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If you're interested in expert San Diego LSAT prep, Varsity Tutors is a powerful educational resource that you should consider using. The Law School Admission Test, or LSAT, is the only standardized exam accepted by all ABA-accredited law schools in the United States. It is designed with the specific skills needed to succeed in law school in mind, such as reading comprehension, analytical reasoning, and logical reasoning.
It can be intimidating to try to study for the LSAT on your own, but we can help you out with two great services. First, we can set you up with a San Diego LSAT prep course where you can study for the exam in a structured classroom setting. Alternatively, we can find you a private San Diego LSAT tutor who can provide individualized attention as you pursue your goals. Reach out to an educational consultant today for more information on how we may be able to help you.
What topics can I review as part of my San Diego LSAT prep?
The LSAT is a digital test that is taken primarily on a tablet provided by the testing center. The testing tablet offers some useful features, including a five-minute warning when you are running out of time, flagging functionality to help you go back and review previous questions, and the option to highlight text. You take a total of three multiple-choice questions on the tablet: Reading Comprehension, Analytical Reasoning, and Logical Reasoning. In addition, you take an unscored Writing section during a separate testing session that is provided to each school you apply to as a writing sample. Here is a closer look at what you can expect on each section:
Reading Comprehension
The Reading Comprehension section places an emphasis on long-form, complex content that lawyers work with every day. You are expected to be able to identify a passage's purpose or main idea, make inferences based on the material stated, define unfamiliar words and phrases using context, and identify the impact of a piece's tone and structure on its overall message.
Analytical Reasoning
The Analytical Reasoning section is all about understanding a structure of relationships and drawing valid conclusions about them. Some of the topics covered include reasoning with conditional statements, inferring what could or must be true based on provided information, and recognizing logically equivalent statements.
Logical Reasoning
The Logical Reasoning section centers on analyzing, critically-evaluating, and completing arguments. You may work with material drawn from newspapers, magazines, scholarly articles, advertisements, and informal discourse. Skills measured include reasoning by analogy, drawing valid conclusions, recognizing points of disagreement, identifying flaws in a case, and identifying how new evidence could change a position. Notably, there are two Logical Reasoning sections on every LSAT vs. one of everything else.
Writing
The Writing section presents you with a decision problem and two possible decisions or courses of action. You select one of them and compose an argumentative essay defending your choice. There are no right or wrong answers on this section, as law schools are looking at your composition's clarity, reasoning, language, organization, and command of writing mechanics in evaluating your work. You have one calendar year from completing the rest of the examination to take this portion.
Every LSAT section lasts 35 minutes, and there is no penalty for guessing. Your final LSAT score is reported on a scale from 120-180, with higher numbers indicating a stronger performance.
What are some of the advantages of each of the San Diego LSAT preparation options Varsity Tutors provides?
As noted above, we can help you prepare for the LSAT with two great options. If you enroll in a San Diego LSAT prep class, you'll study on a live virtual platform with a knowledgeable teacher and several other students preparing for the exam. Your class will meet on a weekly basis, and you can arrange private study time with your teacher outside of class time to go over anything you need help with. Our class offerings are available in two and four-week durations to make it easier to find a fit for your schedule, and we start new classes every week so that it's always a great time to jump in.
Many students are also surprised by how much they like working with other students. You can interact with your peers freely, allowing you to exchange test-taking tips and strategies while your instructor is working with somebody else. You may also complete group assignments that open your eyes to a completely different way of approaching a problem. For example, reviewing an outline on the opposite side of the decision problem can help you develop a fuller understanding of the scenario presented. The fact that you can also split the cost of expert instruction with your classmates is also nice.
That said, some students prefer to study in a learning environment built around their needs. There are no set curricula with private instruction, allowing your tutor to design sessions around your unique pacing needs. If you already understand truth statements, you can concentrate on other areas to improve your study efficiency. Similarly, your instructor can difficult concepts in different ways until it clicks for you, flexibility that you might not find in a traditional classroom setting. Most importantly, all study sessions take place on our convenient Live Learning Platform so that you don't need to worry about the hassle of a commute.
Many students also take practice exams under realistic conditions with their tutor to get a sense of what to expect on test day. You have probably never taken a tablet-based test before, so practice exams can help you feel more comfortable tapping your answers instead of filling in or clicking on a bubble. You can also review the results with your instructor to identify your academic strengths and any areas of opportunity that could benefit from further study.
Can somebody help me enroll in San Diego LSAT prep today?
Educational consultants are currently available to answer any questions you have or help you get started. Once you turn to Varsity Tutors for all of your San Diego LSAT prep needs, you'll wonder how you ever prepared for a test without professional assistance!

Sabrina: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
...worked for a state crime lab analyzing samples from performance animals, looking for illicit drugs using thin-layer chromatography. I left Florida to start a Masters Degree program at the University of Georgia, working with molecular biology techniques to attempt to identify the gene of interest in a cerebellar abiotrophy in pure-bred dogs. While I did that, I completed training as an Emergency Medical Technician and took coursework in Wilderness Search and Rescue at the University...
Education & Certification
- University of Florida - Bachelor of Science, Zoology/Wildlife Ecology and Conservation
- University of Georgia - PHD, MS, DVM/PhD (Veterinary Pathology)
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- GRE
- GRE Analytical Writing
- Pre-Algebra
- +106 subjects

Viraj: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
...a national-level debate team. My job was to coach the younger members. I would help them prepare for upcoming topics while working with them to develop their speaking, writing and research skills. I'm currently teaching two after-school classes, one in Pre-Calculus and the other in Biology. I am very comfortable tutoring in Math (up to Pre-Calc), Science (Biology, Physics, Chemistry), Government, Economics, and Essay Composition. I also work with test prep students (ISEE, SAT, ACT,...
Education & Certification
- University of California-San Diego - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- IB Economics SL
- High School Economics
- PSAT Writing Skills
- +66 subjects

Malcolm: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
...copy editor for the Italian branch of Google Ads, and performed a year of national service with the City of Philadelphia through AmeriCorps VISTA. In Fall 2016, I will begin my JD studies at the Georgetown University Law Center, where I hope to focus on international and human rights law. I love using teaching to build relationships and share ideas with his students! Though I teach a wide variety of subjects and enjoy them all...
Education & Certification
- Temple University - Bachelors, English; Italian
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- GRE
- Writing
- SAT Subject Test in Italian
- +35 subjects

Parisa: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
...especially when compared to my classmates, whether that was in test-taking or in any academic subject. So, I know what it's like to really wrestle with a subject, and I know what kind of assistance is helpful (and what kind of assistance/teaching is not). I think this--empathizing with a student and knowing the difference between good and bad help--is the most important quality of a good tutor. And just as importantly, I will work hard...
Education & Certification
- University of Virginia-Main Campus - Current Undergrad, Politics Honors and Economics
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- Test Prep
- High School Business
- Reading
- +26 subjects

Will: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
...for the bar after graduating cum laude from Northwestern University Law School this May. I studied at St. Ignatius College Prep and graduated summa cum laude from Villanova University (including a two-term stint at Cambridge University). Between Villanova and Northwestern I worked at an academic non-profit organization and evaluated hundreds of fellowship candidates' writing and academic work. I will work with each student to craft a personalized plan of study and improvement based on the...
Education & Certification
- Villanova University - Bachelor in Arts, Humanities & Political Science
- Northwestern University - Juris Doctor, Law
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- LSAT Analytical Reasoning
- SAT Reading
- LSAT Reading Comprehension
- +22 subjects

Michael: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
...for the test. While the LSAT is challenging, it is learnable, and with a basic understanding of logical concepts and some key strategies to approach each section, anyone is capable of improving his/her score significantly. These concepts and strategies helped boost my score 17 points over the course of 2 months. As someone who has recently gone through the law school admissions process, I am also happy to help students with any other aspect of...
Education & Certification
- Middlebury College - Bachelors, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- SAT Reading
- SAT Writing and Language
- Algebra 2
- +26 subjects

Alex: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
...in earnest over a decade ago when I taught ESL in South Korea. During that time and since, I've been fortunate to tutor students of all ages and in a variety of subjects. I received a BA in International Relations and Economics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and more recently completed my MBA program at the University of Southern California. My business school classmates and I took pride in offering group tutoring in subjects such...
Education & Certification
- University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
- University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelor in Arts, International Relations
- University of Southern California - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
- University of Southern California - Masters in Business Administration, Real Estate
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- GRE
- GMAT
- DAT
- +88 subjects

Benjamin: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
...not have much formal experience in tutoring, I was a peer tutor throughout high school. Also, as the oldest sibling, it fell to me to help my younger brother and sister through the difficult times in their studies, so I have plenty of experience helping students find the right way to learn the skills and information they need for school. As you may have guessed from my interest in libraries, I love reading. Mostly I...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Davis - Bachelor in Arts, History
- Drexel Online University - Master of Science, Library and Information Science
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- GRE
- English
- ACT Writing
- +36 subjects

Nicholas: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
...school to college. Additionally, I have been a high school teacher of both Spanish and French for the past 2 years. I am trained in foreign language pedagogy and know how students can best acquire foreign languages, and I have spent time implementing successful approaches on a classroom scale. My love for languages started long ago, and I really enjoy helping others to learn them. In college, I studied for a semester in the south...
Education & Certification
- University of Delaware - Bachelors, Spanish Education
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- IB Language B HL
- Spanish 4
- LSAT Argumentative Writing
- +26 subjects

Stacie: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
...learn and understand. I love learning new things myself, but nothing compares to the sense of accomplishment and purpose that comes with helping others do the same. I take great pride in developing individualized tutoring programs for my students based on their specific needs and goals. I previously taught high school for several years and also have tutoring experience in a wide variety of subject areas. At this time, I focus almost exclusively on assisting...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Arlington - Bachelors, English
- Texas AM University - Commerce - Current Grad Student, Secondary Education
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- GRE Subject Tests
- GRE
- GMAT
- +134 subjects

Matt: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
...over 7 years and have absolutely loved it! It has always been very gratifying for me to help students develop academically and improve their performances on important tests like the LSAT and SAT. I have an excellent academic record and have done very well on standardized tests such as the SAT and the LSAT. I understand the skills and strategies needed to succeed on these tests, and how to present them to students in a...
Education & Certification
- William and Mary - Bachelors, Psychology and Philosophy Double Major
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- GRE
- LSAT 5-Week Prep Class
- LSAT Logical Reasoning
- +24 subjects

Michael: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
...the plan of double-majoring in English and Computer Science because I love to read and love technology. I didn't have any clear career path in mind, but I thought I'd start by following what I'm enthusiastic about. My experience in those classes showed me a darker side of those studies: books like Middlemarch and debugging. Ugh. I found my philosophy class, which I took as part of the core curriculum, to be far more interesting....
Education & Certification
- Furman University - Bachelors, Philosophy
- University of South Florida-Main Campus - Current Grad Student, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- GRE
- SAT Mathematics
- GRE Verbal
- +26 subjects

Jeanna: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
...age, my parents foster a profound belief that a good education was crucial to your future. Since then, I have tried to encourage other students to strive for academic achievement. I graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. I also received my TEFL certificate in 2012. I have taught English in South Korea for two years at an after-school academy. Since then I have also taught debate and juvenile...
Education & Certification
- University of Florida - Bachelors, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- Spanish 1
- College English
- Korean
- +57 subjects

Adam: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
...from the University of Cincinnati. I plan on attending law school in the near future, but I have always enjoyed teaching. I started tutoring during my junior year of high school, finding that I had an aptitude for analogies that helped students learn the material. I tutor a large variety of subjects, including LSAT, SAT, and ACT. I also tutor various academic subjects, primarily in the fields of math and science. My favorite subject to...
Education & Certification
- University of Cincinnati-Main Campus - Bachelors, Sociology
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- LSAT Argumentative Writing
- Middle School Science
- Calculus
- +186 subjects

Sam: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
...of Arizona with a B.A. in Philosophy. I was accepted to Harvard, Stanford, UC Berkeley, UPenn, and NYU Law Schools. I most enjoy tutoring subjects that are distinctively analytical, like the LSAT, philosophy, and logic. I think these subjects are a unique challenge to teach because students only develop the necessary skill if they are able critically think through the problems at hand. I thus do my best to guide my students thinking processes, rather...
Education & Certification
- University of Arizona - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- College English
- Writing
- Geometry
- +23 subjects

Yusef: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
...education. In the summer of 2014, I started preparing for the LSAT while working full-time at a think tank in Washington, DC. I attended a few prep courses, but primarily self-studied, relying exclusively on prep books. I worked through every page of them and completed nearly every practice LSAT test available. I can confidently say that I owe my 173 score to the methods I picked up along the way and have become intimately familiar...
Education & Certification
- University of Chicago - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
- University of Cambridge - Masters, Development Studies
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- LSAT Logical Reasoning
- LSAT Analytical Reasoning
- Essay Editing
- +7 subjects

Alison: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
...literacy in groups who are traditionally underrepresented in the STEM fields. Through my roles as a teaching assistant and peer mathematics tutor, elementary ESL teacher in France, AmeriCorps Service Learning and Mentoring Specialist, and community college tutor, I have followed my passion for helping others develop skills and confidence in all areas of the subject. Having worked with students ranging from elementary school to college, I am equally comfortable teaching multiplication tables and long division...
Education & Certification
- SUNY Plattsburgh - Bachelors, Mathematics (with French minor)
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- GRE
- GRE Verbal
- Discrete Math
- +56 subjects

Nick: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
...diagnostic questionnaire to asses their strengths, commitment and availability. I recommend a core set of materials, provide encouragement throughout the studying process, and keep data on progress to best support a student through her training. Typically, one only takes the LSAT once, maybe twice. That means that you get one 3 month period to prepare. Don't be caught 2 months in feeling like you could have made more progress had you approached studying differently. Get...
Education & Certification
- Wake Forest University - Bachelors, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- GRE
- Spanish 1
- Math
- +22 subjects

Malcolm: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
...percentile on the LSAT, and it is my goal to help as many students score in that range as possible. I focus on simplifying the LSAT, and helping students think through the test. It's my fundamental belief that anyone can score really high on the exam, and I would love to help you get there. I currently plan on attending UT Law in 2022, and look forward to helping you get into your top choice...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- Graduate Test Prep
- LSAT Reading Comprehension
- LSAT Analytical Reasoning
- +2 subjects

Lear: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
...School. I love conversing with interesting students and learning from them. That's why I love being a tutor! I graduated from the University of Chicago in 2015 with degrees in Economics and Political Science. I spent most of 2015-2016 travelling around the world. I have been to over twenty countries and four continents. My goal is to visit as many as I can! I am willing to tutor a variety of subjects to a variety...
Education & Certification
- University of Chicago - Bachelors, Economics, Political Science
- Columbia Law School - Current Grad Student, J.D.
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- History
- Math
- Algebra 2
- +72 subjects