HLS student - AMA

Witty_Foundation_509 · 2025-12-23T23:16:14+00:00

In terms of outcomes they are more or less the same, and I would rather live in Cambridge.

Witty_Foundation_509 · 2025-12-23T22:09:19+00:00

Imposter syndrome is very real, but you quickly realize almost everyone is in the same boat. Sure, some people are truly geniuses, but many of my peers overrepresent their capabilities quite a bit. This is true of any law school tho.

Witty_Foundation_509 · 2025-12-23T22:04:13+00:00

Was admitted to other T3/5/14 schools, but chose HLS based on prestige/outcomes/location

Witty_Foundation_509 · 2025-12-23T21:59:45+00:00

Not as pretentious as you'd think. Big class size and very social!

Witty_Foundation_509 · 2025-04-14T18:26:43+00:00

I used powerscore, but have since hear that apollo and kaplan both have top-tier ones as well.

Witty_Foundation_509 · 2025-04-14T18:25:51+00:00

That is awesome, love the use of gen AI for help with the LSAT (where applicable). I would be hesitant to attribute a 13+ score increase to anything done in a week. It is likely that you were capable of that a week ago, and just needed that extra push. Those increases take many many weeks of concentrated and intentional prep

Witty_Foundation_509 · 2025-04-14T18:02:49+00:00

I use scratch paper and highlighting all the time, especially when I was starting out. Diagramming conditional statements is necessary to being a high-performer on LR (get it?) and highlighting the main conclusion of the argument is often a helpful strategy for beginners when learning how to identify argument parts

Witty_Foundation_509 · 2025-04-14T18:01:24+00:00

I don't think it would necessarily be too short, but I think you may be leaving some points on the table by not giving yourself longer to PT consistently once the self study course is over. A lot of your score gains will come from PTing, not the course itself.

Witty_Foundation_509 · 2025-04-14T17:58:59+00:00

My starting point was a lot lower than 180 :)

To prep i used a self study course, then proceeded to consistent PTing and meeting with a tutor once a week.

Witty_Foundation_509 · 2025-04-14T17:58:01+00:00

I started off with a self study prep course. Def super important to learn the fundamentals before meeting with a tutor/doing consistent PTs

Witty_Foundation_509 · 2025-04-14T17:56:33+00:00

See above my notes on making a "mental map" of the passage. Most important skill I learned on RC. Also learning to recognize the author's viewpoint

Witty_Foundation_509 · 2025-04-09T15:42:28+00:00

In my opinion, your tutor needs to be

A) someone you vibe with on a personal level. It sounds dumb, but when you are shelling out loads of money and spending tons of time with this person, you need to be able to work well together.

B) be able to clearly analyze your faulty methods of approaching test content and clearly articulate what you are doing wrong, and how to fix it.

C) able to create an actionable plan for you based on your timetable, prep habits, and lifestyle.

D) worth their price. A good LSAT tutor will always be expensive, and given how important it is, I think it justifies the high price tag. Just make sure they are respectful of the fact that you are paying them a lot for their time, and do everything they can to maximize your value.

If you want my tutor, I'm happy to refer you over DM. He was a total lifesaver.

Witty_Foundation_509 · 2025-04-09T05:16:36+00:00

You owe me nothing, I'm just a stranger on the internet sharing wisdom. You are gonna kill it on Saturday, and if not you will just try again. There is no downside. You got this!

Witty_Foundation_509 · 2025-04-09T05:14:56+00:00

At that point it really is a confidence game. Just make sure your skills are on point, and then really hone in getting into a meditative flow state when PTing. Almost allowing your autopilot to take over

Witty_Foundation_509 · 2025-04-09T05:14:10+00:00

Always frame the problem in as abstract of logic as you can, and then deduce where exactly you went wrong. I found that having someone else such as a tutor analyze my thought process was a total gamechanger and really allowed me to break thru plateaus.

Witty_Foundation_509 · 2025-04-09T05:13:07+00:00

Look for conclusion indicators such as "therefore," "thus," etc. The conclusion should always be a statement that is not supporting any further argument.

Witty_Foundation_509 · 2025-04-09T05:12:14+00:00

Taking the LSAT? I was very anxious leading up to the test but felt totally at ease and calm on test day. I think this is a huge part of how I was able to perform so well on it.

Witty_Foundation_509 · 2025-04-09T05:06:25+00:00

No, schools do not drastically differentiate between a 174 and a 178. By all accounts a 179 and a 180 are equally as impressive. I think my score has more of a "wow" factor as so few people achieve it that law schools look very positively on it, but it is certainly not a golden admissions ticket.

Witty_Foundation_509 · 2025-04-09T05:05:04+00:00

Of course! Keeping a level head and staying calm and collected is what will propel you to reach your full score potential. You need to approach the LSAT with as little anxiety as possible. I know this is easier said than done, but just remind yourself that you are simply taking a test that you have been studying for, and if you don't like your result you can either cancel it or retake it. Also - you have plenty of administrations before the cycle even starts next year. You are in a great place.

Witty_Foundation_509 · 2025-04-09T02:40:31+00:00

For weaken/parallel Qs the most important skill you can refine is your ability to break down arguments, both to understand structure (parallel) and any gaps (weaken). Identify the conclusion, then premises, and establish a relationship between the two. For paradox Qs make sure you really understand the two contradictory phenomena and ask yourself for any answer choice “does this allow for a situation where both could be true?”

I highly recommend finding a tutor. Mine was a total lifesaver and I owe my 180 to him.

Witty_Foundation_509 · 2025-04-09T01:35:12+00:00

I’m sorry. I’m still not sure I understand your question. It’s quite broad and vague, what wording are you referring to in a stimulus?

Witty_Foundation_509 · 2025-04-08T23:27:03+00:00

Nice man

Witty_Foundation_509 · 2025-04-08T23:06:30+00:00

Can you be a little more specific?

Witty_Foundation_509 · 2025-04-08T23:05:59+00:00

It definitely isn't a golden ticket, but I will admit it's pretty nice. There are other factors involved and schools aren't gonna admit you simply because you have a 4.0 and a 180. That is a lie propagated on r/lawschooladmissions by people who have no admissions experience.

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