What can be in the room when I take the LSAT?

You may not test in a room where there are tablets, laptops, or additional computers not being used to take the test. Your workspace must be at a table or desk with a chair. Make sure the door is closed and positioned behind you so that it is visible to your proctor.

Can there be a TV in the room I take the LSAT in?

If you are testing in a room with large electronic devices that cannot be moved, such as a TV, you will need to cover it with a blanket or towel. Please visit the Getting Ready for Your LSAT Exam page on our website for more information about items that are prohibited while taking the remotely proctored LSAT.

Are you allowed to go to the bathroom during the LSAT?

LSAT test takers are given one 10-minute intermission, and during this time, test takers are welcome to use the restroom. If you need to use the restroom more often than this due to a medical condition, you can apply for accommodations through your LSAC JD account to take more frequent breaks while testing.

What materials can I have for the LSAT?

What items are prohibited on the LSAT?

Tablets, laptops, and personal computers not being used to take LSAT Writing are prohibited. Timers of any kind, electronic cigarettes, fitness-tracking devices, watches of any kind, mobile phones, beepers, pagers, personal digital assistants (PDAs), calculators, cameras, recording devices.

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Can I take the LSAT in my bedroom?

To take the LSAT remotely, you'll need: A quiet, well-lit, private work area within a fully enclosed room (no transparent/glass walls or doors), where you can complete the test without interruption. A hard work surface, such as a desk or table, and a chair.

Can I have a water bottle during the LSAT?

Am I allowed to bring a water bottle if I take the LSAT at a test center? Candidates testing in a center can bring water in a clear/transparent container with a lid or cap. No other beverages are allowed. Note that all labels must be removed, and the container is subject to inspection.

Can I wear earplugs during the LSAT?

You can't use scratch paper during LSAT Writing (unless you received an accommodation allowing you to do so). You're allowed to have: Soft foam earplugs (non-electronic, non-corded/banded, and generic foam earplugs)

Can I wear jewelry during LSAT?

Jewelry outside of wedding and engagement rings is prohibited. Please do not wear other jewelry to the test center. Hair accessories and ties are subject to inspection.

Can I bring a bag to the LSAT?

Make sure you have received your LSAT admission ticket from LSAC. Double-check the information on the admission ticket for accuracy. Since backpacks are not allowed in the testing center, put together a plastic Zip-Lock bag with everything you plan to bring (see the list below).

Can I whisper during the LSAT?

Talking aloud: Unless you have an accommodation, talking or whispering aloud during the exam is not permitted. Being out of camera view: Your face, chin to forehead, needs to be in the camera view at all times. Anyone entering your testing area: You may not have anyone else in your testing location with you.

Can I leave the room during LSAT break?

The LSAT will include a 10-minute intermission between the second and third sections. During the intermission, you can leave your testing area to have a snack or use the restroom. Possession of electronic devices, such as cell phones, is prohibited during the intermission and will result in termination of your test.

What if I have to pee during the LSAT?

Between the second and third sections, test takers are provided a 10-minute intermission. The intermission will be your opportunity to take a quick pause, use the restroom, perhaps eat or drink something or stretch your legs, but you must continue to follow the rules and not engage in any prohibited behaviors.

Will a 180 LSAT get you in anywhere?

Here is a breakdown of what counts as a good enough score for law schools based on the school's rank: Top-five law schools: 170 to 180. Schools like Harvard and Yale, which are the top two, rarely accept applicants with less than 172 on the LSAT. Law schools ranked between 5 and 10: 165 to 170.

Is it better to take the LSAT in person or online?

For most people, taking the LSAT at home is more convenient than driving to a test center. Ask anyone who had to take the LSAT before 2020 whether driving to a testing center and a lengthy check-in process contributed to their test-day stress. The at-home test eliminates these annoyances.

Do you get scratch paper on the LSAT?

Please note that scratch paper is not allowed for taking LSAT Writing. If you're testing at a test center, scratch paper will be provided prior to the start of the test.

Can you write things down during the LSAT?

Unlike the multiple-choice portion of the LSAT, physical scratch paper and writing utensils are not permitted during the standard administration of LSAT Writing.

What LSAT score do I need for Harvard?

Your odds of getting into any of the T14 Law Schools, Harvard included, will be much higher if you score over 170 (out of 180) on the LSATs. Harvard's median LSAT score of entering students is 174, with the lower 25th percentile being 170 and upper 75th percentile being 176.

Is there a dress code for the LSAT?

Protip: Wear casual, comfortable clothing. Your favorite t-shirt, sweatshirt, jeans, and sneakers work well. If you're a girl (or like to dress like one), you can also go the Juicy sweatpants route. You don't know whether the test center will be hot or cold, so layers are a good idea.

Is a 137 on the LSAT bad?

So, what constitutes a “low” LSAT score? The LSAT is scored from 120-180, and an average score is about 150.

What not to do when studying for the LSAT?

Can you talk to yourself while taking the LSAT?

(For in-person LSAT administrations, proctors might be able to distinguish talking softly to oneself from a potential security issue, like whispering to another test-taker, and allow more leeway.)

Can I use my passport for the LSAT?

Common forms of acceptable identification include (but are not limited to): Passport book. Driver's license. State- or province-issued ID card issued in the United States of America, a U.S. Territory, or Canada.

Can you do well on the LSAT without studying?

The LSAT is a notoriously difficult exam that evaluates logic and critical thinking skills rather than content knowledge or fact memorization. The average LSAT score without studying ranges from 135 to 145, well below the median at 151 in the 50th percentile.

Do you need a camera for LSAT?

How can I complete a room scan for the remotely proctored LSAT with a desktop computer? If you have a removeable webcam on your desktop, you can use this device to show your room. If you don't, your proctor may ask you to show your room using the camera on your smartphone or a mirror before you begin the exam.