Score improvement depends on your starting point and study intensity. Students typically see 5-15 point improvements with focused preparation, though some see more. The key is consistent practice between sessions, targeted work on weak sections, and applying strategies to full-length practice tests. Varsity Tutors connects you with experienced LSAT instructors who can diagnose your specific challenges and create a focused study plan for maximum progress in your timeframe.

Most students have uneven performance across the three sections—Logic Games are often the biggest challenge, while Reading Comprehension requires different skills than Logical Reasoning. A personalized 5-week prep plan should allocate more time to your weaker areas while maintaining strength in sections where you already perform well. Expert tutors can diagnose exactly where you're losing points and design a study schedule that targets those specific gaps.

Logic Games require pattern recognition and systematic diagramming—skills that improve quickly with focused practice. The strategy is to master game types, develop efficient notation, and practice under timed conditions. In 5 weeks, you can go from struggling with games to solving them confidently if you commit to daily practice. Tutors can teach you proven diagramming methods and help you identify which game types give you the most trouble so you can drill those specifically.

Timing on the LSAT isn't about working faster—it's about working smarter. Effective strategies include triaging questions (answering easier ones first), knowing when to skip and come back, and recognizing question patterns that slow you down. Practicing with real timed tests helps you internalize pacing without panic. A 5-week prep class teaches these timing strategies and gives you multiple opportunities to practice them on full-length exams so they become automatic on test day.

Most students benefit from taking at least 4-6 full-length practice tests during a 5-week prep period—roughly one per week, plus a final diagnostic at the start. Each test should be followed by thorough review to identify patterns in your mistakes. Practice tests serve two purposes: they build stamina and test-day confidence, and they reveal exactly which question types and sections need more work. Your tutor can help you analyze each test strategically rather than just reviewing answers.

Test anxiety often stems from unfamiliarity with the format or fear of specific sections. The best antidote is repeated exposure through practice tests taken under real conditions—this builds confidence and makes test day feel routine. Tutors can also teach breathing and mental strategies to manage stress in the moment, and help you develop a pre-test routine that calms your nerves. Taking multiple practice tests during your 5-week prep means you'll feel genuinely prepared when the real test arrives.

Varsity Tutors connects you with expert LSAT instructors who understand the test deeply and know how to teach it effectively. When you reach out, you'll be matched with a tutor based on your specific needs, timeline, and learning style. Whether you need intensive 5-week prep or targeted help with specific sections, Varsity Tutors can find someone qualified to help you achieve your score goals.