A viewer asks whether to register for the LSAT while their scores are still improving. Ben and Nathan advise the student to sign up if they are happy with their scores but continue to study as they still have room to improve.

Also in this episode

- How to handle studying on “difficult” days

- Whether to accept a conditional scholarship or keep studying for a higher score

- Another contestant on the Personal Statement Gong Show

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0:00 Studying on “Difficult Days”

5:17 Test D Question — “Mount Stupid”

24:04 Things We Actually Enjoy

28:03 Attending with a Conditional Scholarship

43:36 Maximizing Your LSAT Score

48:20 Wrong Answer Journal

51:17 Trust the Process

58:08 Personal Statement Gong Show

1:05:19 Word of the week — heterodox

A student writes in asking whether they should focus on studying for the LSAT while having a low GPA. Ben and Nathan advise them to prioritize focusing on earning the best possible grades before beginning LSAT prep.

Also in this episode:

- A question about choosing between law schools with a $15,000 difference

- Advice a student received from another prep company

- When to send a letter of continued interest

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0:00 Test D Question “Animal Owners”

19:13 Things We Enjoy

23:03 The $15,000 Difference

33:43 Pearls v. Turds

39:57 Leaving the Demon

42:55 Focusing on Your GPA

53:22 Retaking a 175

1:05:18 When to Send a LOCI

1:10:20 Word of the Week — flummoxed

The ABA has released new 509 data revealing how LSAT and GPA medians have shifted over the past year, along with updated data into how schools are distributing scholarships. Ben and Nathan break down the numbers and react to several schools that have made significant changes.

Also in this episode:

- How to handle LSAT questions you’ve seen before

- The Arkansas Supreme Court allows lawyers to use AI in their work

- Should a listener prioritize location or ranking for law school?

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0:00 LSAT Question on Pinched Nerves

19:46 New 509 Reports

40:10 Repeat Questions

50:47 Fourth RC Passage Strategy

55:30 Arkansas Supreme Court Updates Rules on AI

1:01:28 Accusation of Cheating

1:18:00 Regional vs. T20 Law School

1:27:55 Word of the Week — admonition

1:34:22 Things We Like