Your first session focuses on assessment and planning. Your tutor will review your diagnostic test results, discuss your target score and law school goals, and identify which sections need the most attention. You'll also establish a study schedule and learn about the tutor's approach to tackling the three main sections: logical reasoning, reading comprehension, and logic games. This foundation helps ensure every future session builds toward your specific goals.

Logic games intimidate many test-takers, but they're highly learnable with the right system. A tutor can teach you diagramming techniques, help you recognize game types quickly, and develop strategies for managing time pressure. Rather than just drilling games, your tutor will help you understand the underlying logic and build confidence so you can approach unfamiliar game types with a solid framework.

Reading comprehension requires balancing speed with accuracy, and the right strategy depends on your natural reading style. Your tutor will help you experiment with different approaches—active annotation, question-first reading, or passage mapping—to find what works for you. They'll also teach you to identify question types, predict answers before looking at choices, and manage the mental stamina needed for four dense passages under time pressure.

Most students benefit from taking 15-20+ full practice tests under timed conditions before the actual LSAT. Your tutor will help you space these strategically throughout your study plan, using earlier tests to identify weak areas and later tests to build stamina and refine strategy. Between full tests, you'll focus on targeted drills for specific question types or sections, creating a balanced study routine that builds both skill and confidence.

Test anxiety often stems from unfamiliarity with the format or uncertainty about your skills—both things tutoring directly addresses. Your tutor will help you build confidence through repeated practice under realistic conditions, teach you pacing strategies so you're not rushed, and help you develop a pre-test routine that calms your nerves. Knowing you've practiced extensively and have a solid strategy going in makes a real difference on test day.

Most students benefit from 2-4 months of consistent preparation, though your ideal timeline depends on your starting score and target score. If you're aiming for a significant improvement, starting earlier gives you time to master fundamentals before moving into timed practice. Your tutor will help you create a realistic study schedule based on your current performance and can adjust the pace as needed to ensure you're ready when you sit for the test.

Look for tutors with strong personal LSAT scores (typically 170+), law school experience, and proven success helping students improve. For students in New Orleans, Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who understand the LSAT's nuances and can explain complex concepts clearly. A great LSAT tutor combines subject mastery with the ability to adapt their teaching style to your learning preferences and goals.