The Law School Admissions Test (LSAT) is a half-day standardized test required by all American Bar Association-approved law schools as part of the admission requirements. Although the LSAT is administered four times per year, it is usually recommended that it is taken by December (for fall admission), however taking it as early as June or September is often advised. Most schools weight the LSAT scores very highly, while most do evaluate the full range of your credentials.

Test Format
The Law School Admissions Test is consisted of five 35-minute sections of multiple choice questions. Only four sections count towards your overall score, while the last section is considered a 'variable section' which is often used to try out new test questions. A 35-minute writing sample is also taken at the end of the exam, which is not graded, however copies are sent to all law schools in which you are applying.

Question Types
Reading Comprehension Questions
This section measures your ability to read, comprehend and understand examples of lengthy and complex materials similar to those you will find at Law School.

Analytical Reasoning Questions
This section measures your ability to understand the structures of relationships and to come to logical conclusions about that structure, much like legal problems you will be faced with in Law School.

Logical Reasoning Questions
This section measures your ability to understand, analyze, criticize, and complete a variety of arguments. These questions test a variety of skills used in reasoning logically and thinking critically.

Additional LSAT Resources
Please visit the following websites to learn more about the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) including preparation, registration, tips etc...

Kaplan Test Preparation and Admissions
Princeton Review
Law School Admissions Council
Internet Legal Research Group