The LSAT is the standard admissions test for law schools in the United States and Canada. It is run by the Law School Admission Council (LSAC). Since August 2024, the scored portion has three sections: two Logical Reasoning sections and one Reading Comprehension section, plus one unscored experimental section. Each section runs 35 minutes, so the whole test takes about three hours. Scores range from 120 to 180.
One point matters for Filipino students: law schools in the Philippines run their own admission exams, so the LSAT is only relevant if you plan to study law abroad. Check each Philippine school’s requirements directly instead of assuming they all work the same way.
If you do take the LSAT, start preparing months ahead. Learn the format first, then work through timed practice sets for each section type. LSAC posts free sample questions and practice tests on its website, and those are the most reliable materials available. Third-party guides and courses can help, but check reviews before paying.
Register on the LSAC website and book early, since seats at testing centers are limited. Registration fees change from year to year, so confirm the current amount on the LSAC site before you pay. Fee waivers exist for test takers who can show financial need. Review the admission requirements of the schools on your list, including requirements for international students, and plan your study calendar with proven time management techniques. If you move on to apply, reading about the student experience from admission to graduation can help you picture what comes next.
