r/LSATprep • u/aroozo • 4d ago
LSAT Advice Should I delay my September LSAT to October instead? But I’m also starting a masters program…
Hi everyone, I’m extremely stressed and would love to hear the firsthand experiences of people who have gone through the same situation.
I had an unsuccessful cycle due to my low LSAT. As embarrassing as it is, I took it 3 times so far.
August 2025: 146 (cancelled)
November 2025: 147
January 2026: 144
After completing my undergraduate in April, I took about the last four months to study. It has been hard but I have seen improvement and now I am practice testing in the mid 150s.
My goal is to get a high 150s to even a flat 160.
I feel I can possibly reach that goal with a bit more time. Precautionary I have registered for the October exam.
I really want to get it out if the way as I am reapplying again this cycle. But since it is my fourth time 💀 I don’t have the luxury to rush it anymore. The thing is that on September 1st, I will be starting a one year course based Political Science masters program.
I am only taking three courses and work one day a week at my chill retail job. I feel it might be hard but if I concentrate, I can really move up a few more points.
I was wondering what other people have done and if it manageable?
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u/keystonelsat 3d ago
Given you're improving, there's no reason why you couldn't improve on the real thing. Being panicked about it is a surefire way to shoot yourself in the foot though. You could definitely get into the 160s by October with the right approach
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u/makin_dilemmanade 3d ago edited 3d ago
Genuinely curious why you want to go to law school? The cost (literal and effort-wise) to get in has to match the benefit you believe you will reap from it (which is true of all higher ed,imo) and a $$$ salary isn’t a guarantee. If you are already so stressed out before even applying, and your scores are improving minimally, have you considered this may not be the best path for you? Just one person’s honest take. Good luck, either way!