What items are prohibited on the LSAC?

Are pencils allowed on the LSAT?

#2 or HB Pencils

Pencils aren't listed as a requirement for the LSAT, but you can't take the test without them if it's a paper exam. Even if the exam is administered digitally, as the majority of LSATs are nowadays, you should still bring some pencils with you.

Can I have a water bottle during LSAT?

Am I allowed to have a drink in my testing area while taking the LSAT? Remote test takers can have a beverage in a clear/transparent container. Candidates testing in a center can have water only, in a clear/transparent container with a lid or cap.

Can I bring snacks to the LSAT?

Test takers are only permitted to access food during an authorized break such as the 10-minute intermission. No food is permitted on the desktop during the administration of the test, unless you have an approved disability-related testing accommodation.

Are you allowed scrap paper on the LSAT?

You can use six pieces of scrap paper on the multiple-choice portion of the LSAT. Scrap paper is not allowed on LSAT Writing. Your proctor will need to inspect your scrap paper before you begin the test.

LSAT-Flex Prohibited Items

Can you wear earplugs on the LSAT?

Please note: Unless a specified accommodation has been granted, test takers cannot wear headphones, earbuds, or anything similar that is not a soft, non-electronic, non-corded/banded, generic foam ear plug.

Can I use earplugs during 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 chew gum during my LSAT?

Good news, too, since gum isn't explicitly prohibited under your LSAT candidate agreement! Part of the study addressed whether chewing gum would improve concentration. Researchers asked participants to chew gum while listening to a random list of single-digit numbers.

Can I bring coffee to LSAT?

According to the LSAC regulations issued in March 2007, a beverage in a plastic container or juice box (20 oz./591 ml maximum size) and a snack (for break only) are allowed.

Can you take a bathroom break during the LSAT?

During the 10-minute intermission, you can leave your testing area to have a snack or use the restroom. If you're testing in person, you'll be given a locker to store personal items while you're testing. You can access the locker during the intermission, but you may not use your phone during the break.

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 you wear a watch during the LSAT?

Prohibited or Unusable Items

The prohibited items that seem to trip up students the most are the following: Any Kind of Timers. Yes, that includes silent timers. The only way you can tell time during the test is an analog watch, the clock in the testing room, and the timer display on the tablet.

Can you bring a highlighter to the LSAT?

No, you are not allowed to bring highlighters for the paper-and-pencil LSAT. You will be given number two pencils and scratch paper at the test center, which can be used while taking the LSAT.

Do schools actually look at LSAT writing?

There's a chance that your LSAT essay just may go totally unread. LSAT writing samples are rarely used to evaluate law school candidates, so no matter how well or poorly you did, this exercise will most likely not affect your admissions chances.

What can I bring with me to the LSAT?

How many sheets of paper are allowed on the LSAT?

The short answer is yes, you can use up to five pieces of scratch paper on the LSAT. Here is a list of other items you are allowed to bring on test day: Five blank sheets of paper (lined, unlined or graphed) A valid government-issued ID.

Can I get a 160 on the LSAT without studying?

The LSAT is scored on a 120-180 scale.

From our independent research, we've found that students who take the LSAT without studying achieve scores between 145 and 153.

Can I get a 165 on the LSAT?

You will take a three section LSAT on test day. On a four section LSAT, you can miss roughly 18 questions and get a 165.

What should I do the night before my LSAT?

If you truly want to maximize your LSAT score, you will need to relax your mind and body before the exam. Chat with friends on the phone, watch a fun movie, or take a relaxing bath. In short, spend the evening recharging in whatever way works best for you.

Can you use your phone during LSAT break?

You may not access any electronic devices, such as a mobile phone, during the intermission unless you have an LSAC-approved testing accommodation that permits use of the specific device.

Is cheating on the LSAT illegal?

The Law School Admission Council has established procedures for dealing with instances of possible candidate misconduct or irregularities on the LSAT or in the law school admission process. Misconduct or irregularity in the admission process is a serious offense with serious consequences.

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 take LSAT writing in my bedroom?

You can take LSAT Writing at home, or in another quiet, well-lit, private space. and supervised by ProctorU. This portion of the LSAT can be taken on-demand and is only administered online using secure proctoring software that you'll install on your computer.

Can you get LSAT accommodations for anxiety?

For psychiatric conditions (e.g., Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Depression, Panic Disorder, PTSD, etc.…), the most common testing accommodations are: 50% extended time on all sections. Private testing room. Stop/ Start breaks (as needed)

Can I get extra time on the LSAT if I have anxiety?

Other accommodations may be allowed during the LSAT upon request, after careful review and approval, such as: Extended testing time. Additional breaks or stop/start breaks as needed. Permission to sit, stand, read, or speak aloud during testing.