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Application Deadlines Don't Matter (Ep. 428)
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Don’t ask when applications close. Ask when they open. Applying at the last minute is a surefire way to overpay for law school. Read more on our web...
An Unexpected Rejection (Ep. 427)
07 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As a URM with great stats, listener Kay was surprised to be rejected from Harvard. What did Kay do wrong on their application? Ben and Nathan remind l...
Multiple Majors (Ep. 426)
05 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Nathan and Ben warn listener James against biting off more than he can chew in undergrad. Multiple majors are unnecessary. Just pick one that interest...
Stop Stressing Out About Your Personal Statement (Ep. 425)
04 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Listener Robert worries that he’s lived an unremarkable life and can’t pick an interesting topic for his personal statement. Ben and Nathan tell R...
Harvard 1L, with Dylan Horwitz (Ep. 424)
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Erik is joined by former LSAT Demon team member and current Harvard 1L Dylan Horwitz. Dylan talks about overcoming imposter syndrome and finding a sup...
Update: Listen to LSAC* (Ep. 423)
02 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In light of new information, the guys correct their advice from Episode 418. Law school applicants should expect to submit all of their undergraduate ...
January LSAT Score Release (Ep. 422)
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Scores from the January 2023 LSAT were released today. The guys discuss what to do if you scored lower than expected. Read more on our website! ...
LSAC GPA Conversion (Ep. 421)
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Nathan confirm that LSAC GPAs max out at 4.33, not 4.0. The guys recommend asking your college to include A+ grades on your transcript. Read m...
Accuracy Beats Speed (Ep. 420)
29 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Listener Owen affirms the Demon mantra of accuracy over speed. On his latest RC timed section, Owen turned off the clock, slowed down, and improved hi...
Undergrad Reputation (Ep. 419)
28 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Listener Leah asks how the reputation of her undergraduate institution might impact her applications. Can she still get a full ride from a top law sch...
Listen to LSAC (Ep. 418)
27 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In regards to a dispute over which undergrad transcripts must be sent to LSAC, Ben and Nathan tell listener M to listen to LSAC. Read more on our webs...
Professional Letters of Recommendation (Ep. 417)
26 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Nathan advise an anonymous listener with no academic referrers on how to get professional letters of recommendation. The guys also recommend R...
Don't Statsturbate (Ep. 416)
25 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Nathan and Ben review an exit survey from a departing LSAT Demon student who’d like a review page that focuses on question types. The guys warn stud...
High Stats vs. Strong Softs (Ep. 415)
24 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Who will be the more successful applicant: someone with higher LSAT and GPA, or someone with a better personal statement and resume? Ben and Nathan th...
Studying with Accommodations (Ep. 414)
22 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
An anonymous listener anticipates receiving accommodations, but they ask whether they should still take their practice tests with standard 35-minute s...
New LSAT Dates for 2023–2024 | LSAT Demon Daily, Ep. 413
21 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Nathan share the newly announced test dates for 2023–2024 and describe how savvy applicants can take the LSAT five times in a single year. R...
Was My Practice Test a Fluke? (Ep. 412)
20 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Nathan and Ben assure an anonymous listener that their recent practice test score was not a fluke. The guys encourage Anonymous to believe that they’...
The Soft Benefits of Law School (Ep. 411)
19 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Listener Hodari wonders if law school provides any soft benefits for careers that don’t require a J.D. Ben and Nathan think that law school can impr...
From 153 to 174: Kevin's LSAT Success Story (Ep. 410)
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Demon teacher Kevin Kissinger joins Erik to share his LSAT success story. Kevin raised his LSAT score from 153 to 175 after three years of study and s...
Overcoming a Low GPA (Ep. 409)
17 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Listener Kelly asks if there’s hope for a law school applicant with a 2.9 GPA. Nathan and Ben answer simply: yes, as long as you crush the LSAT. Rea...
Improving Self-Confidence (Ep. 408)
15 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Despite scoring 175 on a recent practice test, listener Ed doubts that he can reliably score above 170 due to test anxiety and second-guessing his ans...
Scholarships for Part-Time Programs (Ep. 407)
14 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Listener Lauren worries that part-time students at two of her target schools don’t receive the same scholarship offers as full-time students. Nathan...
Soft Factors Are Soft (Ep. 406)
13 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Listener Joe wonders whether his career as a police officer is a point in his favor on law school applications. Ben and Nathan encourage Joe to focus ...
Should I Read Books to Improve on RC? (Ep. 405)
12 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
An anonymous listener asks a series of questions—among them, whether reading books will improve your skills in LSAT Reading Comprehension. Ben and N...
Online J.D. at St. Mary's Law (Ep. 404)
11 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Demon student and current 1L Jacque Gurley joins Matt to share her experience at St. Mary’s University’s online pilot program, the first ever full...
From the Cannabis Industry to Law School (Ep. 403)
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
An anonymous listener hesitates to mention their career in the cannabis industry on their applications. Will law schools look down on that work? Ben a...
LSAT Demon Daily Digest (Episodes 398–402)
08 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
0:15 - Predict the Answer by Attacking the Argument 8:08 - From 152 to 170: Chris’s LSAT Success Story 33:04 - On Reading Comprehension, They’re A...
Guessing Strategy (There Isn't One) | LSAT Demon Daily, Ep. 402
07 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
An anonymous listener proposes a strategy for guessing between two answers. Nathan and Ben discourage any kind of guessing strategy—keep working on ...
Diversity Statements and the URM Bump (Ep. 401)
06 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Listener Nico suggests that only applicants who write a diversity statement benefit from a URM bump. Nathan and Ben disagree, since a diversity statem...
On Reading Comprehension, They're All Main Point Questions (Ep. 400)
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Listener Derek claims to struggle on Tone and Purpose questions in RC. Ben and Nathan think Derek might be over-complicating his approach to the LSAT....
From 152 to 170: Chris's LSAT Success Story (Ep. 399)
04 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
LSAT Demon student Chris Warren joins Francesca to share his LSAT success story. Chris overcame a score plateau in the 160s and scored 170 by embracin...
Predict the Answer by Attacking the Argument (Ep. 398)
03 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Demon student VW strives to predict the answer more reliably on LR and RC. Nathan and Ben believe that better predictions come from attacking the argu...
LSAT Demon Daily Digest (Episodes 393–397)
01 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
0:00 - Introduction 0:15 - From 134 to 169: Paige's LSAT Success Story 24:13 - The New Logic Games Are Nothing to Worry About 28:28 ...
Law School Expenses (Ep. 397)
31 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Listener Nico wonders how students cover three years of living expenses while in law school. Ben and Nathan double down on the importance of scholarsh...
International Student Scholarships (Ep. 396)
30 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Listener Agyei asks whether an international student can get a scholarship to a top law school in the United States. Nathan and Ben assure Agyei that ...
Veteran Readiness and Employment Appeal (Ep. 395)
29 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
An anonymous listener plans to appeal a decision to deny funding for LSAT tutoring through the Veteran Readiness and Employment program. Ben and Natha...
The New Logic Games Are Nothing to Worry About (Ep. 394)
28 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
LSAT Demon student Saga worries that impending changes to the Logic Games will render their current prep useless. Nathan and Ben reassure Saga that th...
From 134 to 169: Paige's LSAT Success Story (Ep. 393)
27 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
LSAT Demon student Paige Gillard joins Matt to share her LSAT success story. Paige scored 169 on her official test—a whopping 35-point improvement o...
LSAT Demon Daily Digest (Episodes 388–392)
25 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
0:00 - Introduction 0:15 - The LSAT Is an Opportunity 11:21 - From 157 to 177: Haley’s LSAT Success Story 26:54 - How to Take a Diagnostic 31:08 - T...
From 159 to 175: Maya's LSAT Success Story (Ep. 392)
24 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
LSAT Demon student Maya Davis joins Francesca to share her LSAT success story. Maya overcame test anxiety and improved her score by 16 points. She rec...
The Hardest Logic Games (Ep. 391)
23 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Nathan look back on some of the hardest logic games in the history of the LSAT and discuss what makes them difficult. Read more on our website...
How to Take a Diagnostic (Ep. 390)
22 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A self-described “LSAT virgin” asks the guys whether to take their diagnostic test timed or untimed. Nathan and Ben recommend taking all practice ...
From 157 to 177: Haley's LSAT Success Story (Ep. 389)
21 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
LSAT Demon student Haley Williams joins Erik to share her LSAT success story. Haley believes that the LSAT rewards consistency and willingness to pres...
The LSAT Is an Opportunity (Ep. 388)
20 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
LSAT Demon student Dan could pay for law school with his GI Bill benefits—or he could crush the LSAT, earn a full scholarship, and transfer those be...
LSAT Demon Daily Digest (Episodes 383–387)
18 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
0:15 - From 149 to 171: Veronica's LSAT Success Story 10:13 - Formal Logic 17:46 - From 144 to 161: Sarah's LSAT Success Story 42:30 - Respect the Wor...
Late-Cycle Application Questions (Episode 387)
17 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Demon student Sarah Czochanski joins Demon teacher Matt to share her LSAT success story. Sarah almost abandoned her LSAT study after early struggles, ...
Respect the Words (Ep. 386)
16 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Demon student Ikey misses several questions per section of Logical Reasoning despite finishing with minutes left on the clock. Ben and Nathan see a pr...
From 144 to 161: Sarah's LSAT Success Story (Ep. 385)
15 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Demon student Sarah Czochanski joins Demon teacher Matt to share her LSAT success story. Sarah almost abandoned her LSAT study after early struggles, ...
Formal Logic (Ep. 384)
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Demon teachers Francesca and Erik discuss the meaning of “formal logic” and explain why it’s unnecessary for success on the LSAT. Read more on o...
From 149 to 171: Veronica's LSAT Success Story (Ep. 383)
13 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Demon student Veronica Navarro joins Demon teacher Francesca to share her LSAT success story. Veronica recommends a flexible study schedule and positi...
LSAT Demon Daily Digest (Episodes 378–382)
11 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
0:15 - You Can’t Predict the Experimental Section 6:40 - Developing Good Study Habits 17:58 - Race and Ethnicity Classifications 23:43 - Hybrid Prog...
Don't Over-Engineer Your Study Schedule (Ep. 382)
10 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Nathan and Ben advise Demon student Nicholas to remain flexible with his LSAT study schedule. There’s no hard rule on how much to study every day. R...
Hybrid Programs Are a Win (Ep. 381)
09 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Listener Tom would like to attend law school via an online hybrid program, but he wonders whether such a program would adequately prepare him for a ca...
Race and Ethnicity Classifications (Ep. 380)
08 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Demon student Mario shares some primary sources relevant to the guys’ conversation about race and ethnicity on law school applications. Reporting Ra...
Developing Good Study Habits (Ep. 379)
07 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Nathan and Ben counsel Demon student Caleb on developing good study habits through consistent study and a winner’s mindset. Read more on our website...
You Can't Predict the Experimental Section (Ep. 378)
06 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Demon student PY underperformed on the official test because they lost focus on what they mistakenly assumed was the experimental section. Ben and Nat...
LSAT Demon Daily Digest (Episodes 373–377)
04 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Read more on our website! Email [email protected] with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube. 0:15 - From 146 to 164: Asad's LSAT Su...
Keep Calm and Study On (Ep. 377)
03 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Demon student Elsa has struggled with burnout and test anxiety, but after embracing the LSAT Demon mindset, she now feels confident about the January ...
Anything New on the New PrepTest? (Ep. 376)
02 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
LSAC recently released PrepTest 93. Ben and Nathan comment on whether there’s anything new or noteworthy about the latest PT and discuss how little ...
The LSAT Tests Real Skills (Ep. 375)
01 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Listener Matthew thinks that law schools should devalue the LSAT and instead consider applicants’ pre-law experiences. His suggestion stems from a b...
Law School Might Not Be Right for You (Ep. 374)
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Listener Hunter claims that a legal career is his only acceptable outcome, but his LSAT struggles make him question his fitness for law school. Nathan...
From 146 to 164: Asad's LSAT Success Story (Ep. 373)
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Demon student Asad Jessani joins Demon teacher Erik to share his LSAT success story. Asad raised his score by eighteen points with LSAT Demon. He aims...
LSAT Demon Daily Digest (Episodes 367–372)
27 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Read more on our website! Email [email protected] with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube.
How Early Can I Request Letters of Recommendation? (Ep. 372)
26 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Listener Hanna asks if it’s a bad idea to request letters of recommendation a year or more before you intend to apply to law school. Ben and Nathan ...
Do Law Schools Average LSAT Scores? (Ep. 371)
25 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
According to their admissions FAQ page, the University of Utah may consider an applicant’s average LSAT score instead of their highest score. Nathan...
Avoiding Burnout (Ep. 370)
24 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Listener Sarah considers taking a month-long break after a summer of full-time study and a disappointing October LSAT. Ben and Nathan advise Sarah to ...
There's Only One Right Answer (Ep. 369)
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Demon student V asks for tips on picking between the two “best” answers on Logical Reasoning questions. Nathan and Ben insist that V change the wa...
From 155 to 173: Marissa's LSAT Success Story (Ep. 368)
22 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
LSAT Demon teacher and former student Marissa Varnado joins Demon teacher Francesca to share her LSAT success story. Marissa overcame score plateaus a...
Will Law Schools Abandon the LSAT? (Ep. 367)
21 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The ABA voted to end the requirement that law schools use a standardized test—like the LSAT—for admissions decisions, starting in 2025. Ben and Na...
LSAT Demon Daily Digest (Episodes 361–366)
20 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Read more on our website! Email [email protected] with questions or comment Watch this episode on YouTube. 0:15 - From 154 to 170: Megan's LSAT Suc...
Logical Reasoning: No Rain (Ep. 366)
19 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The guys tackle a Logical Reasoning question from PrepTest 73. Try this question yourself here. Then listen to Nathan and Ben’s analysis. Read more...
Prep for Law School with the LSAT (Ep. 365)
18 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Former LSAT Demon teacher Logan shares a quote from his 1L criminal law textbook that demonstrates the LSAT’s value in preparing you for law school....
Yale, Harvard, and Berkeley Withdraw from U.S. News Rankings (Ep. 364)
18 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Yale, Harvard, and Berkeley have withdrawn from participation in the U.S. News & World Report law school rankings. Nathan and Ben consider these s...
No More Merit Scholarships at CUNY (Ep. 363)
17 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Listener Erika shares an email from CUNY citing decreased funding during the pandemic as their reason for no longer offering merit scholarships. Natha...
Law School Summer Jobs (Ep. 362)
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
LSAT Demon teachers Matt DuMont and Becca Cumberbatch discuss summer job opportunities available to law students and explain why your 1L summer job is...
From 154 to 170: Megan's LSAT Success Story (Ep. 361)
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Former LSAT Demon student Megan Ezekannagha joins Demon teacher Erik to share her LSAT success story. Megan credits Demon Live classes as an important...
LSAT Demon Daily Digest (Episodes 356–360)
13 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Read more on our website! Email [email protected] with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube. 0:15 - Don't Apply Without Your Best L...
Undergrad Course Load (Ep. 360)
12 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Listener Taylor wants to reduce his undergrad course load in order to work a full-time job, but he worries that law schools might judge his decision u...
Light Mode vs. Dark Mode (Ep. 359)
11 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Demon student Jacob asks whether he should practice with LSAT Demon’s light mode to better match the look of the official test. Nathan and Ben don’...
Splitters Get Scholarships (Ep. 358)
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Demon student Will worries that a high LSAT score won’t compensate for his low GPA in attracting scholarship offers. Nathan and Ben point to the adm...
Don't Sweat Your Resume (Ep. 357)
09 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
An anonymous listener seeks guidance on how to format their resume. Ben and Nathan tell Anonymous not to stress about their resume until after they’...
Don't Apply Without Your Best LSAT (Ep. 356)
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Listener M has applied to law schools with an LSAT score that doesn’t reflect their true potential. Ben and Nathan implore M to withdraw their appli...
LSAT Demon Daily Digest (Episodes 351-355)
06 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Read more on our website! Email [email protected] with questions or comments. Watch this episode. 0:15 - Why Aren't I Improving at Reading Comprehe...
A Letter of Rec No-Go (Ep. 355)
05 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
An anonymous listener shares their discovery that current law school applicants are unable to write letters of recommendation for other applicants. Re...
Law School Admissions Data (Ep. 354)
04 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Nathan and Ben examine some striking law school admissions data at lsd.law. The evidence is clear that some schools make admissions decisions based al...
Logical Reasoning: Stress (Ep. 353)
03 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The guys tackle a Logical Reasoning question from PrepTest 73. Try this question yourself here. Then listen to Nathan and Ben’s analysis. Read more ...
October LSAT Score Release (Ep. 352)
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Nathan discuss how to interpret your official test score and what it means for your future LSAT prep. Read more on our website! Email daily@ls...
Why Aren't I Improving at Reading Comprehension? (Ep. 351)
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The guys give listener Ryan some advice on how to improve on Reading Comprehension. They advise treating Reading Comprehension like Logical Reasoning,...
LSAT Demon Daily Digest (Episodes 346-350)
30 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Read more on our website! Email [email protected] with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube. 0:15 - From 151 to 179: Sam’s LSAT S...
"Logical Quantifier Terms" (Ep. 350)
29 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Nathan and Ben discuss why you shouldn’t immediately dismiss every answer choice that uses words like “only.” Assessing language strength is sec...
Median LSAT Admissions Chances (Ep. 349)
28 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Listener Tyler wonders whether law schools admit many applicants with UGPAs and LSATs at their medians. Ben and Nathan think Tyler should aim to get s...
There Is No Perfect Approach to Logic Games (Ep. 348)
27 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
An anonymous listener asks for tips on diagramming Logic Games. Nathan and Ben tell Anonymous that there isn’t one perfect way to diagram any game. ...
Treat Practice Tests Like Drilling (Ep. 347)
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Listener Noah worries about a gap between his drilling accuracy and his practice test scores. Ben and Nathan advise Noah to treat his practice tests l...
From 151 to 179: Sam's LSAT Success Story (Ep. 346)
25 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Former Demon student Sam Fraser joins Nathan to share his LSAT success story. Sam achieved a 179 by approaching the test with common sense, not gimmic...
LSAT Demon Daily Digest (Episodes 341-345)
23 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Read more on our website! Email [email protected] with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube. 0:15 - ABA 509 Confusion 7:29 - 159 to...
Law School Prices Aren't Real (Ep. 345)
22 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Listener Phillip points out inconsistencies on a couple of ABA 509 reports. Ben and Nathan discuss why full tuition doesn’t represent the real price...
Logical Reasoning: Dragonflies (Ep. 344)
21 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Nathan and Ben attempt a Logical Reasoning question from PrepTest 73. Try this question for yourself here. Then listen to Nathan and Ben’s analysis....
LSAT Swagger (Ep. 343)
20 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Nathan discuss what it means to have “swagger” on the LSAT. They focus on building confidence by predicting the correct answer, dismissing...
From 159 to 173: Chris's LSAT Success Story (Ep. 342)
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Former Demon student Chris Murphy joins Nathan to share his LSAT success story. Chris regressed to his diagnostic score on his second official test at...
ABA 509 Confusion (Ep. 341)
18 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Demon student Adrienne asks about scholarships to hybrid and part-time programs. Nathan and Ben uncover more inconsistencies in ABA 509 reports. Read ...