How do you calm down during an LSAT break? Use a short routine you have practiced: stop and name what you feel, slow your breathing with long exhales, ground yourself through your senses, let go of the last section, and decide your first move with the next one. It takes five to seven minutes and needs no notes. You can't bring prep materials into your break, so your reset has to live in your head. I teach students one word to remember: RESET.

Here's two things most LSAT students do not know. First, if you are enrolled in a program licensed by LSAC to use official PrepTest material, LawHub access is included as a condition of that license, so a separate subscription is usually unnecessary. Second, LSAT prep from a real, registered provider is often reimbursable through VA education benefits, Veteran Readiness and Employment, DoD programs, state vocational rehabilitation, and state workforce development programs.

I have taught the LSAT for more than 20 years, and 2026 has brought more students to my door with this exact story than any year before: practiced in the high 160s, scored in the 140s or low 150s, and nobody could explain why. This post explains why.

Preparing for the LSAT can feel overwhelming. You might wonder where to start, how to stay motivated or which strategies will truly help you succeed. The good news is that with the right approach, you can build confidence and improve your score. I want to share practical, effective LSAT prep methods that work for a variety of learners, including those with learning differences or test anxiety. Let’s break down the process into manageable steps so you can find the best path fo

Preparing for the LSAT can feel overwhelming, especially if you face unique challenges like learning differences or test anxiety. I understand how daunting it can be to tackle this important exam. That’s why I want to share how Ginsburg Advanced can help you master the LSAT with confidence and clarity. This post will guide you through practical steps, explain why specialized prep matters, and offer insights into how to make the most of your study time.

Preparing for the LSAT can be a challenging journey. If you have a learning disability, are neurodivergent, or experience test anxiety, you might wonder how to level the playing field. That’s where LSAT accommodations come in. These accommodations are designed to support you in demonstrating your true abilities without being hindered by factors unrelated to your knowledge or skills. In this guide, I’ll walk you through what LSAT accommodations are, how they can help, and what

Perfectionism gets a bad reputation in test prep circles, and mostly for good reason. But the advice students usually hear — "stop being such a perfectionist" — is both unhelpful and wrong. The drive that makes someone review every missed question at 11 p.m. is the same drive that produces a 175. The problem isn't the drive. It's what the drive is attached to. There is a real, well-documented distinction between two kinds of perfectionism. One of them predicts higher scores,

The research is clear: studies show that students in the highest test anxiety bracket score approximately 10% lower than their low-anxiety peers — not because they studied less or know the material less well, but because their nervous system is actively interfering with retrieval and reasoning at the moment of performance. For LSAT takers managing learning differences, ADHD, or prior academic trauma, that dysregulation can be even more pronounced.

A 'good' LSAT score is relative to your target schools. Nationally, 160+ is considered competitive, 165+ is strong for top-25 programs, and 170+ is elite. But for students with learning differences, the right score is the one that reflects your true ability — not what a timed test under pressure produced.

There are exceptions to this policy, because testing centers are not built to meet the needs of every student. Private rooms are scarce — and demand far exceeds supply Students approved for private rooms often face: Limited availability Long waitlists Forced rescheduling Travel burdens I’ve had students told the nearest available private room was five hours away — one way. That is not accessibility. That is a barrier. Some students cannot safely test i

The LSAT is often framed as a learnable test with universal strategies that work for everyone. Students are told that if they memorize the right methods, practice enough questions, and follow a proven system, their score will rise. This belief drives much of the traditional LSAT prep industry. For some students, these approaches produce modest gains. For many others, especially students with learning disabilities, ADHD, processing differences, or anxiety-related needs, one-si

This LSAT score converter allows students to enter a raw score and instantly see the corresponding scaled LSAT score using an official, test-specific conversion table. Because LSAT scores are not calculated as a simple percentage and vary by test administration, students often misunderstand what their practice results actually mean This tool bridges that gap by showing how raw performance translates into the 120 to 180 LSAT scale, helping test takers accurately assess where t

If you have spent any time searching for LSAT prep resources, you have likely seen endless promises built around “ sample LSAT questions. ” Free questions. Daily questions. Question banks. Timed drills. Untimed drills. Full sections. Mini sections. For many students, especially students who learn differently, this creates confusion rather than clarity. At Ginsburg Advanced, one of the most common questions we hear is not “Where can I find LSAT questions?” It is “How am I supp

Preparing for the LSAT can feel overwhelming, but with the right approach, you can maximize your score and boost your confidence. The key is to develop effective study habits and use proven strategies tailored to the exam’s unique format. This guide will walk you through practical steps to help you achieve your best LSAT score.

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We’re inviting 10 pre-law societies to partner with us this fall for a free 1-hour virtual masterclass with Shana Ginsburg, Esq. on the full law school journey. This isn’t a surface-level webinar—it’s a deep dive into: How LSAT prep really works (and how to do it with accountability) Navigating law school admissions with strategy and confidence Understanding accommodations—for the LSAT, law school exams, and the bar Why LSAT BOSS works for real learners—and how it’s different

The LSAT is changing fast—and if you’re planning to apply to law school this cycle, understanding the latest trends is essential. Based on the record-breaking August 2025 test and last year’s format overhaul, here are five predictions that can help you prep smarter and stay ahead.

Today, we’re tackling one of the most common—and complex—questions: How hard is it to get into law school with a 3.1 GPA and a 157 LSAT score? The short answer: it depends. The long answer? It depends on the schools you're targeting, how your numbers stack up against their medians, and how well you leverage the parts of your application you can control.

If you’ve previously received LSAT accommodations—especially for paper-based testing or extended time—LSAC’s new policy changes effective August 2025 could directly impact your testing experience. This page breaks down exactly what’s changed, what you need to do, and how Ginsburg Advanced can help.

Reading comprehension struggles on the LSAT aren’t usually about intelligence—they’re about anxiety around time. That pressure to move quickly makes it nearly impossible to slow down for thoughtful, active reading and, just as important, effective recall.