My Tips To Prepare for the December 3rd LSAT in 4 days!

The December LSAT is this Saturday, December 3, 2011! For those of you preparing for this test, I hope that you have taken multiple practice tests to get a sense of where you are scoring.  However, it is important not to over do it and burn yourself out.  Pace yourself and try to stay as calm as possible.

Here are a few tips I have for those of you planning to take the test:


 1. Stay warm and get lots of rest! Colds and the flu is prevalent during this time of the year.  The last thing you need is to come down with something before the test.  If you happen to get sick, consider postponing your test till February.  You need to have all your mental strength and energy to do your very best on this test!

2.  Between now and Saturday take at least 2 practice tests.  Space them out.  For example, do a few Logical Reasoning questions or Logic Games and then set aside a 4 hour time slot to focus on your practice test. If you feel like that's too much, do at least 1 timed practice test and grade it so you know approximately where you're scoring.

3. Read current news articles.  The New York Times and TED are good places to read up on current news that the LSAT may address.  Having background on the issues will make it easier to read and understand during the test.  Especially when you're under pressure.

4. If you plan to study on Friday, study earlier in the day and then rest.  You want to conserve your energy and avoid burning out.  As crazy as it sounds, you should try to have fun and relax! Go watch a movie or hang out with some friends.  Do a non-stressful activity that will leave you feeling reenergized! 

5. Do a few questions Saturday morning while eating breakfast! This is a great way to warm up and get your brain going! It is better to do questions from the section you feel most comfortable so that you go into the test with confidence!

Good Luck to all of you taking the test! 

Be sure you have your sharpened number 2 pencils 

ready to score a 180!