Test Taking Limit Appeal

[Michel50]

I tried to register for the September 2024 LSAT and found out I am at my test taking limit. I did not realize that my first exam that I cancelled would count against me. I was ready for this exam as I am no longer working two jobs with changing hours every week (such as closing one week, mid shifts, mornings other days/weeks). I now have found a stable job that gave me a set schedule and the financial ability to afford lsat study classes. But, when I saw I reached my limit, I called twice and one person told me 2027 and the other 2028 to take the next exam. I wanted to know if anyone in a similar situation has appealed for their test taking limit?

[Dave Killoran]

Hi Michel,

I'm sorry to hear you've run up against LSAC policies. Almost any time you see exam content--even on a test you self-cancelled--they count it The exception is an LSAC-cancelled test (they cancelled your exam, usually for a technical issue), fwiw.

I can't see your full test history here but the scores drop off after 5 years, so after 5 years from your first exam you'd be able to take the next available exam.

I've seen appeals be successful, but usually there are some extenuating circumstances--medical, technical, etc--that are compelling enough for them to change their policy. Otherwise, they are rather inflexible. So if you have a good enough reason or had a technical issue with some prior test, I'd take a shot at appealing (and frankly, there's no harm in it so try regardless).

Thanks and good luck!