How to Prepare for and Practice the LSAT Exam for Free

The LSAT exam is only the first step to a law career, but it’s one that requires a lot of focus and mental work. Also, the preparation for the test can be quite costly, which will put a strain on most candidates’ budget. 

Still, if you are determined to become a lawyer and change the world, there are ways to keep expenses to a minimum without lowering the quality of your preparation. It may be a bit more difficult, but you should get used to adversity. After all, the law niche is not known for its nice side.  

Below, there are a few ways to make sure you unleash the full potential of your brain without spending thousands of dollars on tutors and resources. 

Do Your Research

I can’t stress this enough – knowing how to do proper research is one of the most valuable skills a law school candidate can have. In all fairness, it applies to all fields of study, but since we’re talking about the LSAT, I will limit the range to law school candidates.  

Good to know: the best-prepared students are not the ones who took expensive tutoring, but the ones who started early. 

LSAT preparation requires a good strategy, and this takes time to develop. 

First, you need to understand the exam’s structure and prepare for each section separately. In addition, it’s crucial to identify your weak and strong points and work on improving your skills accordingly. Luckily, you can take a free practice test (as many times as you need), which is the perfect way to dive deep into the LSAT experience and identify your weakness. 

Once you know your weaknesses and strengths, it’s time to start looking for online classes, resources, and any other tools that can help without breaking your budget.

Online vs. In-Person Classes

Online tutoring is less expensive than an in-person class. Many prestigious organizations, such as Khan Academy or The Princeton Review, offer online courses with valuable resources. 

True, online classes are not for everyone. But, if you’re used to studying on your own, it can be the ideal solution. Not to mention, you can study according to your schedule, from any location you want. 

In fact, Khan Academy is currently offering free LSAT prep for all. This program is designed as a marketing tool (to lure you in towards paid classes), but it can be useful for candidates on a budget.  

Self-Study with Some Specialized Guidance

Law school is not free, but this doesn’t mean you’ll always have someone pushing you to learn! So why not prepare for the future by studying for the LSAT on your own? 

Besides access to preparation sessions that are 100% designed to fit your needs, you’ll also build self-discipline and improve focus. As you dive deeper into the materials, it will become easier to understand your weaknesses and work on them on your terms. 

Now, you may also need some specialized help (which is more than recommended). In this case, it’s a good idea to hire a private tutor on an hourly basis. This way, you can prepare a set of questions and issues, and discuss them, on-point, with a specialist. 

This strategy will save you both money and time!

It’s not Impossible

As you can see, there are options for law school candidates who don’t want to spend too much on LSAT preparation. You just need to do your research. And learn how to study on your own, with as little guidance as possible. 

However, you also need to make sure you take breaks from hyper-focused study sessions. The brain needs some time off, and so does your body. Otherwise, you are in for a spectacular crash, especially after law school starts!