Your Ultimate LSAT Study Plan

Preparing for the LSAT isn’t about cramming—it’s about building real skills over time. At LSAT Demon, we believe in steady improvement. That means working at your own pace. This LSAT study plan outlines key milestones at the 1-month, 3-month, and 6-month marks. Think of them as flexible guideposts, not fixed deadlines. Whether you’re a college student, working full-time, or returning after a break, this plan can help you build the foundation you need to reach your goal score.

Why One Hour of High-Quality Study Matters

Quality Over Quantity
We recommend one solid hour of LSAT study per day.  It’s not about grinding for hours—it’s about making each study session count. Targeted drilling, interactive classes, and in-depth explanations help you actually understand the test. Progress comes from consistent, mindful effort that builds accuracy and confidence over time.

Community Support
Every LSAT Demon plan includes the Ask button, giving you real-time access to our team of tutors. You can also join our active Discord community, where students and teachers swap tips, celebrate wins, and support each other. Daily live classes give you the chance to learn from 99th-percentile teachers in an interactive and fun environment. 

1-Month Focus: Laying the Foundation

Month one is all about mastering the basics. Whether you’re starting fresh or returning after a break, this is where you build the habits that will carry you forward.

Weeks 1–2

• Take a cold diagnostic: Take a diagnostic test. This will give you a starting point to build from. Thoroughly review your mistakes. 

• One hour a day: Alternate between untimed drilling to focus on accuracy and timed sections to learn to ignore the clock.

• Thorough Review: After each session, review your mistakes until you make the “click”—that moment of real understanding.

• Use your Resources: Live classes happening every day, a comprehensive lesson library, and the Ask Button are all available.

Weeks 3–4

• Keep the routine going: One hour a day, mixing timed and untimed work. 

• Level up: Dive deeper into questions and explanations.  Understand why the right answer is irrefutably correct, and why the wrong answers are definitively incorrect. 

If you need more than a month to feel solid on the basics, take it. Without a strong foundation, it’s tough to succeed on this test. Take the time to build yours—it’s an investment that pays off. Don’t forget, a single point increase on the LSAT can translate to thousands in scholarship money.  

By the 3-Month Mark: Building Momentum

Once you've built a foundation, dig deeper. Keep sharpening your skills and broadening your understanding of the test.  

Month 1

• Continue the one-hour-a-day approach.

• Stay laser-focused on accuracy. 

Month 2

• Track Your Scores: Continue to alternate between drilling and timed sections. Merge your timed sections to get a 120-180 score. 

• Maintain Review: Thoroughly review your mistakes. For each missed question, don’t move on until you feel the “click.” 

Month 3

• Monitor Scores:  If taking a full-length practice test feels intimidating, take one. If not, focus on timed sections and merge them weekly. Fill the rest of your time with drilling, live classes, and review. 

 

By the 6-Month Mark: Achieving Mastery

Around the six-month mark, aim to refine and master your approach. If it takes longer than six months, no worries. These guidelines keep you moving forward at a comfortable pace.

Months 1–2

• Solidify Accuracy: Build your accuracy through untimed drilling. Refuse to choose incorrect answer choices. 

• Timed Sections:  Each week, do two timed sections of LR and one of RC.

Months 3–4

• Focus on the One-Hour Schedule: Keep building consistency. If you’re unsure whether to concentrate on practice tests or timed sections, check out this article.

• Track Progress: Use practice tests and timed sections to gauge your progress. Do all your practice in the Demon and allow us to do the work tracking your growth.

Months 5–6

• Address your weaknesses: This is the time to fill in any remaining gaps. 

• Register for the official test: When your practice test scores are consistently in your target range—sign up for an upcoming LSAT. If you're not where you want to be, keep studying. It's better to delay and aim for your best possible score than to rush into taking the LSAT.

Podcast Recommendations for Every Stage

Wherever you are in your LSAT journey, these episodes from The LSAT Demon Daily podcast can help:

• You Can Solve The LSAT

• LSAT Study Plan Advice

• Don't Skip Leg Day

• Analytics Are a Distraction

• Focus on Individual Questions

• Make Flexible Predictions

• Treat LR like RC

• Wait Another Year

• Reviewing Questions

• Locking in for the LSAT

Each episode offers strategy, motivation, and practical tips to keep you on track with your LSAT Study Plan

Get More Out of LSAT Demon’s Live Classes

You don’t have to prep alone:

• 30+ hours of live classes every week: Our classes cover multiple levels of difficulty—Foundational, Intermediate, Advanced, and All Levels. Ask our teachers questions and get answers in real time.

• Cohort Classes: Four-week sessions focused on building your LSAT Study Plan, reviewing practice tests , admissions advice, and more.

Personalized Guidance: Monthly Coaching

Need help customizing your LSAT Study Plan? Book a free 15-minute LSAT Demon Consultation with an expert. We’ll help you:

• Identify strengths and weaknesses

• Customize your LSAT Study Schedule

• Choose classes and find teachers that best fit your needs

Join Our Discord Community

Stay motivated and connected in our Discord channel. You’ll find:

• Study buddies to sharpen your skills

• Teachers ready to answer pressing questions

• A network of fellow students aiming for top LSAT scores

Final Thoughts

The LSAT rewards logical reasoning and reading comprehension—skills that develop steadily over time and are essential for success in law school and a legal career. Whether you’re refining your LSAT Study Plan or just getting started, remember that consistent growth is key. Embrace flexibility, maintain your daily practice, and prioritize genuine understanding over quick fixes. With LSAT Demon’s structured approach, supportive community, and high-quality resources, you’ll be ready to crush the exam—on your own timeline.