<p>Hello, all!</p>
<p>I am considering applying to NYU Law. Probably next year.</p>
<p>Anywho, I just had a few questions about preparing for the LSATs. What are the benefits to taking an actual prep course vs. self studying? I feel with the way I work I would benefit more from rigorous self study and some private tutoring every now and again but I could be wrong. I would also save money and perhaps save myself from some of these horror stories I hear of wasted money due to a poor instructor or just a crappy LSAT prep company. Is there anyone here who was able to obtain a high LSAT through self study even though they did not completely grasp the work initially? Also, when schools look at your GPA are they looking at your gpa for the year you apply or is it cumulative?</p>
<p>Feedback greatly appreciated. Thanks a lot! =]</p>
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<p>My friend was a econ major at NYU CAS and got into NYU Law but he will be deferring for a couple of years to work. He got a 174 on his LSAT and had a 3.9 GPA. He took a course to prepare for his LSAT, which is pretty standard. Afterwards, he typically did 2-3 hours of practices every weekend with a group of friends until exam time.</p>
<p>GPA they look at is cumulative.</p>
<p>From what I’ve heard (though this is only from 2 sources, so take it with some salt), the LSAT isn’t very studying dependent. It’s really a test on how well you internalize information quickly, and while obviously you should prepare I doubt a course is really advantageous over self-study. Some people do learn much better in a classroom environment though, so if you’re one of those I’d encourage you to do it anyway.</p>
<p>thanks commentcomment but the question I asked was regarding methods of study for the LSAT. Self study over classroom study, and if classroom study is advantageous even for people who believe they are better with self study. Not what grades you need to get into NYU Law lol</p>
<p>Extra information at no additional cost. Just letting you know what he did and his approach and what grades he had. You take classes to learn technique and exchange tricks and tips with your classmates. </p>
<p>The question is, do you want to pay $2000 for a couple of new tricks and shortcuts.</p>
<p>People who take classes also put a lot of hours into self studying.</p>