LSAT Study Plan While Working Full Time

Quick answer: if you work full time, plan on about 4 to 6 months at around 10 to 12 hours a week. Use short weekday sessions for drills and review, and save full tests for the weekend.

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Full Time Worker LSAT Study Plan

Phase	What to do	Weekly time
Weekday mornings or evenings	45 to 90 minutes of drills or review.	5 to 7 hours
Saturday	Timed test or long practice block.	3 to 4 hours
Sunday	Review Saturday’s work.	2 to 3 hours

These are suggestions. Adjust them to your starting score and your target. Start with a diagnostic test, and set your goal with what LSAT score do I need.

Tips for Full Time Worker

Study before work if you can, since you will be fresher.
Protect one day off each week to avoid burnout.
Use your commute for reviewing your journal.
Take your full tests at the same time of day as your real test.
If time is very short, a course can save you from planning it all yourself.

What to Study With

Start with LSAC’s four free official PrepTests and the free lessons on LawHub. Add one strong book if you want. See the best LSAT prep books and free LSAT prep.

Need a full calendar? See the LSAT study schedule with 1, 3 and 6 month plans.

How to Make It Stick

The biggest risk with a job is losing momentum, not lack of talent. Book your study like a meeting. Pick a test date that gives you plenty of room, because an extra month matters less than cramming while tired. On busy weeks, keep a small habit going, even 20 minutes, so you do not lose your rhythm.

FAQ

Can I study for the LSAT while working full time?

Yes. Many people do, usually over more months.

How many hours a week do I need?

Around 10 to 12 hours is a common goal.

Should I take time off before the test?

If you can, a few lighter days before the test can help.

LSAT Study Plan for Working Full Time