HorseCrazyTraveler '25–'26 app cycle

I’ve got this, and you do too. The worst they can say is no.

We already know the LSAT sucks but I’ll say it here. The LSAT absolutely SUCKS. For whatever reason, this test and I just did not mesh. I’d never had an issue with standardized tests before - I got a 1250 on the SAT and a 31 on the ACT without studying (I even fell asleep halfway through the ACT). For whatever reason, despite how much time, money (and there was a lot of money, too much money, thank goodness for generous boyfriends who believe in you), and effort I put into studying, I just could not beat the LSAT.

That doesn’t mean you can’t though! Could I have studied more? Sure. But I think anyone who doesn’t get a 175+ could have studied more. Try not to let your score beat you up the way I’ve let it. Make sure you focus everything you’ve got on your softs - volunteering, work experience, certifications, special interests, any adversity you’ve overcome or significant experiences you’ve had that shaped you as a person - and take the time to write a compelling personal statement that paints a well-rounded picture of you. That’s all you can do if your LSAT and/or GPA aren’t the greatest.

Try everything within your power to control your anxiety, there will be a lot of it (especially if you have a diagnosed anxiety/depression disorder like me).
I did not attempt to receive accommodations as I did not want to be stuck in a room with the LSAT longer than absolutely necessary, but if you do seek out accommodations, make sure you practice within those conditions. Once your applications are submitted, try to find things to occupy your time - I’m healing from fully rupturing my Achilles tendon in mid-September 2025 (that certainly did not help with my LSAT in November), so I’ve had physical therapy, cooking, and volunteering to try and keep my mind off the seemingly inescapable dread that has taken up residence in my stomach for the last month or so.

I’ve got this though, and you do too. I was very ambitious with my applications (I may be riding on my GPA a little too much). But you never know!

I wrote this before I received any decisions on my applications. I’ll make an update once I do.

P.S. Stay away from the r/lawschooladmissions sub-reddit. It will do you very little if any favors.