Austin asks whether to choose a local school or a higher-ranked one farther away. Nathan and Josh say most law schools are regional, rankings beyond the top 14 don’t matter much, and paying anything close to full price is a terrible deal regardless of location.

Darren started with a 152 and ended with a 174 after a year of steady, focused LSAT prep. When he prioritized honest review in lieu of gimmicks or shortcuts, he found his confidence skyrocket.

Joshua worries about running out of questions before reaching 170+, but Ben and Nathan explain that real progress comes from meaningful review, not volume. With proper review and LSAT Demon’s ever-expanding library, running out isn’t a real concern.

It’s fine if your reasoning differs from the explanation—wrong answers can be wrong for multiple reasons. Just make sure your logic holds up, especially with written explanations, and use the Ask Button to clarify and keep learning.

asha doesn’t need new accomplishments to reapply—she just needs a higher LSAT score and a refreshed essay focused on her experience.

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A listener asks if being eligible for the GI Bill might reduce his merit aid. Ben and Nathan say it’s possible schools assume GI benefits mean guaranteed payment, but it shouldn’t stop him from getting great offers if he applies broadly with a strong LSAT.

Ovidia struggles to meaningfully review RC. Nathan and Josh explain it usually comes down to poor passage comprehension. Slow down, read carefully, and make sure you understand the passage before ever looking at the questions.

Ben and Nathan advise against using gimmicks to gain an edge on the LSAT. The test consistently measures careful reading and argument understanding, so your preparation should focus on those skills.

Annika asks how to best use the LSAT’s ten-minute break. Josh and Nathan encourage her not to overthink it—eating, stretching, or meditating are all good options. Just be sure to follow the rules.