LSAT exam format — 5 sections, 120–180 scale, pure reasoning
Section breakdown
You cannot tell which section is the unscored variable section. Treat every section as if it counts — maintaining equal effort and focus across all five prevents the variable section from disrupting your performance on scored sections.
Logic Games: highest ROI for score improvement
Logic Games (Analytical Reasoning) is the most learnable LSAT section. Most students improve by 6–10 raw points through systematic drilling of game types: ordering, grouping, assignment, and hybrid. Start LG early and track your speed — 23–27 questions in 35 minutes demands ~1.3 min per question. Practice LSAT Logic Games on SGrade →
How many sections does the LSAT have?
The LSAT has 5 sections: 2 Logical Reasoning (LR), 1 Analytical Reasoning / Logic Games (LG), 1 Reading Comprehension (RC), and 1 unscored variable section (which can be any type). The variable section does not count toward your score.
How long is each LSAT section?
Each section is 35 minutes. The total testing time is 175 minutes (2 hours 55 minutes), plus a 10-minute intermission between sections 3 and 4.
What is the LSAT score range?
LSAT scores range from 120 (lowest) to 180 (highest). The median score is approximately 151. Top-14 law schools typically admit students with a median LSAT of 168–174.
Is the LSAT digital now?
Yes. The LSAT has been fully digital since 2019. You take it on a tablet (provided at test centres) or remotely via laptop/desktop. Writing tools and a digital scratch pad are available.
What is Logic Games on the LSAT?
Analytical Reasoning (Logic Games) presents 4 games, each with 5–7 questions (23–27 questions total). Each game describes rules governing arrangements, assignments, or sequences that you must work through using formal logic.
How many Logical Reasoning questions are on the LSAT?
Two LR sections contribute approximately 50 questions total (24–26 per section). LR tests argument identification, flaw recognition, assumption finding, inference, and strengthening/weakening of arguments.
How is the LSAT scored?
A raw score (number correct) is converted to a scaled score (120–180). The conversion curve varies by test administration. Scores are also reported as a percentile rank. LSAC keeps your highest score; law schools may see all scores.
How many times can I take the LSAT?
You can take the LSAT up to 3 times per testing year, 5 times within 5 consecutive testing years, and 7 times over a lifetime. LSAC reports the highest score, though all scores may be visible to schools.