What is the LSAT?

The Law School Admission Test (LSAT) is a standardized exam used by law schools in the United States, Canada, and other countries to assess applicants' readiness for legal education. It evaluates skills essential for law school success, including reading comprehension, logical reasoning, and analytical thinking.

LSAT 2025 Structure

Starting in August 2024, the LSAT underwent significant changes to its structure. The current format, applicable in 2025, consists of:

Two Logical Reasoning (LR) Sections: Assessing the ability to analyze and evaluate arguments.
One Reading Comprehension (RC) Section: Evaluating the ability to understand and interpret complex texts.
One Unscored Section: This could be either LR or RC and is used to test questions for future exams.
Writing Sample: Administered separately and unscored, but sent to law schools along with your LSAT score.

The Analytical Reasoning (Logic Games) section was removed in August 2024 as part of a settlement agreement to make the test more accessible.

LSAT Section Breakdown

The table below outlines the structure of the LSAT 2025, including time limits and the number of questions for each section:

Section	Time Limit	Number of Questions	Scored
Logical Reasoning (LR) 1	35 minutes	~25	Yes
Logical Reasoning (LR) 2	35 minutes	~25	Yes
Reading Comprehension (RC)	35 minutes	~27	Yes
Unscored Section (LR or RC)	35 minutes	Varies	No
Writing Sample	35 minutes	1 essay	No

Note: The unscored section is indistinguishable during the test and does not count toward your final score.

LSAT Scoring Breakdown

Each of the scored sections contributes to your total LSAT score, which ranges from 120 to 180. The score is based on the number of questions answered correctly (the raw score), which is then converted to the LSAT scale.

Score Component	Score Range
Total LSAT Score	120 – 180

Highest LSAT Score

The highest possible LSAT score is 180. Competitive law schools often seek applicants with scores in the 160+ range, with top-tier institutions typically expecting scores of 170 or higher.

Key Changes in the LSAT

Removal of Logic Games: The Analytical Reasoning section was eliminated in August 2024 to improve accessibility.
Additional Logical Reasoning Section: To maintain the test's assessment of critical reasoning skills, a second Logical Reasoning section was added.
Unscored Section: An unscored section, either LR or RC, is included to test new questions for future exams.

How to Register for the LSAT

To register for the LSAT, visit the official LSAC registration page. The LSAT is offered multiple times a year, with options for both online, remotely proctored exams and in-person testing at designated centers.

For a comprehensive guide on test-taking strategies and study plans, explore our complete LSAT guide.

Prepare for the LSAT with Practice Questions

Achieving a high score on the LSAT 2025 requires effective preparation and familiarity with the new exam format. Start practicing today with our extensive LSAT question bank.