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If you're a Syracuse undergraduate or professional hoping to be admitted to a law school such as the Syracuse University College of Law, Varsity Tutors would be happy to support you by setting you up with the right Syracuse LSAT prep to assist you in reaching for your goals. The LSAT is one of the more difficult obstacles you will face when preparing to apply to the law school of your choice. Designed to assess you on the skills needed to succeed in law school courses and a future law career, the LSAT evaluates you on Reading Comprehension, Analytical Reasoning, and Logical Reasoning.
Your score on the LSAT is based on the number of questions you answer correctly. The exam consists of five 35-minute sections, all containing multiple choice questions. Four of these sections will contribute to your score. The unscored section, also known as the variable section, is used to test out new types of questions or evaluate new test formats. The placement of the variable section changes and you will not know which section is unscored until after you have received your score. In addition, the LSAT also includes a 35-minute unscored writing essay. With so many skills being assessed, you will want to do a comprehensive review to effectively prepare for the LSAT. An LSAT review course can help you gain confidence in your ability to do well on each of the assessments. Continue reading for more information about how LSAT prep can assist you during your LSAT review.
What can a Syracuse LSAT prep course cover?
The scored portions of the LSAT assess you on Reading Comprehension, Analytical Reasoning, and Logical Reasoning. Each of the sections, along with the unscored Writing assessment, test you on different types of skills. Let's take a closer look at each section, starting with the Writing portion of the LSAT.
You will have 35-minutes to complete your writing sample. A writing prompt will present you with a decision problem and you will be asked to choose between two positions or courses of action. You will need to be able to defend your choice. You're not being assessed on choosing the "right" or "wrong" position. This section of the LSAT allows you to showcase your argumentative writing skills. Copies of your writing sample will be sent to all the law schools you apply to. Law school admissions offices will look at your reasoning skills, clarity, organization, use of language, and writing mechanics. This is your opportunity to show that you are able to make a logical and clear argument using sound evidence.
The next section is the Reading Comprehension assessment. This is a 35-minute section which evaluates your ability to read a passage and understand examples of the types of difficult texts similar to the ones that you will have to read in law school. An LSAT course can help you practice determining the main idea or primary purpose of a particular passage as well as being able to infer information or ideas from the passage. You will also want to be able to apply the information in a selection to a new context and be able to determine the impact of new information on a claim or argument. Practicing these skills in an LSAT course will help you with improving your skills under the supervision of a knowledgeable instructor.
The Analytical Reasoning section contains questions which evaluate your capacity to understand the structure of relationships and your ability to draw conclusions about that structure. An LSAT course can help you practice comprehension of the basic structure of a set of stated relationships or how to reason using conditional statements. He will need to be able to determine what could be true or must be true based on facts which you are given as well as being able to infer what could be true in conjunction with new information presented in different hypothetical situations. You will also need to be able to recognize two statements which logically equivalent in context. These are skills that you will need in your law career as well during your LSAT exam, so an LSAT review course can have long lasting academic and professional benefits.
The Logical Reasoning assessment is split into two separate sections, each of which you have 35 minutes to complete. The section assesses your ability to critique, analyze, and complete an argument. Content in the section can come from newspapers, magazines, advertisements, or scholarly publications. The skills assessed in this section of the LSAT are your ability to recognize the parts of an argument, recommend similarities and differences between patterns of reasoning, identify flaws in arguments, and ability to draw a well-supported conclusion. All of these skills can be practiced during a Syracuse LSAT prep course where you can receive immediate feedback about your progress and which areas you need to improve.
What are the benefits of different types of Syracuse LSAT preparation?
When you let Varsity Tutors assist you with your review, you will be able to choose between two separate options. You can either sign up for an online LSAT course or work with a private mentor.
When you sign up for a Syracuse LSAT prep class, you will be able to access your class sessions using our online learning environment. This gives you access to your classes. You will be able to speak directly to your teacher as if you are sitting in the same classroom. You will also be able to participate in various group activities and discussions which can help you more fully understand a concept or idea.
If you are a more independent type of learner, you may wish to sign up to work with a Syracuse LSAT tutor. This allows you to schedule your study sessions at your own pace and focus on the exact areas in which you would like to improve. You'll be able to receive personalized lessons based on your exact educational requirements.
Both options have been designed to support you as you reach for your LSAT goals.
How do I get started with Syracuse LSAT prep?
At this point, you have already invested so much effort and time in your education. It makes sense to take advantage of the best opportunities available to help you further reach for your goals. If you're ready to get started, call Varsity Tutors today to get signed up for the right Syracuse LSAT prep to suit your particular needs.
Madeline: Syracuse LSAT test prep instructor
I love working with every type of student to help them reach their goals. As an English Ph.D. student, literature remains at the center of my educational journey. Reading and the skills that come with it--comprehension, analysis, critical thinking, empathy--are of utmost importance. I work hard to balance between challenging and encouraging my students. My excitable disposition and energy help to motivate learning and reinforce confidence in their own minds.
Education & Certification
- College of Saint Benedict - Bachelor in Arts, English
- Syracuse University - Current Grad Student, English
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- GMAT
- GRE
- ACT
- +35 subjects
Ryan: Syracuse LSAT test prep instructor
I am currently in law school and completing a masters degree in international relations. I hold an undergraduate degree in finance, and have previously worked designing new financial products. I believe in teaching with real world concepts that students can relate to, so the material can be learned for more than just passing a test.... Cater to the learning style of the individual.... Determine our goals, what success means to us, and try to figure out how the student learns most effectively.
Education & Certification
- University of Connecticut - Bachelors, Finance
- Syracuse University - Current Grad Student, Law and International Relations
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- Public Speaking
- Latin 1
- Macroeconomics
- +57 subjects
Erika: Syracuse LSAT test prep instructor
I studied biomedical engineering at the University at Buffalo. I am interested in patent law and will be attending the University of New Hampshire School of Law this Fall. I've taught a middle school summer course for the Buffalo Engineering Awareness for Minorities.
Education & Certification
- University at Buffalo - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- MCAT
- Other
- Elementary School Math
- +33 subjects
Susan: Syracuse LSAT test prep instructor
I have taught grades K - 12, as well as online college courses and in-class courses. I am very eager to help students succeed in their educational pursuits because an education is very personal - it's all yours - nobody can take it away from you. Knowledge is very powerful. Let's learn and grow together!
Education & Certification
- SUNY College at Oswego - Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
- SUNY College at Oswego - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- GMAT
- MCAT
- PCAT
- +212 subjects
Demetra: Syracuse LSAT test prep instructor
...I took courses and I did self-study, and I found the best success when I did self-studying. I am in law school because I was inspired by my late uncle who was a district attorney for sixteen years. He was such an inspiration to me as a child, and I did not feel like I fit in anywhere until I found my place in Criminal Law when I took a class during my undergraduate years....
Education & Certification
- Monmouth University - Bachelor in Arts, Criminal Justice
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- Art
- Violin
- Middle School Math
- +51 subjects
Madison: Syracuse LSAT test prep instructor
...concept until that happens. If you are a student with test anxiety, I've struggled with that in the past as well, and I am happy to give some coping strategies to help you perform your best on test day! If you are looking for homework between sessions, I'd be happy to select practice assignments in between our sessions. I will do the problems alongside you. This will help you visualize the strategies I use.
Education & Certification
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Bachelor in Arts, Peace and Conflict Resolution Studies
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- College Application Essays
- Graduate Test Prep
- LSAT Logical Reasoning
- +5 subjects
Adam: Syracuse LSAT test prep instructor
I love the humanities because, with careful study, they build a person from the inside out. Languages, writing and the arts require you to engage fully with their subjects - to produce something unique, something that only you can offer. This, to me, is true learning. It translates into clearer thinking, better grades and greater satisfaction in life.
Education & Certification
- California State University-Bakersfield - Bachelor in Arts, English
- University of Sussex - Doctor of Philosophy, English
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- GRE Subject Tests
- GRE
- TOEFL
- +56 subjects
Malcolm: Syracuse LSAT test prep instructor
...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 for different reasons, I feel most comfortable teaching test prep (SAT, GRE, LSAT) and TOEFL. My teaching approach is a combination of enthusiastic, friendly support and targeted, analytical skill development. I have two dogs: a black lab mix...
Education & Certification
- Temple University - Bachelors, English; Italian
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- GRE
- SAT Subject Test in Italian
- SAT Reading
- +35 subjects
Nicolas: Syracuse LSAT test prep instructor
...tremendously satisfying to help students conquer those initial hurdles and gain a feeling of mastery and confidence. I am patient, and I encourage my students to be patient as well. I also help students faceand in so doing, conquertheir fear of failure. We practice not fearing mistakes, but seeing them as opportunities to learn, hone skills, and grow more confident. One of my strongest attributes as a tutor is my ability to break down complex...
Education & Certification
- Duke University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- Study Skills and Organization
- High School English
- Graduate Test Prep
- +26 subjects
Parisa: Syracuse LSAT test prep instructor
...students of all ages and have experience teaching students from the elementary school level to the college level. I've worked one-on-one both with friends and with my students on various subjects, including writing, economics, math, and standardized testing. Some qualifications: I recently took the LSAT and scored a 180 after intensive independent study. I am very committed to helping other students increase their scores, as I fully understand the challenges of the test and I know...
Education & Certification
- University of Virginia-Main Campus - Current Undergrad, Politics Honors and Economics
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- SAT Reading
- SAT Writing and Language
- Essay Editing
- +26 subjects
Michael: Syracuse LSAT test prep instructor
...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 the application process. Given the substantial weight of the LSAT in the admissions process, however, I am particularly passionate about helping students master this test. I know from personal experience that the LSAT can be frustrating, but I...
Education & Certification
- Middlebury College - Bachelors, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- Pre-Algebra
- IB Philosophy SL
- SAT Mathematics
- +26 subjects
Alex: Syracuse LSAT test prep instructor
...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 as stats, economics, finance, etc., and I still feel ardently that the best way to fully understand a subject is to teach it! I have years of experience teaching algebra I & II, economics and Spanish, but also...
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
- DAT
- GRE
- GMAT
- +88 subjects
Matt: Syracuse LSAT test prep instructor
...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 way that is helpful.
Education & Certification
- William and Mary - Bachelors, Psychology and Philosophy Double Major
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- GRE
- SAT Reading
- LSAT 10-Week Prep Class
- +24 subjects
Benjamin: Syracuse LSAT test prep instructor
...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 read fiction, but also some non-fiction when I find a particular book that sparks my interest. I'm also exploring origami and meditation as a way to encourage...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Davis - Bachelor in Arts, History
- Drexel Online University - Master of Science, Library and Information Science
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- GRE
- ACT
- English Grammar and Syntax
- +36 subjects
Chuck: Syracuse LSAT test prep instructor
I tutor the LSAT because I know it's a hard test and I know what it's like to struggle with it. However I also understand the process necessary to produce better scores, and nothing is more satisfying to me than helping someone achieve what seemed impossible a few months ago.... Your score is a product of so many factors--your understanding of the material, your speed, even how accurately you bubble answers--but in the end it all comes down to whether you studied the test from every angle and put in the time necessary to get the results you want.
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelors, Finance
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- LSAT Analytical Reasoning
- Graduate Test Prep
- LSAT Logical Reasoning
- +1 subjects
Nicholas: Syracuse LSAT test prep instructor
...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 of Spain and lived with a family there. It was there that I learned the true power of being able to communicate in foreign languages. Whatever your goals may be - whether it's improving your grades in a...
Education & Certification
- University of Delaware - Bachelors, Spanish Education
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- LSAT Analytical Reasoning
- SAT Subject Test in Spanish
- IB Language B HL
- +26 subjects
Adam: Syracuse LSAT test prep instructor
...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 tutor is Chemistry, followed closely by Physics. I feel that anyone can learn anything as long as it is explained in a way that is conducive to them, and I aim to achieve that in my teaching. Outside...
Education & Certification
- University of Cincinnati-Main Campus - Bachelors, Sociology
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- Geometry
- 5th Grade
- 6th Grade Math
- +186 subjects
Melanie: Syracuse LSAT test prep instructor
...of Gender and Law. Prior to starting law school, I gained experience working with non-profits and on political campaigns. I earned my bachelor's degree in Public Policy from Stanford in 2011. I enjoy the opportunity to work with clients as they apply to college and graduate school, by helping with both test prep and admissions essays. I approach my tutoring with an open mind and work with clients to develop a preparation strategy that works...
Education & Certification
- Stanford University - Bachelor in Arts, Public Policy
- Columbia Law School - Juris Doctor, N/A
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- High School English
- Writing
- College Essays
- +15 subjects
David: Syracuse LSAT test prep instructor
...have experience in a wide-range of subjects including Economics, Political Science and other social sciences, and standardized tests. In college, I was a Political Science and Economics major. My favorite Political Science class was Political Philosophy Theory, and my favorite Economics class was Labor Economics. I scored a 177 on the LSAT and a 34 on the ACT, and I'm experienced in tutoring these subjects as well. I was ranked 4th in the country in...
Education & Certification
- American University - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- Social Sciences
- Business
- ACT Math
- +30 subjects
William: Syracuse LSAT test prep instructor
...you perform better on tests or more fully understand target materials, but will work hard to maximize your opportunities to reach your goals. I am also happy to help with undergraduate and law school admission prep and application review. In high school I was accepted to several top schools including Harvard, and have received acceptance letters from several law schools ranked as top ten in the nation. I would be more than happy to help...
Education & Certification
- United States Military Academy - Bachelors, United States History
- University of Virginia-Main Campus - Current Grad Student, Juris Doctor
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- AP United States History
- English
- High School English
- +28 subjects