🚨 Major Changes to the LSAT in 2024: A Farewell to Logic Games

Elimination of the Logic Games: The Law School Admission Council (LSAC), the body behind the LSAT, announced that the 'logic games' or the analytical reasoning section will be removed from the test in 2024. Gone will be the days of puzzling over dinner party meal preferences and seating arrangements.

Introduction of a New Logical Reasoning Section: In place of the logic games, the LSAT will now feature an additional logical reasoning section. This means the multiple-choice portion of the test will consist of two scored logical reasoning sections, one scored reading comprehension section, and an unscored section which could be either logical reasoning or reading comprehension.

The decision to remove the logic games section has its roots in a 2019 settlement. Two visually impaired test-takers claimed that the logic games section violated the Americans With Disabilities Act, as they couldn't use diagrams, often essential for these questions. The LSAC had four years to replace or revamp this section, leading to the announced changes.

Moreover, the logic games have long been a thorn in the side of many test-takers. Despite its notorious reputation for being the most challenging section, it's worth noting that this part of the test has contributed significantly to the booming LSAT test prep industry. Many find the games foreign and different from any other skill they've encountered, leading to widespread anxiety and a scramble for resources to master them.

Initial reviews of this revised format, based on over 218,000 exams, suggest there’s “virtually no impact on overall scoring.” Additionally, the new structure seems equally effective in predicting a student's potential success in their first year of law school.

For those contemplating when to take the LSAT, consider your law school start date. If aiming for fall 2024, take the LSAT before June 2024, which will still include the logic games. If planning for fall 2025 or later, weigh your strengths and weaknesses. Many students see more significant improvements in the logic games section with preparation. So, decide if you'd rather face the known challenge or prep for the new format with two logical reasoning sections.

Change can be daunting, but it can also signal progress and inclusion. The elimination of the logic games might level the playing field for many, without sacrificing the quality and rigor of the LSAT. Regardless of the format, diligent preparation remains key. The LSAT will continue to assess the essential skills for success in law school and beyond. So, keep those study habits sharp and stay informed!