Study Smart in the Summer: Optimize Your LSAT Prep for Real Gains
- Shana Ginsburg
- 13 minutes ago
- 3 min read
Summer is here, and if you’re studying for the LSAT, it’s time to rethink your strategy. Structured study plans consistently result in higher score increases than self-studying with scattered resources. In this era of AI-driven education, we have more tools than ever—but none of them replace actual learning.
Explanations generated by AI? They make you “nod” at jargon-heavy explanations of logic, but they don’t retrain your brain to recall proper steps under pressure. LSAT mastery requires active reading, critical thinking, and refining your approach without distractions.
This summer, let’s keep it professional—but not too serious (because stress kills performance). Let’s rediscover the joy of quality reading, ditch tech distractions, and embrace focused, optimized studying with these five study methods.
1. Stick to One Expert & One Methodology
No one took five pre-calc classes or bought multiple textbooks for the same subject in high school—so why bounce between LSAT prep methods? Studies show that learning under one structured framework leads to stronger problem-solving skills and score increases (National Center for Education Statistics).
🧠 Pro Tip: Choose one expert, one method, and refine it. LSAT BOSS students scoring 170+ consistently follow a single structured study plan—no jumping between approaches.
2. Keep LSAT Prep Sessions Short & Engaging
We love coffee shop buzz, a little Law & Order: SVU in the background, or even music that keeps the energy up—because relieving FOMO and monotony is part of focused studying.
✅ Keep sessions short and structured—45-minute study bursts work better than marathon cramming. And if enrolling in a structured program, find a program with classes that don't exhuast you-- LSAT BOSS classes are intentionally only ninety mintues long for high-impact learning.
🎧 Check out the LSAT BOSS Podcast on Spotify, where we laugh and learn through logical reasoning with LSAT alums Claudia Ryan (Baltimore Law '24) and Trudel Pare (Yale Law '25).
3. Rediscover the Power of Deep Reading (Without Distractions)
LSAT success hinges on reading comprehension under pressure—so let’s train our brains to read efficiently without rushing, multitasking, or relying on shortcuts.
📖 Go distraction-free: No scrolling, no notifications, no tech interruptions. 🔊 Enhance focus: Jazz studies show rhythm without lyrics improves cognitive function (Harvard Medical School). Miles Davis’ “Kind of Blue” is the perfect LSAT study playlist—Listen on YouTube.
4. Train for Performance, Not Just Understanding, with Teaching Professionals
Knowing how to solve a question in theory isn’t enough—you need to execute quickly and accurately under exam conditions. That's where teaching professionals come in-- not just kitchen table tutors with high test scores, but tutors with actual teaching experience who know how to help you reach your goals with best practices in teaching and learning.
🔥 The key? Timed drills, full-length tests, and repetition through structured study plans. LSAT BOSS students develop speed and precision through daily drills, structured review, and timed practice tests under simulated test conditions.
5. Reward Yourself First
Don’t save the reward for last—start each study session with something enjoyable before diving into LSAT prep.
☕ Grab a great coffee. 🎵 Play a feel-good playlist. 📚 Dive into a non-LSAT book for 5 minutes.
When you start on a high note, studying feels less like a chore and more like an engaging, productive challenge.
Final Thought: This Summer, Study Like a Boss
Structured classes and program—like LSAT BOSS classes and tutoring programs at Ginsburg Advanced—help students maximize efficiency, eliminate distractions, and build real LSAT mastery.
We teach you to be professional about studying, but also to keep it fun. No shortcuts—just effective, optimized learning with better reading, structured drills, and distraction-free focus.
🚀 Ready to boost your LSAT score? Sign up for an LSAT BOSS class or tutoring program today!
5 Study Tips Ranked by Effectiveness
Study Method | Why It Works | Effectiveness (★★★★★) |
Stick to One Expert & One Method | Avoids confusion, reinforces learning, strengthens retention. | ★★★★★ |
Keep Study Sessions Short & Engaging | Prevents burnout, increases productivity, makes studying enjoyable. | ★★★★☆ |
Rediscover Deep Reading Without Distractions | Strengthens comprehension, eliminates rushed mistakes, improves focus. | ★★★★★ |
Train for Performance, Not Just Understanding | Builds stamina, improves execution speed, enhances exam endurance. | ★★★★★ |
Reward Yourself First | Lowers stress, creates positive motivation, makes studying feel rewarding. | ★★★★☆ |
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