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Yes, law schools can see your LSAT scores from the reportable period. See what is reported, how schools use it and what to do about a low score.
Quick answer: yes. Schools you apply to can see your scores from the current reportable score period, not only your highest. LSAC reports scores for up to five testing years after the year you earned them. Scores from before July 2021 are no longer valid for admission. See LSAC on LSAT scoring.
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Rules on how canceled tests appear can change, so check LSAC’s scoring page if that matters to you.
Does It Hurt to Have a Low Score on File?
Usually not much, because many schools focus on your highest score. A later, higher score tends to matter more than an earlier low one. See do law schools average LSAT scores.
Can You Hide a Score?
Not after it is reported. Your options are to cancel in time or use Score Preview. Canceled scores still count toward your limits.
Should You Explain a Low Score?
If there is a real reason, such as illness on test day, a short addendum can help. If there is no special reason, you often do not need one. A big jump between scores generally speaks for itself.
FAQ
Do law schools see only my highest score?
No. They can see all reported scores in the period.
How long do scores stay on my record?
LSAC reports them for up to five testing years after the testing year you earned them.
