The Law School Admission Test (LSAT®) is an assessment used to measure skills important for success in law school. The exam measures reading comprehension, logical reasoning, critical thinking, and argumentative writing skills.
This overview includes information to help you prepare for the LSAT® exam. You’ll find details about the exam format, registration, testing options, costs, scoring, retakes, and study resources.
Exam Background and Purpose
The LSAT® is a law school admissions test used by law schools in the United States, Canada, and other locations. The exam measures reading comprehension, logical reasoning, critical thinking, and argumentative writing skills that are important for success in law school.
Costs and Payment Options
The LSAT registration fee is currently $253 for the August 2026–June 2027 testing year. Because LSAC fees can change by testing year, check the official LSAC fee page before registering.
Registration/Times/Locations
You can register for the LSAT through your LSAC JD account. After registering, you will schedule your testing time through Prometric. Beginning with the August 2026 LSAT, most test takers will take the LSAT at a Prometric test center, with remote testing limited to certain approved exceptions.
Test Scores
LSAT scores are reported on a scale from 120 to 180. There is no universal passing score for the LSAT; each law school decides how it evaluates scores as part of its admissions process.
Retaking the LSAT
You may retake the LSAT, but there are limits. LSAC currently permits test takers to take the LSAT five times within the current reportable score period and seven times over a lifetime. Canceled scores count toward these limits, while absences and withdrawals do not.
How Can I Prepare for the LSAT?
Preparing for the LSAT is easier when you use the right study tools. A study guide can help you review tested skills, flashcards can reinforce important concepts, and practice tests can help you become familiar with the exam format and timing. Below, you’ll find LSAT prep resources designed to help you study efficiently and build confidence before test day.
