Your first session focuses on understanding where you stand and where you want to go. Your tutor will likely review your diagnostic LSAT score (or administer one if you haven't taken a practice test yet), discuss your target law schools and score goals, and identify which sections—logical reasoning, reading comprehension, or logic games—need the most work. From there, you'll develop a personalized study plan with realistic timelines and practice schedules.

Logic games intimidate many test-takers, but they're highly learnable with the right strategy and practice. A tutor will teach you how to diagram game setups efficiently, recognize common game types, and develop a pacing strategy so you're not spending too much time on any single game. Through repeated practice with feedback, you'll build the pattern recognition skills that make games feel less overwhelming and more manageable.

Reading comprehension on the LSAT requires active reading strategies—identifying the main argument, author's tone, and structural relationships—rather than just understanding the content. A tutor will teach you annotation techniques, help you practice on real LSAT passages, and show you how to answer different question types (main point, inference, strengthen/weaken) more efficiently. Many students see significant improvement once they shift from passive reading to strategic analysis.

Timing is one of the biggest challenges on the LSAT, but it's solvable with a personalized strategy. Your tutor will help you set realistic section-by-section pacing goals, identify which question types slow you down, and practice time management during full-length practice tests. Rather than rushing, the focus is on building accuracy and speed gradually—getting comfortable with easier questions first, then tackling harder ones with time remaining.

Most students benefit from taking 15-20+ full-length practice tests over their study period, starting after they've learned the core strategies. Your tutor will recommend a practice test schedule tailored to your timeline and goals, typically spacing them out to allow time for review and targeted practice on weak areas between tests. Practice tests serve double duty: they build stamina and test-taking confidence while revealing exactly where to focus your study efforts.

Test anxiety is common, but personalized tutoring builds confidence through familiarity and preparation. By taking multiple full-length practice tests under timed conditions, you'll become comfortable with the test format and your own pacing. Your tutor can also teach you breathing and mental strategies to stay calm during the actual exam, and help you develop a pre-test routine that puts you in the right mindset.

Look for tutors with strong LSAT scores (typically 170+), law school experience, and a track record of helping students improve. Ideally, your tutor should be familiar with current LSAT formats, understand the specific challenges each section presents, and be able to explain complex concepts clearly. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who have the knowledge and teaching skills to help you reach your score goals.