Score improvement depends on your starting point and current study habits, but many students see meaningful gains with focused, personalized prep. If you're starting around the 50th percentile, a 5-week program can help you target a 10-15 point increase through strategic practice and error analysis. The key is identifying your specific weak areas—whether that's pacing on Logic Games or reasoning strategy—and addressing them systematically with expert guidance.

Logic Games require a unique skill set that most students haven't practiced before: quickly diagramming complex rules and visualizing multiple scenarios under time pressure. Many test-takers struggle because they try to memorize game types rather than understanding the underlying logical structure. Personalized tutoring helps you develop a systematic approach to each game type, practice efficient diagramming techniques, and build the speed and accuracy needed to tackle all four games within the 35-minute time limit.

Most effective 5-week programs include 4-6 full-length, timed practice tests taken under realistic conditions. Early tests help identify your weak areas, while later tests measure progress and build test-day stamina. Between full tests, you'll complete targeted section drills and question sets focused on your specific challenges. The goal is quality over quantity—each practice test should be followed by detailed review to understand why you missed questions and refine your strategy.

Effective pacing varies by section: on Reading Comprehension, many students benefit from reading the passage first then tackling questions, while others preview questions first. For Logical Reasoning, the key is recognizing question types quickly to allocate time wisely. Logic Games require the most strategic time management—sometimes it's better to skip a difficult game and maximize points on easier ones. Personalized instruction helps you test different strategies during practice to find what works best for your strengths and test-taking style.

Test anxiety often stems from uncertainty about question formats or feeling unprepared for specific sections. A 5-week prep program reduces anxiety by building familiarity with every question type and timing scenario through repeated practice. Beyond content mastery, working with a tutor helps you develop mental strategies—like how to stay calm when you encounter a difficult game, when to move on from a tough question, and how to pace yourself to avoid panic. Confidence comes from knowing you've seen and solved similar problems before.

Reading Comprehension requires balancing speed with comprehension—you need to understand the passage's main argument and structure while managing time pressure. Common approaches include reading actively to identify the author's main point and tone, then using passage mapping to locate specific details for questions. Different students excel with different strategies: some preview questions first, others read the full passage then answer. Personalized tutoring helps you identify which approach fits your reading style, then practice it repeatedly until it becomes automatic.

Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who specialize in LSAT prep and understand the unique challenges of each section. The matching process considers your current score, target score, schedule, and learning style to find the right fit. Once matched, you'll work together to create a customized 5-week plan, take diagnostic tests to identify weak areas, and focus your preparation where it matters most for your goals.