Find the best time to take your LSAT below. We have listed all the LSAT test dates below to help you find a time that works best for you.
The LSAT is given year-round (with the exception of a couple of months). There are usually blocks of LSAT test dates given on the same weekend.
Starting in 2019, the LSAT changed from a paper-and-pencil test to a digital test, with the writing sample taken separately via the LSAC website.
Summary: Find a LSAT test date that fits into your schedule below. Start your preparation by using one of the LSAT prep programs we reviewed.
LSAT Test Dates and Registration Deadlines for 2023-2024
Review the LSAT test dates for 2023 below. Please note that the LSAT registration deadline typically falls more than 1 month in advance of the exam date – this does vary, so be sure to double-check.
| LSAT Test Date (US & Canada) | LSAT Registration Deadline | LSAT Scores Released |
| January 13, 14 - 2023 | December 1, 2022 | February 1, 2023 |
| February 10, 11 - 2023 | December 27, 2022 | March 1, 2023 |
| April 14, 15 - 2023 | March 2, 2023 | May 3, 2023 |
| June 9, 10 - 2023 | April 25, 2023 | June 28, 2023 |
| August 11, 12 - 2023 | TBD | TBD |
| September 8, 9 - 2023 | TBD | TBD |
| October 13, 14 - 2023 | TBD | TBD |
| November 10, 11 - 2023 | TBD | TBD |
| January 12, 13 - 2024 | TBD | TBD |
| February 9 - 2024 | TBD | TBD |
| April 12 - 2024 | TBD | TBD |
| June 7, 8 - 2024 | TBD | TBD |
LSAT Test Dates and Registration Deadlines for 2022
| LSAT Test Date (US & Canada) | LSAT Registration Deadline | LSAT Scores Released |
| January 14, 15, 16 - 2022 | December 3, 2021 | February 2, 2022 |
| February 11, 12 - 2022 | January 5, 2022 | March 3, 2022 |
| March 11, 2022 | February 3, 2022 | March 30, 2022 |
| April 29, 30 - 2022 | March 16, 2022 | May 18, 2022 |
| June 10, 11 - 2022 | April 27, 2022 | June 30, 2022 |
| August 12, 13 - 2022 | June 30, 2022 | August 31, 2022 |
| September 9, 10 - 2022 | July 26, 2022 | September 28, 2022 |
| October 14, 15, 2022 | September 1, 2022 | November 2, 2022 |
| November 11, 12 - 2022 | September 29, 2022 | November 30, 2022 |
LSAT Schedule
The LSAT schedule varies year-by-year but follows the same general flow. You can expect to find various test dates throughout the year, with November being the last month with a test being offered.
One unique thing about the LSAT schedule is that the test is given on one weekend of the month. There are usually multiple dates on that weekend which are offered, which is great for individuals who have busy schedules.
Review the image below for a visual breakdown of the LSAT schedule.
LSAT Registration Deadline
The LSAT registration deadline is different for every LSAT date. With that being said, the deadline typically falls a little more than a month in advance of the actual test date.
You will want to schedule your test date earlier than the LSAT registration deadline if possible. This will ensure you get a spot and will allow you the necessary time to study and prepare properly for this grueling exam.
You can review the specific LSAT registration deadlines in the table above.
How Should I Register for the LSAT?
LSAT registration requires that you sign up at least one month prior to the LSAT test date. Registration can be done online with your LSAC account or over the phone at (215) 968-1001.
LSAT Test Fees
Unfortunately, the LSAT does require various fees. See the table below for a breakdown of those fees. For more information on the exam, visit our guide on the LSAT test.
| Item | Fee |
| LSAT (includes LSAT Writing) | $200 |
| Credential Assembly Service (CAS) | $195 |
| Law School Report | $45 |
| Test Center Change | $125 |
| Test Date Change | $125 |
| Nonpublished Test Center | Domestic: $295 International: $390 |
| Handscoring | $100 |
LSAT Test Locations
The LSAT has made a shift to offering the exam mostly online. However, if you cannot take the exam online, accommodations can be made to take the exam at a testing center.
When Is It Best to Take the LSAT?
Most law schools require that applicants take the LSAT by December if they plan on enrolling in the following fall.
However, it's best to schedule your LSAT date earlier. This allows you some room for error in case you need to take the exam again to raise your score.
Another thing to consider is any application deadlines for your particular law school. Law schools have different deadlines, so it is important to keep those in mind when scheduling your LSAT test date.
The LSAT schedule is relatively flexible with different months and dates offered, you should be able to find something that fits into your schedule.
How to Prepare for Your LSAT Test Date
The LSAT is completely different than other standardized tests you may have taken in high school and college, as it does not test what you know. It tests how you think.
You’ll want to spend a lot of time getting to know the test format, the types of questions that will be asked, and practicing the skills you’ll need to succeed on the exam. Some resources to help get you started include:
Plan to spend 200–300 hours on LSAT prep over 2-3 months. That’s about 20–25 hours per week.
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