Sample LSAT Comprehensive Syllabus - 16 Sessions

Aug 30, 2026

Comprehensive LSAT study syllabus organized into 16 structured sessions covering Logical Reasoning, Logic Games, Reading Comprehension, and the Writing Sample. Each session integrates general strategy and time-management guidance aligned to the specific question types and game structures taught. Required materials include core Powerscore bibles, selected LSAT PrepTests, and official practice tests, with optional supplemental resources for targeted drilling and review. A diagnostic start using the June 2007 LSAT establishes a baseline, followed by homework and practice-test work with iterative error analysis.

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Reading Time10 min

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Overview

Before the First Session

June 2007 diagnostic test

Session 1: Introduction/Logical Reasoning 1

Session 2: Logical Reasoning 2

Session 3: Logic Games 1

Session 4: Logic Games 2

Session 5: Logic Games 3

Session 6: Logical Reasoning 3

Session 7: Logical Reasoning 4

Session 8: Logical Reasoning 5

Session 9: Logical Reasoning 6

Session 10: Reading Comprehension 1

Session 11: Reading Comprehension 2

Session 12: Practice Testing

Sample LSAT Comprehensive Syllabus (16 Sessions) Required Texts: LG: Powerscore Logic Games Bible LR: Powerscore Logical Reasoning Bible RC: Powerscore Reading Comprehension Bible LSAT PrepTests 39-51 (Purchase individually through LSAC) 10 New Actual LSATs (Preptests 52-61) LSAT PrepTests 62-71 (Purchase individually through LSAC) Optional Texts: LT: The LSAT Trainer by Mike Kim ML: Manhattan LSAT: Logical Reasoning FL: The Fox LSAT Logical Reasoning Encyclopedia: Disrespecting the LSAT CL: Cambridge LSAT Problem Sets by Question Type 10 More Actual LSAT Preptests (Preptests 19-28) Overview This syllabus offers comprehensive coverage of the LSAT: Logical Reasoning, Logic Games, Reading Comprehension, and the Writing Sample. General test strategy and time management techniques are built into each session and specific to the content covered. The syllabus includes 12 official practice tests released by LSAC, the Law School Admissions Council, with the option to increase that number according to your testing goals. Before the First Session: • Complete the June 2007 LSAT as a diagnostic test, released free [on LSAC.org](on LSAC.org) • Read Ch. 1-3 (LR), and Ch. 2 (LG and RC) . These chapters provide a broad introduction of each section, laying the groundwork to begin tutoring sessions. Session 1: Introduction/Logical Reasoning 1 • Overview ofthe LSAT format and study timeline • Must Be True and Main Point Questions HOMEWORK: Complete HW for Ch. 4-5 (LR) . Read Ch. 6-Conditional Reasoning (LR) . Extra Practice (Optional): Problem Sets for Must Be True, Main Point (CL); Ch. 11 (ML) Session 2: Logical Reasoning 2 • Conditional Logic: Conditional Statements, Analyzing Argument, and Additive Inferences • Strengthen and Weaken Questions HOMEWORK: Complete HW for Ch. 6-7 (LR) . Read Ch. 3-4, & 7-Linear Games (LG) . Extra Practice (Optional) : Ch. 6 and 8 (ML); Problem Sets for Strengthen, Weaken (CL) Session 3: Logic Games 1 • Pure Sequencing, Linear, and Advanced Linear Games • Efficient Diagramming and Notation; Setup Inferences • List, Global, and Local question strategies HOMEWORK: Complete HW for Ch. 3-4, and 7 (LG, untimed) . Use PowerScore’s logic game classification (in LG appendix) to complete 4 more logic games of each type from PT 39-51. Note errors and review using [7sage.com](7sage.com) (a website that includes video explanations of logic games for all 70 LSAC preptests) . Extra Practice (Optional): Drill additional linear or pure sequencing games from PT 39-51. Session 4: Logic Games 2 • Grouping Principles; Differences from Linear /Pure Sequencing Games • Efficient Diagramming and Notation; Setup Inferences and Conditional Rules • Introduction to Numerical Distributions and Multiple Game Setups HOMEWORK: Complete HW for Chapter 8 (LG, untimed) . Use PowerScore’s logic game classification (in LG appendix) to complete 8 additional grouping games from PT 39-51. Note errors [and review using 7sage.com](and review using 7sage.com) Extra Practice (Optional): Lessons 10-15 (LT); Drill grouping games from PT 39-51. Session 5: Logic Games 3 • Grouping/Linear Combination Games • Rare Game Types: Circular, Pattern, and Mapping Games • Advanced Features and Techniques: Identify the Possibilities/Game Templates HOMEWORK: Complete HW for Ch. 6, 8, 9 (Finish the LG Bible); Review game types/setupsand complete two timed logic game sections from PT 39-51. Extra Practice (Optional): Logic Games Re-Challenge \# 1 (LG); drill games from PT 39-51 Session 6: Logical Reasoning 3 • Cause and Effect Reasoning; Weaken/Strengthen w/ Causal Conclusions • Introduction to Necessary and Sufficient Assumptions • Flaw in the Reasoning HOMEWORK: Review Flaws in the Reasoning; Complete all HW for Ch. 8-9 & 13 (LR) Extra practice (Optional): Ch. 3-4 (ML); Problem Sets for Necessary and Sufficient Assumptions, Flaw in the Reasoning Questions (CL); Logic Games Re-

FAQs

What core LSAT sections does the syllabus cover across the 16 sessions?

It covers Logical Reasoning, Logic Games, Reading Comprehension, and includes the Writing Sample. Each session targets specific content and question or game types within those sections.

How does the syllabus recommend starting before Session 1?

Complete the June 2007 LSAT as a diagnostic test, then read the specified introductory chapters for LR, LG, and RC to build foundations for the tutoring sessions.

What types of practice tests and prep materials are included or suggested?

The syllabus lists official LSAT PrepTests 39–51, additional sets such as 52–61 and 62–71, and mentions 12 official practice tests released by LSAC, with an option to increase based on testing goals. Optional resources support targeted practice and review.

Aug 30, 2026

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