Thinking LSAT

A viewer writes in asking about their chances at the T14 while being a super splitter. They explain their work history includes founding a multimillion dollar healthcare business. Ben and Nathan ask if the viewer really wants to pursue law school given their entrepreneurial success. If they do, they should focus on maximizing their LSAT. Also in this episode - A question on the “soft” side of appl...

The updated rankings for law schools have dropped! Ben and Nathan discuss the changes, the schools that refused to participate, and what applicants should actually focus on when choosing a law school to attend. Also in this episode - Law school marketing emails wishing students good luck on the LSAT - Whether to drop a class and graduate late to preserve their GPA - Another Personal Statement Gong...

Ben and Nathan react to two stories: California pushing to require AI training in law schools, and Oklahoma's surprisingly hands-off approach to AI in the courtroom. They discuss AI’s growing role in the legal field and why Oklahoma’s simple rule, use it however you want, just own every word, might be the smartest policy. Also in this episode - A viewer performing differently between timed section...

A listener asks how to negotiate scholarships, especially when schools claim they don’t negotiate. Ben and Nathan advise always asking for more and using competing offers as leverage.  But, they stress the importance of being ready to walk away from an offer that doesn’t meet your needs. Also in this episode - Handling burnout from LSAT studying  - A logical reasoning question about a mushroom all...

A listener asks whether they should include their experience as a professional poker player in their application materials. Ben and Nathan advise that they should. Pursuing something at a professional level demonstrates a meaningful commitment and a proven ability. Also in this episode: - A law school with an endless amount of fees - Whether you should attend an online law program - When condition...

A listener asks whether they should quit their job to focus on LSAT study and law school applications. Ben and Nathan explain that there’s only so much productive studying you can do in a day and recommend keeping the job. Also in this episode: - Ben and Nathan poke fun at a New York Times article on homeownership with a clear flaw - How to break out of a stuck practice test range - Whether it mak...

Nathan and Ben react to WashU offering a new institutional loan to help students cover tuition beyond federal loan limits. They argue that chasing a prestigious name isn't worth it if you have to borrow heavily to get there. Also in this episode: - Ben and Nathan roast a poorly written Wall Street Journal headline - Whether highlighting and note-taking actually helps on the LSAT - An engineering g...

A listener asks about alleged changes to Logical Reasoning that an LSAT YouTuber has reported. Ben and Nathan push back, maintaining that the test hasn’t meaningfully changed and that the so-called “new” question types have been around for years. Also in this episode: - A listener successfully secures a GPA change on their transcript. - Whether to use a letter of recommendation from a university p...

LSAC announces that upcoming LSAT administrations will return primarily to in-person testing. Ben and Nathan discuss the shift away from remote testing and what it means for test takers. Also in this episode: - How to approach a final LSAT attempt - Cooley Law offers a scholarship for attending a meet and greet with the dean - How much time to spend studying each day Study with our Free Plan⁠ ⁠Dow...

Reagan writes in after following Ben and Nathan’s advice from a previous episode to retake the LSAT and reapply. She shares her success story, including multiple full-ride offers and additional stipends. Also in this episode: - How an older applicant can best prepare. - A student gets waitlisted…for the waitlist. - The guys react to Nathan’s nephew’s argumentative essay. Study with our Free Plan⁠...

Ben and Nathan react to Harvard considering A+ grades in response to grade inflation. They discuss how grading practices have changed and what could meaningfully change the system.  Also in this episode - Demon students share their January LSAT results - How to choose between a regional school and a top-ranked school - A listener asks about attending a non-ABA accredited law school New York Times...

A listener wonders if another LSAT retake will improve her chances at her dream law school. Ben and Nathan explain why retaking may not help when she’s already above the school’s 75th percentile, and why affordability should matter more than rank. Also in this episode - Ben and Nathan dunk on a law school offering a mystery "commemorative gift” in exchange for a binding commitment - A listener wri...

On the January LSAT, some test-takers noticed their RC section lacked a comparative reading passage. LSAC had quietly updated the test to allow zero to one comparative passages per RC section. Ben and Nathan explain why this change should have no impact on test-takers. Also in this episode - Florida ends the ABA’s status as the state’s sole law school accreditor - A viewer writes in to share their...

After each test administration, a group of Demon users leave the platform and share their parting advice. Ben and Nathan dive into a selection of insights from these departing users. Also in this episode - A viewer asks whether to skip questions - A listener asks if it’s better to move on from time-consuming questions - How much students can expect from stipends Study with our Free Plan⁠ ⁠Download...

A viewer asks whether to register for the LSAT while their scores are still improving. Ben and Nathan advise the student to sign up if they are happy with their scores but continue to study as they still have room to improve. Also in this episode - How to handle studying on “difficult” days - Whether to accept a conditional scholarship or keep studying for a higher score - Another contestant on th...

A student writes in asking whether they should focus on studying for the LSAT while having a low GPA. Ben and Nathan advise them to prioritize focusing on earning the best possible grades before beginning LSAT prep. Also in this episode: - A question about choosing between law schools with a $15,000 difference - Advice a student received from another prep company - When to send a letter of continu...

The ABA has released new 509 data revealing how LSAT and GPA medians have shifted over the past year, along with updated data into how schools are distributing scholarships. Ben and Nathan break down the numbers and react to several schools that have made significant changes. Also in this episode: - How to handle LSAT questions you’ve seen before - The Arkansas Supreme Court allows lawyers to use...

The internet is full of opinions, and not all of them are kind. This week, Ben and Nathan dig into a reddit thread, reacting to some of the tougher criticisms aimed at the Demon and our co-hosts. Also in this episode: - Ben and Nathan react to Washington’s decision to retroactively lower its bar passage score - A listener asks whether applying Early Decision makes sense for top law schools - Wheth...

The FTC submitted a letter to the Texas Supreme Court supporting its decision to drop the ABA as the state’s official accreditor. Ben and Nathan agree that the ABA has been slow to modernize and often lags behind student needs, but they don’t fully align with the FTC’s reasoning.  Also in this episode: - A listener asks whether to choose a part-time or full-time law program. - Whether to cancel an...

Ben and Nathan dig into a striking chart showing dozens of schools clustering their LSAT medians at 150 and 160, while almost nobody reports 149 or 159. They break down why schools chase these round-number medians, how it leads to irrational admissions behavior, and what it means for applicants trying to play the rankings game. Also in this episode: - How applying without a GPA can affect your adm...

A listener writes in asking how to handle the pressure of their final official LSAT attempt. Ben and Nathan remind them that their highest score on record, a 165, is already strong enough for full scholarships at many law schools. They encourage the listener to let go of perfectionism, be comfortable with not finishing a section, and approach test day expecting  incremental improvement. Also in th...

A listener writes in after a disappointing first round of scholarship offers. Ben and Nathan explain that initial offers are rarely a school’s best, they’re just the starting point. They reassure the listener that more and better offers are still on the way. Also in this episode: - Whether taking the January LSAT is too late to apply this cycle - Questions about Harvard’s Junior Deferral Program -...

A listener writes in asking whether they should retake a 173, worried that a future attempt could be lower. Ben and Nathan explain why they should be willing to use all four remaining attempts: law schools only care about your highest score, and every point, especially for higher scores, can turn into thousands of dollars.  Also in this episode: - When applicants can expect scholarship responses f...

When LSAC accused a student of cheating, claiming his score jump had “Powerball odds,” Ben and Nathan dig into the details. They break down LSAC’s vague statistical claims and explain why big score increases are both possible and common for serious students. They also urge the student to document their prep to show clear evidence of progress. Also in this episode: Early 1L and 2L law firm hiring t...

Since the October score release, there's been some online chatter claiming the October LSAT was unusually difficult. Nathan and Ben respond to one student's concerns by pointing to numerous Demon students who crushed the LSAT this month. They remind listeners that every test administration sparks the same rumors, but the LSAT remains consistent from one test to the next. That consistency s...