Score improvement depends on your starting point and consistency, but most students see meaningful gains within 4-8 weeks of focused preparation. Students who struggle with Logic Games often jump 5-10 points on this section alone once they learn the core diagramming techniques and practice systematically—the section is highly learnable compared to others on the LSAT. The key is working with someone who can identify which game types trip you up and help you build confidence through targeted drills and full-length practice tests.

The biggest mistakes are rushing through setup (which creates cascading errors), failing to recognize game type patterns, and not investing enough time in practice. Many students also try to solve games in their head rather than using clear, efficient diagramming systems—this leads to confusion and wasted time. Additionally, students often skip games they find difficult instead of strategically choosing which ones to attempt, which costs them points they could have earned with better time management.

A tutor can diagnose exactly which game types and logical structures give you trouble, then create a customized study plan instead of you grinding through generic prep books. Tutors also teach you efficient diagramming methods and help you develop the pattern recognition skills that make games click—something that's hard to discover on your own. Perhaps most importantly, they can watch you work in real-time, catch inefficient habits before they become ingrained, and help you build the confidence needed to stay calm under the 35-minute time constraint.

Most students benefit from completing 15-20 full-length practice tests (or at minimum, 40-50 individual Logic Games sections) before test day, spaced out over several weeks. Quality matters more than quantity—each practice session should be untimed first to focus on accuracy and technique, then timed to build speed. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who can help you review your practice tests, identify patterns in your mistakes, and adjust your study schedule based on your progress.

Most test-takers should spend 8-9 minutes on setup and initial deductions for each game, then 1-2 minutes per question. The key is not rushing the setup—a solid diagram saves time overall because you can answer questions quickly and accurately. Many students benefit from learning to recognize which games are worth tackling first (usually the ones that match patterns they've practiced) and which to skip if time is running low, rather than getting stuck on a single difficult game.

Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who specialize in LSAT prep and have deep experience with Logic Games strategy. When you reach out, you can specify that you want someone focused on Analytical Reasoning, and we'll match you with a tutor whose background and teaching style fit your needs. Most tutors offer a free consultation so you can discuss your current challenges, target score, and timeline before committing.

Your first session typically includes a diagnostic assessment—your tutor will watch you work through a game or two to understand your current skill level, where you're losing time, and which game types give you the most trouble. From there, they'll explain their teaching approach, discuss your target score and timeline, and create a personalized study plan. You'll likely walk away with a clear understanding of which techniques to focus on first and some specific drills to practice before your next session.