my best?

Yes! We have been helping students from southeast Michigan achieve their testing potential for over 20 years. Our highly qualified and experienced teachers will:

• Familiarize you with test content and format.
• Guide you through in-depth reviews of the necessary math, verbal and writing skills.
• Give you plenty of practice, and
• Teach you to analyze your errors and improve your performance.

In addition, class meetings—which are spread over several weeks—will help you structure your preparation time and stay motivated as you approach your test date.

2. What can I do to get the most out of the class?

You can do a great deal to reap the fullest benefits from your test preparation experience! Here are some suggestions:

• Attend all class sessions if possible.
• Join the classroom conversation. You will learn the material better if you discuss it with others.
• Ask questions. Let the instructor know if you’re puzzled. We are happy to take your questions both during and after class.
• Keep an open mind and be willing to try new test-taking strategies.
• Schedule consistent at-home study sessions.

3. How much time should I plan to spend studying?

That depends on your schedule and your needs. Many of our students work or attend school full-time, and many have busy family lives. Yet even the busiest students can benefit greatly from several short (e.g., half-hour) sessions per week. Of course, if you have more time, or if you are especially weak in a certain subject, you will benefit from longer sessions.

The most important thing is to study frequently and consistently, rather than cramming for hours now and then.

4. What does the LSAT test?

The LSAT tests a variety of reading, reasoning, and writing skills. You will be required to:

• Answer questions about complex reading passages.
• Solve analytical reasoning problems (i.e., logic games.)
• Answer logical reasoning questions (analyze brief arguments.)
• Write a brief essay supporting a position on a topic.

A more detailed description of the test’s content can be found at www.LSAT.org.

5. What score do I need to pass?

There is no single “passing” score that applies to all students. Your passing score is the score you need to get into the law school of your choice. To learn the minimum or average LSAT score of students accepted into your desired program, contact the admissions office. We will also give some information about the admissions standards of Michigan law schools on the first day of class.

For more information on the scoring of the test, go to www.LSAT.org.

6. How will law schools use my score?

Law schools use your score on this standardized test to compare you more reliably to other students from around the world. Along with your undergraduate GPA, it is one of the most important factors in the admission process. Some schools use a minimum score as a strict cutoff. Some use formulas that allow a strong LSAT score to counteract a weak GPA, and vice versa. Others report that they consider all applications in their entirety. Although your LSAT score and undergraduate GPA are of utmost importance, other factors, such as admissions essays, also play a role.

If you have questions about how a specific school uses LSAT scores, contact its admission office.

7. What if I don’t get the score I need the first time I take the test?

You are welcome to take the class again—at no charge! (If the books have been updated since you took the class, you will need to purchase new materials.)

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