Most students struggle with three key areas: organizing a persuasive argument quickly under time pressure, identifying the strongest reasoning to support their chosen position, and maintaining clarity while writing at speed. Many also find it difficult to balance thoroughness with the 35-minute constraint—they either rush and produce unclear writing, or spend too much time on planning and run out of time for revision. Personalized tutoring helps you develop a reliable essay strategy and practice under realistic conditions.

While the essay isn't numerically scored, you can significantly strengthen your writing quality, argument structure, and time management through focused practice. Most students see measurable improvement within 4-6 weeks of consistent work—better organization, clearer reasoning, and more polished prose that law schools will notice. The key is practicing with actual LSAT prompts and getting feedback on your specific writing patterns, which personalized tutoring provides effectively.

Your first session typically involves taking a practice essay under timed conditions so a tutor can assess your current strengths and identify specific areas for improvement—like argument clarity, time allocation, or structural organization. From there, you'll develop a personalized essay strategy tailored to your writing style, work through targeted practice prompts, and receive detailed feedback on each attempt. This diagnostic approach ensures your tutoring focuses on what will have the biggest impact on your application.

A solid strategy typically breaks down as: 2-3 minutes reading and analyzing the prompt, 5-7 minutes planning your argument and organizing key points, 20-22 minutes writing your essay, and 3-5 minutes reviewing for clarity and errors. The exact breakdown depends on your writing speed and planning style, which is why personalized tutoring helps—tutors work with you to find the timing approach that lets you write persuasively without rushing. Practice under timed conditions is essential to making this feel natural on test day.

The best position is the one you can argue most clearly and convincingly—not necessarily the one you personally believe in. Spend your first 2-3 minutes analyzing both options and choosing based on which has stronger reasoning you can develop quickly, not on your personal opinion. Many students waste time overthinking this decision; tutors help you develop a rapid evaluation process so you can commit to a position confidently and start writing strong arguments immediately.

Most students benefit from practicing 2-3 timed essays per week over 4-6 weeks, combined with detailed feedback and revision. Consistency matters more than volume—writing one essay weekly with thoughtful analysis of your mistakes will improve your skills faster than writing five essays without feedback. Personalized tutoring structures your practice schedule strategically, ensuring you're focusing on your specific weak areas rather than just accumulating practice attempts.

Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors experienced in LSAT preparation and essay writing who understand the specific demands of law school admissions. Whether you're just beginning your LSAT prep or refining your essay skills in the final weeks before test day, you can get matched with a tutor who fits your schedule and learning style. Reach out today to start your personalized LSAT Essay Section preparation.