Your first session focuses on understanding where you stand and where you want to go. A tutor will likely review your practice test scores, discuss your target law schools and score goals, and identify which LSAT sections give you the most trouble. This diagnostic approach helps create a personalized study plan that addresses your specific needs, whether you need help with logic games strategy, reading comprehension pacing, or logical reasoning question types.

Logic games challenge most LSAT test-takers because they require both pattern recognition and speed under pressure. A tutor can teach you diagramming techniques tailored to different game types, help you recognize common setups quickly, and develop a pacing strategy so you don't waste time on difficult games. With targeted practice and feedback on your approach, you'll build the confidence and efficiency needed to handle this section consistently.

Most students benefit from taking 15-20 full-length practice tests spread throughout their study period, with your tutor helping you analyze mistakes after each one. The goal isn't just volume—it's using each test to identify patterns in your errors, refine your strategy, and build stamina for the actual exam. Your tutor can help you space these tests strategically and focus your study time on the question types where you're losing points.

Timing is one of the biggest LSAT challenges because you have roughly 8-9 minutes per logical reasoning question and about 35 minutes for the entire reading comprehension section. A tutor can help you develop a personalized pacing strategy based on your strengths—for example, tackling easier questions first to build confidence, or spending more time on logic games if that's your stronger section. With practice and feedback, you'll learn to balance accuracy with speed rather than rushing through sections.

Test anxiety often stems from feeling unprepared or uncertain about your approach, which personalized tutoring directly addresses. By working through practice tests with a tutor, receiving specific feedback, and building a clear strategy for each section, you'll develop genuine confidence in your preparation. Many students also benefit from discussing test-day logistics with a tutor—knowing what to expect, how to pace yourself, and having a backup plan for difficult moments can significantly reduce anxiety.

Look for tutors with strong LSAT scores themselves, experience helping students improve their scores, and deep knowledge of test structure and strategy across all three sections. Ideally, your tutor should have experience with different learning styles and be able to explain not just the right answer, but why other options are wrong. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who bring this combination of expertise and teaching skill to help you reach your goals.

Most students benefit from 2-4 months of focused LSAT preparation, with tutoring sessions ranging from 1-2 times per week depending on your timeline and starting score. Your tutor can help you create a study schedule that balances intensive practice with time to absorb strategies and review mistakes. The exact timeline depends on your target score and how much time you can dedicate to independent practice between sessions.