Prepare for the LSAT

You’re thinking about going to law school

To apply to law school, you must have a bachelor’s degree and you must take the Law School Admission Test (LSAT).

We want you to be successful and to know you don’t have to do this alone. Our admissions team is committed to working with you to get through this—think of us as coaches—here to support you.

LSAT tips

  • If the next test date is soon, you might want to wait until a later one so you have time to prepare.
  • Take a class or get a book on how to prepare for the LSAT.
  • Think of studying for the LSAT as a part-time job for 2–3 months.
  • We can help you find free and discounted prep materials as well. Contact us!
  • Get a good night’s sleep and sufficient breakfast on test day.
  • Many people wait to get their score before applying, but you can apply any time, and your score will be forwarded later.
  • Take lots of practice tests to train yourself to do it within the allowed time.
  • If you apply and decide not to go, then try again in a few years, the information from your first attempt will still be there.
  • LSAC.org lets you apply to multiple law schools without needing to gather the same material for each.

LSAT facts

  • The LSAT is a four-part test over three hours given on certain dates throughout the year. We can help you find the next testing day.
  • The LSAT is administered by the Law School Admissions Council (LSAC)
  • Your LSAT score will range from 120 to 180 and should come three to four weeks later.

LSAC.org will serve as your hub for applying to law schools

LSAT Resources

Mitchell Hamline offers the LSAT Preparation Scholarship which will cover the cost of a BluePrint LSAT Prep Course. Applications are open July 1 through March 1 each year.

Not happy with your score?

The decision to retake the LSAT should not be taken lightly. You should only do it if you are sure you will improve your score through additional study. If you think you already did your best, it’s unlikely you’ll significantly improve your score again.

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A challenging curriculum that gets you ready to practice. More than 20,000 alumni to help guide your path to your career. Whether you take classes full time or part time, on-campus or partially online, you’ll start learning the work of a lawyer by doing it. You’ll benefit from top-ranked programs in emerging specialties. You’ll be ready to make an immediate contribution in law, business, government, community service, or whatever field you pursue.

At Mitchell Hamline School of Law, we have been educating lawyers for more than 100 years but are still innovating to respond to the changing legal world.

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Application facts

  • Every application includes: a personal statement; resume; letters of recommendation; and transcripts
  • The Credential Assembly Service (CAS) allows you to only send your transcripts, letters of recommendation, and any other documents required for each of your law school applications one time—to LSAC.
  • Mitchell Hamline has no application fee. There is a cost to create an LSAC account.
  • It will be about four-to-six weeks after you complete your application and submit your CAS report before you hear your admission decision.

Information sessions

Start by attending an information session. They happen throughout the year and are a good way to learn from our admission team and current students about the whole process.

See: Visiting Mitchell Hamline to check the schedule

Admitted Students 101

Most law schools—including Mitchell Hamline—hold events for admitted students in the spring. This is right before the initial deposit deadlines so you can learn more about the schools and help you decide where to go.

Applying: You don’t have to do it alone

Yes, you have to write your own personal statements, but we can coach you on what to do when. People with family or friends who’ve gone to law school often find the process easier because they’ve asked those people for advice. You should feel just as welcome to ask our Admissions team for help.

Start with admissions @mitchellhamline.edu for any questions.

Application tips

  • If you are not accepted to law school, contact us and ask what you might do to improve your chances.
  • You can apply again the following application cycle.
  • That personal statement is really important.
  • Your personal statement helps schools determine how well you write.
  • When you’re accepted and get your scholarship offer, the next step is to confirm where you want to go by making a deposit to save your spot.
  • Mitchell Hamline only uses your highest LSAT score when reviewing your application.
  • Apply early (please)! The application window opens Oct. 1 and there are limited spots for each new class.
  • Your letters of recommendation serve as proof of your academic ability.
  • If you’ve been out of school a while, a letter from your boss will help if it speaks to your analytical and writing skills, problem solving, creating thinking, and reasoning.
  • Letters from family or friends or even lawyers or judges who do not appear familiar with your daily work are not particularly helpful.
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