<p>I am considering applying to NYU Law as well. 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 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>
<p>I took Kaplan. The instruction was OK to good. However, most of the gains came from the self study materials at Kaplan. That is where you would spend most of your time.</p>
<p>Each person works best differently. Some people say they really benefit from prep courses, while others are good at studying on their own. NYU is a top tier school so a high LSAT score is extremely important. One thing you can try is taking a practice LSAT and seeing how you do. This score won’t translate to exactly what you would get on the real thing, but it can give you a good idea of where you stand and how much prep you want. Some companies offer one-on-one tutoring which can be useful. Next Step Test Prep offers one-on-one web-based tutoring which is good for someone who wants individual attention and working out specific areas. It’s especially good for those who have more trouble on certain parts of the LSAT and that way you can focus on those problems without sitting through a large class that goes through things you don’t need as much help with. Good luck!</p>
<p>What did you guys major in? And is it better to apply to a law school after receiving your major or bachelors since after receiving your bachelors degree you’ve saved 2 years.</p>
<p>I took Kaplan. You have to not only take the class, but also study a LOT and make the most of the course. I studied at least a whole summer. Thanks to that class, though, I went to Harvard.</p>
I self studied, because I was living abroad and had no other choice. I think that whether a course is the best option is really up to the individual. If you thrive in a classroom setting, then I wouldn’t let the cost get in your way. The better your score is, the more likely you are to get scholarships, so a 3,000 course could save you thousands in tuition. IT is definitely possible to improve a lot with self study I went from a 154 to a 174