Your first session typically involves a diagnostic assessment to understand your current strengths and weaknesses across the three LSAT sections: Logical Reasoning, Reading Comprehension, and Analytical Reasoning (Logic Games). Varsity Tutors connects you with a tutor who will review your practice test results, discuss your target law school and score goals, and create a personalized study plan tailored to your needs and timeline.

Logic Games (Analytical Reasoning) intimidates many test-takers, but it's highly learnable with structured practice. A tutor can teach you the fundamental diagramming techniques, help you recognize game types quickly, and build your speed through repeated practice with feedback. Most students find that once they understand the underlying logic and practice consistently, this section becomes one of their strongest areas.

Reading Comprehension challenges often stem from either reading too slowly, missing the author's main point, or struggling with specific question types. A tutor teaches active reading strategies, helps you identify what information matters most, and builds your speed through targeted practice. They'll also help you distinguish between different question formats and develop a consistent approach to each type.

Most LSAT prep experts recommend taking 20-40 full-length practice tests over your study period to build stamina, refine timing, and identify patterns in your mistakes. Your tutor will help you space these tests strategically throughout your prep timeline and use each one as a learning tool—reviewing every question you missed to understand why and prevent similar errors. Quality review matters more than quantity, so your tutor's guidance on analyzing your performance is crucial.

Test anxiety often stems from feeling unprepared or unfamiliar with the test format. Working with a tutor builds genuine confidence through mastery—you'll take dozens of practice tests under timed conditions, so the real test feels familiar and manageable. Your tutor can also teach you stress-management techniques, help you develop a pre-test routine, and discuss pacing strategies that keep you calm when you encounter a difficult section.

Most students benefit from 2-4 months of consistent LSAT prep, though your ideal timeline depends on your starting score, target score, and how much time you can dedicate weekly. A tutor helps you create a realistic schedule, typically involving 15-25 hours per week of combined tutoring and independent practice. Your tutor will adjust the pace based on your progress and ensure you're ready before your test date.

Logical Reasoning success requires understanding argument structure and learning to identify common reasoning patterns. A tutor teaches you to quickly break down premises and conclusions, spot logical fallacies, and recognize question types like strengthen/weaken, assumption, and parallel reasoning. With consistent practice and feedback on your reasoning process, you'll develop the skill to work through these questions more efficiently and accurately.