<p>I just took the diagnostic test in Barron's LSAT book. I hadn't studied at all. I didn't even know the format of the test. My score was 157.</p>
<p>I'm a freshman in college this year. Is it possible to study enough to get to the upper 160's- lower 170's range? I have a few years..</p>
<p>The logic section was what killed me. Can I prepare myself for this part by practicing, or am I stuck?</p>
<p>Thanks for helping =)</p>
<p>A 157 is a very good diagnostic score. Remember, the majority of people taking the LSAT get a significantly lower score than 157 if you realize 150 is the median for test takers...those who have most likely studied quite a bit. Getting to a 170 isn't unreasonable with some hard work.</p>
<p>Oh, and the logic games section is both the hardest for first-timers and the easiest to learn, if that makes you feel better (which it should). The widely-regarded best resource for improving your score on said section is the Logic Games Bible by powerscore.</p>
<p>Thanks a lot, that does make me feel better =) I'll pick up the logic games book asap.</p>
<p>I'm willing to put in the hard work to get my score up; it helps to know it's possible and that I have a few years. Speaking of which, do most people take the test in their junior or senior year of college? Sorry I'm so clueless still.</p>
<p>For now, I'll stick with my Barrons book until I finish it. Any other recommendations for good LSAT prep books?</p>
<p>One more question: is it true that LSAT pretests tend to overestimate the score you will get? I just read that on a post in this forum.</p>
<p>If you're for some reason urgently in need of knowing a "real" diagnostic score, you can purchase real LSAT tests online either from LSAC itself or through Amazon.</p>
<p>Ten points is a very reasonable jump. Fifteen is starting to push it, but certainly not impossible.</p>