LSAT Test Day Checklist

Quick answer: bring a valid physical ID that matches your LSAC name, and have your LSAT eligibility number and Prometric confirmation number ready. Plan to arrive early. The test takes about 3 hours, with a 10 minute break between sections two and three. Confirm the details on LSAC’s test day checklist. See who can take the LSAT for the full rules.

The Week Before

• Check your ID now. It must be valid, or expired within 3 months of your test date.
• Make sure your ID name exactly matches your LSAC account.
• Find your numbers on the LSAT Status page in JD Services.
• Plan your route and timing.
• Do your LSAT Writing if you can, as it opens 8 days before.

The Night Before

• Stop studying early.
• Lay out your ID and clothes in layers.
• Eat a normal meal and go to bed at your usual time.

Test Day

1. Eat something you know suits you.
2. Arrive early and bring your ID.
3. Put your things in the locker.
4. Take the 10 minute break. Stretch and drink water.
5. Remember that wrong answers cost nothing, so answer every question.

Test Day Timing

After the Test

You have six calendar days to cancel your score unless you bought Score Preview. See when scores come out.

Also see what to bring to the LSAT.

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• LSAT test dates
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• When are LSAT scores released?
• LSAT score calculator

Want to know how long you will be there? See how long the LSAT is, section by section.

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