The New LSAT Format (2025)
The Law School Admission Council (LSAC) removed the "Logic Games" section in August 2024. The current exam focuses heavily on Logical Reasoning.
| Section Type | Count | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Logical Reasoning (LR) | 2 Sections | ~66% |
| Reading Comprehension (RC) | 1 Section | ~33% |
| Experimental | 1 Section | 0% (Unscored) |
Raw Score Conversion Table
Estimates based on a standard 75-question test form.
| Target Score | Max Missed Questions | Required Accuracy |
|---|---|---|
| 175+ (Elite) | -0 to -5 | 94% - 100% |
| 170 (T14 Goal) | -9 to -11 | ~87% |
| 165 (Strong) | -14 to -16 | ~80% |
| 160 (Top 50) | -20 to -22 | ~72% |
| 150 (Median) | -32 to -34 | ~55% |
Admissions Chances by Score
Tier 1 (T14 Schools)
171+Schools like Yale, Stanford, and Harvard. You need to be in the 98th percentile or higher. A 170 is often the floor, not the target.
Tier 2 (Top 50)
162 - 168Strong regional powerhouses (Fordham, BC, Emory). A score in the mid-160s makes you competitive for significant merit scholarships.
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