LSAT Flex

[kchaplinsky3]

Hi!

I will be taking the LSAT Flex and am not sure how I can study for this. Is there a way to adjust the practice tests to match the format? What can I do to simulate the three sections instead of 4?

[KelseyWoods]

Hi kchaplinsky3!

If you haven't already, I strongly suggest you listen to Dave & Jon's podcasts about the LSAT-Flex:

This one was recorded right after the original LSAT-Flex announcement:
https://blog.powerscore.com/lsat/lsat-p ... the-world/

This one was recorded today after more details about the LSAT-Flex were released:
https://blog.powerscore.com/lsat/lsat-p ... nrevealed/

We encourage you to keep taking 4 section tests to keep your stamina up. Translating your score on a 4 section test to what it will be on the 3 section test will be a bit trickier, since instead of having LR count for half of your score, now LR, LG, and RC will all be weighted the same. That means that you need to make sure you are strong in all 3 sections so be sure to spend time honing your skills and strategies for all 3 sections.

Hope this helps!

Best,
Kelsey

[Rick]

Hi Everyone,

I have a question concerning the operation of the FLEX LSAT and how a test taker would highlight, underline or make notes in the margins especially when using a PC and monitor (or even a laptop) to take the test. With the digital-tablet it seems straightforward to just use the stylus to perform the highlighting, underlining, etc. and one lays the tablet down horizontally and reads it like a paper test. The tablet process seems normal and relatively comfortable. However, with a monitor that is perpendicular to the table, it would seem to be quite awkward and uncomfortable to try to make notes and highlight on a vertical screen? What am I missing here? I am concerned because I can imagine that LSAC may consider to permanently move to the new mode of LSAT test taking?

Thanks,
Rick

[Dave Killoran]

Hi Rick,

For now I wouldn't worry about the future of the LSAT because they've said that as soon as they can return to in-person tests, they will

However, the desktop/laptop is an issue, and what's going to happen is that it will be mouse-driven, not touch. So, closer to a "normal" computer experience but certainly not what the Digital LSAT interface has been on recent tests. This is why you want to practice with a desktop if you haven't been previously and you are slated to take a Flex test (in the vein of what we have here: https://www.powerscore.com/lsat/publica ... tal-tests/).

Please let me know if that helps. Thanks!

[lathlee]

Hi Dave.

if lsat flex won't be the lsac's approach in June , would the test takers likely to write with traditional 5 sections with 1 section experimental ? Which btw, Composed of 2 sections of lsat lr ?

[Jon Denning]

When they go back to in-person testing they'll almost certainly revert to the standard/familiar, five-section test, yes. Whether that's June or July or 2021 (heaven helps us if so).

[cormacdugan]

Hi Kelsey et al.,

Just wanting to make sure that this suggestion applies to folks actually taking the flex test, as opposed to people who only might be taking it in the future. That is, the current recommendation for people who are taking the three section test in May is to continue taking 4-section tests, for stamina? Thank you!


If you haven't already, I strongly suggest you listen to Dave & Jon's podcasts about the LSAT-Flex:

This one was recorded right after the original LSAT-Flex announcement:
https://blog.powerscore.com/lsat/lsat-p ... the-world/

This one was recorded today after more details about the LSAT-Flex were released:
https://blog.powerscore.com/lsat/lsat-p ... nrevealed/

We encourage you to keep taking 4 section tests to keep your stamina up. Translating your score on a 4 section test to what it will be on the 3 section test will be a bit trickier, since instead of having LR count for half of your score, now LR, LG, and RC will all be weighted the same. That means that you need to make sure you are strong in all 3 sections so be sure to spend time honing your skills and strategies for all 3 sections.

Hope this helps!

Best,
Kelsey[/quote]

[Adelei]

Hi! I'm scheduled to take the LSAT Flex. I was listening to your most recent podcast and one small statement you said made me a bit nervous and made me wonder if I should have asked to take it in June or July. You mentioned that NC State (I think) had said they're not going to accept it, speculating that they already had enough applicants to choose from. I'm not looking at NC State and I'm also not applying to schools for this coming fall. My plan was to apply in the fall for the following fall (2021 school year). But I'm concerned - will schools look at this differently? I know you've been saying (as have others) that they won't, but is that just in reference to late applicants who hope to start law school in 2020? From everything you said in your most recent podcast, the LSAT Flex was created with a focus on those currently applying. What about those of us who are not applying until the fall? Would it be better to reschedule and take a normal in person test?

I'm not aiming for just any old law school either. I took the LSAT more than 5 years ago and received a 173 (without studying much). I went and worked with orphans overseas for several years during which time my score expired. I was hoping to raise my score a bit and apply to top-14 schools. Do you think schools like Harvard will accept the LSAT Flex for Fall 2021? The fact that LSAC is going to report that it is LSAT Flex had me worried, but after I listened to your "end of the world" podcast, I felt like it'd be OK. However now after your more recent podcast, I'm starting to question again. I already went into my LSAC account and said I'd like to take it - would it be too late to tell them I'd prefer to switch dates?

[Dave Killoran]

Hi Cormac,

Yes, Kelsey's advice applies only to known Flex takers—they should take 4 section tests; all others should continue on with 5 section tests!

[Dave Killoran]

Hi! I'm scheduled to take the LSAT Flex. I was listening to your most recent podcast and one small statement you said made me a bit nervous and made me wonder if I should have asked to take it in June or July. You mentioned that NC State (I think) had said they're not going to accept it, speculating that they already had enough applicants to choose from. I'm not looking at NC State and I'm also not applying to schools for this coming fall. My plan was to apply in the fall for the following fall (2021 school year). But I'm concerned - will schools look at this differently? I know you've been saying (as have others) that they won't, but is that just in reference to late applicants who hope to start law school in 2020? From everything you said in your most recent podcast, the LSAT Flex was created with a focus on those currently applying. What about those of us who are not applying until the fall? Would it be better to reschedule and take a normal in person test?

I'm not aiming for just any old law school either. I took the LSAT more than 5 years ago and received a 173 (without studying much). I went and worked with orphans overseas for several years during which time my score expired. I was hoping to raise my score a bit and apply to top-14 schools. Do you think schools like Harvard will accept the LSAT Flex for Fall 2021? The fact that LSAC is going to report that it is LSAT Flex had me worried, but after I listened to your "end of the world" podcast, I felt like it'd be OK. However now after your more recent podcast, I'm starting to question again. I already went into my LSAC account and said I'd like to take it - would it be too late to tell them I'd prefer to switch dates?

Hi Adelei,

It was UNC, and the apparent reasoning is their windows had closed and they already had more applications than the prior year. So, they didn't need it. So far, every other school we've spoken to has said they will accept the results of the Flex.

I do think schools like Harvard will accept the Flex but the question is whether for someone at the top of the scale is this test the best? I'm less sure about that, and it depends on your consistency. There will be very little room for error in order to improve on your prior score (likely you can perhaps miss 4 or 5 total where you are at.

Thanks!