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Nsqui

LSAT 171 · GPA 3.89 · 2021–22 cycle

Attending Cornell University

Jan. 2021 LSAT Flex (considered retaking, as I would like to minimize debt - however, I told myself that I would be satisfied with a 170+ before going into the test and felt that I should maintain that perspective. My PT average over the 12 or so tests that I took leading up to the January administration was a 171,…

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Ijustwannagetinman

LSAT 171 · GPA 3.50 · 2023–24 cycle

Attending University of California—Los Angeles

I ended up getting into my dream school, so my cycle ended up perfect for my goals. I could’ve done much better though had I retaken the LSAT. That would be my one regret from this cycle. My diagnostic was a 167 and I barely studied for my 171. (Well, and not taking undergrad grades seriously ). But hey, it all…

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Goff

LSAT 176 · GPA 4.00 · 2025–26 cycle

Attending Harvard University

…the most important parts of your application: Get the best LSAT you can. Your highest score is the only one that matters. I had a 161 and a 176 (don’t call it a come back). I studied one hour a day for 10 months. Do it every day. If you are in undergrad, maintain a 4.00. That is your highest priority. Make your…

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StandUnderNone

LSAT 170 · GPA 4.00 · 2021–22 cycle

Attending University of Notre Dame

LSAT: june ’21 164 –> august ‘21 170 thanks to just khan academy, mike kim’s LSAT trainer, and grinding PTs. my PT average was like a 165 so i truly got lucky on my second take. probably could have taken more time + money to study and squeezed out a few more points, but i was more than happy with a 170 and wanted to…

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PresentRaspySatyr

LSAT 173 · GPA 3.93 · 2023–24 cycle

Attending University of Texas at Austin

This is going to be long, but I have lots of wisdom to share that I wish I knew before! LSAT Prioritize the LSAT! It’s a difficult exam, but also very learnable. Every minute and penny you invest will save you thousands in tuition, so I was happy with my decision to pay for a few hours of tutoring. Even if this…

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AcesCracked2

LSAT 172 · GPA 4.00 · 2022–23 cycle

Attending University of Texas at Austin

…being the president of a club and participating in student government. Alongside my studies, I also took up some minor political internships. After graduating, I spent two years working. One year was in a regular minimum-wage job, while the other was in a unique industry. It’s worth noting that this is my second…

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YouJustGotLittUp

LSAT 176 · GPA 3.55 · 2023–24 cycle

Attending University of Texas at Austin

LSAT Do not sign up for an official test if your PT scores are not consistently in your goal range. I made this mistake three times. Cold Diagnostic December 2022: 152 September 2023 LSAT 176 **GPA: I was six years removed from college when I decided to apply to law school, so there wasn’t much I could do in this…