So, I was supposed to take the September/October LSAT, but I recently moved it to December. I took a Testmasters class last summer and have been reviewing everything this summer. However, I havn't finished everything yet, I still need to do more practice tests and I want to do private tutoring, so I pushed the test date back. When my boss (an attorney) found out about the move, she said "Yeah, someday you'll take the test...you keep moving the date!" But I only did it once. I felt like I made the right decision and still do, but what she said really hurt my feelings and now I feel stupid! When I told a co-worker, who is also taking the test in Oct., she said, "OMG, what happened?!" Now I'm bummed and feel like a retard! People think I'm stupid or something! Please tell me what you think, with some encouraging thoughts, I hope.
2006-09-14 08:21:05 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
You made the right decision on postponing taking the LSAT. The worst decision would have been giving into peer and boss pressure about taking the test earlier. The organization according the website recommends taking it once only. If you had taken it before you felt ready, you would be stressing out about the situation leading up to the test date. The comment by the coworker made me flinch because she was not looking for your best interests on the test nor examined the LSAT.org website on test recommendations. In the long run, you have made the right decision to postpone the test until December. You will feel a lot better about the decision as time passes. Just remember to set some time aside each day to study besides taking practice tests. A person can never over study or get ready for an important test.
2006-09-14 08:52:54 · answer #1 · answered by dawncs 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think you are fine. I am in Law School right now. I actually did the same thing, and took a LSAT class. It helped I think. The only draw back for doing this is you cannot apply early. This does not hurt you that much. Law Schools make decision about admissions later in the year. Unless you just have an amazing undergrad gpa at a excellent school, you should not worry about it. Your main goal is to get into the school you want, not to keep up with your friends and boss. Good luck.
2006-09-14 09:33:25 · answer #2 · answered by Sloan G 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Some people, like your boss, are just going to be that way. They can't help themselves and you can't help them anyway.
However, take his point seriously! Knuckle down and do what you have to to pass that test. You may only have your job because someone on the staff assumed you would take the test. Even if not, you must have told someone you intended to take it, and further delays may make you look like someone who can't follow through.
You don't need to talk to him, or anyone else in the office about it, unless they can help you with your studies. And if you do go looking for help, don't go around as if you are desperate or devastated. Go to them like a professional, seeking professional help.
So, whether or NOT things are as nasty as I suggest they MIGHT, make the LSAT a high priority.
Without it YOU may be a low priority in your boss' eyes.
2006-09-14 08:39:11 · answer #3 · answered by Vince M 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I think you made the right decision because it's only 2 months later, so it can't be that long a wait for your boss. But the 2 months will give you a lot of time to review and your good score would be worth it all. When you get that high score back, your collegues would forget all about this.
2006-09-14 08:24:31 · answer #4 · answered by yofatcat1 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I agree with all of the above. I am faced with the Praxis in order to continue past 80 hrs in undergrad for being a teacher. Granted, it doesn't sit in the same league, however, too many people have taken it an failed, so study and I am sure you'll do well!
Adam
2006-09-14 13:47:02 · answer #5 · answered by Adam 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think that you are the smartest person out of the three. Why would you want to rush into something when you have the opportunity to study it more, complet the pretest portion, and be totally sure of yourself. I think it was extremely wise for you to push the test back to a date that will allow you the best chance possible to arm yourself with enough knowledge to pass the test with flying colors!!
Best Wishes and Good Luck with your test!
P.S. If more people thought of the consequences and took more time to arm themselves with knowledge before acting, the world would be a MUCH better place!
2006-09-14 08:22:12 · answer #6 · answered by poetic princess 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋