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LSAT strategy, admissions and law school decisions, written by the people who teach the course. 42 posts and counting.
Why Take an LSAT Practice Test?
A full practice test answers two questions: where you stand, and whether your skills hold up across the whole LSAT. It is also the slowest way to learn, so it should not be most of your prep. Here is how to use tests without letting them replace the work that actually raises your score.
If You're Starting the LSAT in March for Fall 2027, You're Not Early. You're Late.
Most people think March is early for a Fall 2027 law school start. It's not. Here's why you need a 6-month runway, multiple LSAT attempts, and a September 1 application target.
Why We Advise Students Not to Study by Question Type
Question-type drilling feels productive but the learning science says otherwise. Interleaved practice outperforms blocked practice for durable learning—and the LSAT is a mixed test, not a sorted one.
Is the LSAT Getting Harder or Easier? Score Inflation, Accommodations, and the Post-Logic-Games Era
The LSAT got simpler on paper—Logic Games is gone. But the scoreboard got more brutal. More high scores, more accommodations, and a crowded top end mean the competition is fiercer than ever.
LSAT In-Person 2026: Everything You Need to Know (Dates, Locations, What to Expect)
Starting August 2026, LSAC is moving the LSAT to in-person Prometric test centers. The content isn't changing, but the logistics are. Here's everything you need to know to plan ahead.
The Real Definition of a "Good" LSAT Score: It's Not Admission, It's Scholarships
A good LSAT score is not one that gets you into law school. It's one that forces law schools to pay you to attend. Admission is easy. Leverage is not.
The Optimal Law School Timeline (If You're Serious)
If you want to go to law school, you should be thinking about your LSAT almost two years before you enroll. Strong outcomes come from margin, not rushed timelines. Here's what that looks like.
Most People Don't Study for the LSAT (They Perform Study): How to Stop Doing Fake Work
Highlighting, note-taking, and watching videos feels like LSAT prep. It's not. Real study is doing questions, reviewing mistakes, and repeating. Here's how to stop orbiting the test and start training for it.
The Slot Machine LSAT Taker: Why Repeating the Test Without Changing Anything Is Self-Sabotage
Taking the LSAT over and over without changing your prep is not perseverance—it's slot machine behavior. Unchanged habits produce unchanged results. Here's how to break the cycle.
Should You Retake the LSAT? The Only Framework That Matters
Every LSAT student asks "should I retake?" The answer is simple: retake if you have more points in you and those points meaningfully change your outcomes. Everything else is commentary.
LSAC Is Moving Back to In-Person Testing: What It Means for Your LSAT Prep
LSAC just announced a return to in-person testing. The content isn't changing and your study strategy stays the same. Here's why they're doing it and what it actually means for you.
Night Law School Might Be the Smartest Move You're Not Considering
Most people think law school is one path: full time, three years, debt. Night programs fix the two biggest problems—tuition and lost income—and often produce more disciplined students.
Why Most LSAT Studying Doesn't Work: Comfortable Prep vs Effective Prep
Most LSAT students are not lazy. They study for months and still score in the 140s or low 150s. The problem is not effort—it's that comfortable prep feels productive while effective prep actually builds skill.
Financial Darwinism in Law School Admissions: The Two Paths That Actually Make Sense
There are exactly two law school paths that make financial sense: high debt with high income, or low debt with moderate income. Everything else is a trap. The LSAT determines which path is available to you.
The "Unload the Clip" Strategy: Why One-and-Done LSAT Plans Are a Financial Mistake
Taking the LSAT once is not disciplined—it's gambling. Your score fluctuates by several points naturally. Multiple attempts let probability work in your favor, and schools only care about your highest score.
Your Writing Quality Predicts Your LSAT Score (and How to Fix It Fast)
Sloppy writing signals sloppy thinking—and the LSAT punishes sloppy thinking harder than almost any other test. Here's why precision with language is the hidden key to higher scores.
Stop Calling the LSAT Stupid: The Mindset Shift That Actually Raises Scores
Calling the LSAT stupid sounds harmless. It's not. That mindset quietly poisons your prep. Here's why reframing the test as an opportunity—not an obstacle—changes everything.
The LSAT Is Primarily a Reading Test, Not a Logic Test
The biggest misconception in LSAT prep is that the exam is about advanced logic. It's not. The LSAT rewards precise reading under time pressure—and most mistakes are comprehension failures, not logic failures.
The Hey Future Lawyer Logical Reasoning Challenge
The Logical Reasoning Challenge trains consistency and accuracy by challenging you to answer 10 LR questions correctly in a row using adaptive drilling.
The Hey Future Lawyer Reading Comp Challenge
The Reading Comp Challenge trains accurate reading by challenging you to complete a Reading Comprehension passage with 100% accuracy.
How to Use Our LSAT Curriculum (And When to Skip It)
Our curriculum is about nine hours long and covers everything you need to get started on the LSAT. It's an orientation, not a prerequisite—here's how to use it without wasting time.
How to Do an LSAT Section as Daily Review
Doing a full LSAT section daily builds real skill—if you focus on accuracy over finishing. Learn the step-by-step routine: timed practice, accuracy benchmarks, and intelligent review using Rewind Review.
How to Use Our Law School Pages to Make Smarter Admissions and Financial Decisions
Every ABA-accredited law school publishes admissions, employment, and financial data—but it's buried in hard-to-read reports. Our law school pages organize this public data into a format that's easier to understand, compare, and use when making real decisions.
Why U.S. News law school rankings are an imperfect proxy for outcomes
U.S. News rankings mix reputation surveys, bar passage, and broad employment metrics—not the specific elite outcomes most applicants actually care about. That's why we built our Outcomes page: a clean, outcomes-first comparison using ABA data on BigLaw and federal clerkship placement.
How to Use the Hey Future Lawyer Law School ROI Calculator
Picking a law school should not simply be "Where can I get in?" It should also include "What am I paying, and what am I realistically getting back?"
How the Law School Admissions Calculator Actually Works: A Technical Deep Dive
A detailed look under the hood at the algorithm powering our law school admissions predictions—including the formulas, tier-based weighting, splitter handling, and why acceptance rate (not median stats) is the true anchor.
Law School Admissions Calculator: How to Use It Step by Step
Learn how to use the Hey Future Lawyer Law School Admissions Calculator to estimate your chances at 191 law schools using your LSAT and GPA. Understand why admissions is so numbers-driven and how to build a smarter school list.
How to Study for the LSAT: A Beginner's Step-by-Step Study Plan
A complete guide for LSAT beginners covering diagnostic tests, active vs passive studying, timing strategies, and how to build an effective study plan from day one.
When Should You Take the LSAT? Here’s the Real Answer.
You don’t need to hit your LSAT goal score every time before registering. If you’ve hit it once, it’s time to take the real test. Here’s why consistency is overrated—and what to do instead.
Don’t Wait to Review: The One Habit That Separates Top LSAT Scorers
Delaying your LSAT review? That’s a huge mistake. Find out why immediate review is critical—and how to build the perfect LSAT study routine.
The Ultimate 5-Month LSAT Prep Timeline Before Law School Applications
Five months until applications open? Here’s your no-fluff LSAT game plan—what to do each month to stay on track and hit your target score.
How to Master LSAT Parallel Reasoning Questions
Parallel reasoning questions feel time-consuming, but focusing on structure—not wording—makes them easier. Learn the quick tricks to solve them faster.
The Biggest LSAT Study Mistake: Why You’re Not Doing Enough Questions
Most LSAT students waste time on theory instead of real practice. Learn why answering actual LSAT questions from Day 1 is the fastest way to boost your score.
Big Law vs. Public Service—What LSAT Takers Need to Know
Explore the core differences between Big Law and public service to guide your law school decisions. Learn how LSAT scores, salary prospects, and personal goals all fit together.
How Active Reading Outperforms Memorizing Question Types
Memorizing LSAT question types isn’t enough. Learn how active reading and true comprehension lead to higher scores and greater confidence.
The Power of Early Law School Applications
Early LSAT scores and applications can lead to bigger scholarships and better admissions odds. Learn how timing influences law school decisions.
Accommodations on the LSAT: What You Need to Know
Accommodations can significantly boost your LSAT score. From extended time to documentation tips, find out how to secure a fair testing advantage.
Why the LSAT Is Primarily a Reading Test
Success on the LSAT isn’t about complex logic—it’s about mastering precise reading. Learn how to boost your score by focusing on comprehension over formulas.
Daily LSAT Study: Consistency Beats Cramming
Say goodbye to marathon study days. A consistent daily routine of focused LSAT practice delivers stronger results than last-minute cramming.
The LSAT Isn’t About “Logic” the Way You Think
Reading, not formulaic logic, is the game-changer for LSAT success. Discover how a strong focus on comprehension can transform your score.
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