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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!
Viraj: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
...graduated this past summer from UC San Diego with a major in Political Science and a minor in Management Science (which attempts to draw empirical conclusions from economic data). I recently submitted my applications to a number of law schools, and I plan to accept admission for this Fall. Until then, I will be working as a tutor in the San Diego area. In high school I was a debate captain for a national-level debate...
Education & Certification
- University of California-San Diego - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- IB Economics
- ISEE
- High School English
- +66 subjects
Sabrina: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
...completed training as an Emergency Medical Technician and took coursework in Wilderness Search and Rescue at the University of West Georgia. I started a dual degree in veterinary medicine and graduate school, earning a DVM/PhD. My doctoral work was with viral diseases in white-tailed deer. I have spent the last two years in a residency program with the veterinary medical teaching hospital at UC-Davis, and I am now completing my final year of training here...
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
- College Algebra
- GRE Verbal Reasoning
- +106 subjects
Chuck: San Diego 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
- LSAT Reading Comprehension
- LSAT Logical Reasoning
- +1 subjects
Nicholas: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
...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 course, or learning for travel - I will be more than able to help you reach them. Additionally, I...
Education & Certification
- University of Delaware - Bachelors, Spanish Education
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- Spanish 1
- Spanish 2
- LSAT Essay Section
- +26 subjects
Nicolas: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
...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 ideas into clear and accessible language. There is nothing more gratifying than working through a difficult concept with a...
Education & Certification
- Duke University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- College English
- Essay Editing
- LSAT Analytical Reasoning
- +26 subjects
Stacie: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
...greatest passion in life is helping others 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...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Arlington - Bachelors, English
- Texas AM University - Commerce - Current Grad Student, Secondary Education
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- GMAT
- GRE Subject Tests
- PCAT
- +134 subjects
Malcolm: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
...am a teacher, translator, and communications professional who was born and raised in the Philadelphia area. I graduated cum laude from Temple University in 2012 with degrees in English and Italian. After graduation, I moved to Sardinia to teach English as a Foreign Language and work as a freelance Italian-to-English translator. Since returning to the United States in mid-2013, I have taught SAT Prep for a local nonprofit, worked as a copy editor for the...
Education & Certification
- Temple University - Bachelors, English; Italian
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- GRE
- GRE Verbal
- High School English
- +35 subjects
Parisa: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
...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 to tailor each tutoring session to the student's needs. I know that everyone's learning style is different, and I view it as my responsibility to cater to...
Education & Certification
- University of Virginia-Main Campus - Current Undergrad, Politics Honors and Economics
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- SAT Writing and Language
- SAT Reading
- SAT
- +26 subjects
Will: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
...am a Chicago native who is studying 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...
Education & Certification
- Villanova University - Bachelor in Arts, Humanities & Political Science
- Northwestern University - Juris Doctor, Law
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- LSAT Reading Comprehension
- Reading
- AP US History
- +22 subjects
Adam: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
...earned a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology 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...
Education & Certification
- University of Cincinnati-Main Campus - Bachelors, Sociology
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- ACT
- IB Theatre HL
- Geography
- +186 subjects
Molly: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
...am a graduate of Yale University, where I majored in Global Affairs. After graduation, I spent one year at a liberal arts college in Singapore, where I worked in the writing center and mentored students extensively in academic writing. Since then, I have been traveling, while continuing to tutor writing skills online. I emphasize learning how to write a clear, organized, and persuasive argument supported by solid evidence. In addition, I have experience tutoring students...
Education & Certification
- Yale University - Bachelor in Arts, Global Affars
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- Writing
- College Essays
- LSAT Reading Comprehension
- +17 subjects
David: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
...graduated from Clark University where I earned my Bachelor's Degree in Philosophy and played Varsity Baseball. Upon graduation, I joined Teach For America and returned home teaching at a public charter school in Brooklyn, NY. After this, I took the LSAT and decided to help others to achieve the same success on the LSAT that I did. I teach all aspects of the LSAT and enjoy each and every section. As a philosophy major, I...
Education & Certification
- Clark University - Bachelors, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- LSAT Analytical Reasoning
- Graduate Test Prep
- LSAT Essay Section
- +2 subjects
Mayank: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
...am a graduate of UCLA. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Business Economics. Since graduation, I scored within the top 2% on the LSAT, spent a few years working at leading investment bank, and I am currently building a technology startup. I have significant tutoring experience in a wide range of subjects from math, biology, test prep (SAT / LSAT), finance, and economics. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, playing sports, and watching...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, Business Economics
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- GRE Subject Tests
- GRE
- ACT
- +40 subjects
Nick: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
...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 support from someone who's been through the process. Let's work...
Education & Certification
- Wake Forest University - Bachelors, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- GRE
- Spanish 4
- LSAT Analytical Reasoning
- +22 subjects
Ben: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
...all learn in different ways, and I love figuring out what makes the light bulb go on for individual students. I view my job as helping you achieve your goals in a way that's informed by how you grapple with facts, concepts and tests. I am a 2009 graduate of the University of Chicago in Statistics and Political Science. I have been a tutor for test prep (including ACT, SAT, LSAT and AP testing), academic...
Education & Certification
- University of Chicago - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- GMAT
- GRE
- SAT Reading
- +81 subjects
Austin: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
...graduated valedictorian of my major with a B.S. in Communications from Cornell in 2013 and spent the better part of the next year teaching English abroad before I headed back home to the U.S. to transition into law school. I am interested in one thing and one thing only: getting you the grade you want on the LSAT. While I initially struggled with the exam, scoring a low score on my initial diagnostic, in three...
Education & Certification
- Cornell University - Bachelor of Science, Communications
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- LSAT Logical Reasoning
- Graduate Test Prep
- LSAT Analytical Reasoning
- +1 subjects
Michael: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
...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 will help students to break down each section and minimize the test's intimidation factor. With patience, repetition, and an...
Education & Certification
- Middlebury College - Bachelors, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- IB Philosophy HL
- IB Philosophy SL
- Writing
- +26 subjects
Germaine: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
...what one can accomplish by employing these effective techniques! My goal as a tutor is to effectively impart these formulas to my students and equip them with the knowledge and confidence to approach any academic challenge that comes their way. After receiving my Bachelors in Philosophy from Princeton University, I moved to the Boston area where my true passion remains teaching and tutoring. Much of my time is spent working with my students, volunteering as...
Education & Certification
- Princeton University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- PSAT
- LSAT Logical Reasoning
- Quantitative Reasoning
- +32 subjects
Henry: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
I love standardized tests. It might sound weird, but they're usually straightforward, you can sit with them for hours, and, most importantly, you CAN get better at them through practice. That's what I hope to help you do as you prepare for the LSAT, SAT, ACT or any other subject. I also have a blast editing essays, so make sure to use all of these services to their fullest potential!
Education & Certification
- University of Kansas - Bachelor of Science, Economics
- University of Kansas - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- English
- Microeconomics
- Graduate Test Prep
- +32 subjects
Lucille: San Diego LSAT test prep instructor
...the stress and fear that students can feel going into standardized testing, especially a large exam like the LSAT, and am passionate about helping others feel prepared going into their tests so that they can perform their very best. I work to empower my students to not only develop their skillsets in the areas that they will be tested on, but also to help them feel capable and confident in their abilities. Personally I genuinely...
Education & Certification
- University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelor of Science, Global Studies
- Georgetown University - Juris Doctor, Legal Studies
Subject Expertise
- LSAT
- Social Studies
- Accounting
- Microsoft Excel
- +67 subjects