The Law School Admissions Test (LSAT) is required by most law schools as part of the admission process (a growing number also accept the GRE). Your LSAT score is a key component of law school applications.

LSAT Quick Facts

LSAT Test Dates or visit LSAC.org 
LSAT Length approximately 3 hours
LSAT Sections
  • Logical Reasoning
  • Reading Comprehension
  • LSAT Argumentative Writing
LSAT Cost $248, but there are other fees too. See below for more detail.
LSAT Score Range 120–180
LSAT Average Score 152

What is the LSAT?

The LSAT is an entrance exam required for admission to most law schools. It is a multiple-choice digital test that is administered by the Law School Admission Council (LSAC). 

Law schools consider your LSAT score along with the other components of your law school application: your GPA, the Credential Assembly Service  application, letters of recommendation, and your personal statement. At many law schools, your LSAT score is weighted just as heavily (or even more heavily than) your undergraduate GPA. Overall, the higher you score on the LSAT the more options for attending law school will be available to you.

Some law schools are accepting (or are considering accepting) GRE scores in lieu of LSAT scores.

When should I take the LSAT?

The LSAT is offered multiple times a year. Schedule your LSAT test early enough that your scores will be available by your first law school application deadline. You can confirm each law program's admission policies in our law school profiles. Keep in mind that many law schools accept students on a rolling basis, so the earlier you can submit a complete application, the better.

What is on the LSAT?

The LSAT multiple-choice sections:

  • Logical Reasoning (also known as Arguments)
  • Reading Comprehension
Separate writing requirement:
  • LSAT Argumentative Writing (unscored) 

The LSAT consists of four 35-minute sections of multiple-choice questions:
Two scored Logical Reasoning sections and one scored Reading Comprehension section, plus one unscored section of either LR or RC. In addition, there is an unscored writing sample requirement (LSAT Argumentative Writing) that is given separately online.

How long is the LSAT?

The LSAT is approximately 3 hours long and consists of four 35-minute sections of multiple-choice questions with a 10-minute break.

How is the LSAT scored?

The LSAT is scored on a scale of 120 to 180 points. Because most top law schools average multiple LSAT scores, it's best to prepare as thoroughly as possible and only take the test once. Check out our guide to LSAT scores .

How do I register for the LSAT?

LSAT registration deadlines are typically one month before the LSAT test date. You can register online at lsac.org.

What fees are associated with the LSAT?

It costs $248 to take the LSAT. In addition, subscription to the Credential Assembly Service (CAS) is required for application for most law schools. This subscription costs $215 and score reports are $45 each. Waiver forms for the LSAT and CAS fees are available through LSAC and can be downloaded from the LSAC website.

How can I prepare for the LSAT?

We can help. We have LSAT prep solutions  for every student and every budget.