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LSAT Test Dates 2026
Scheduling your LSAT test date is a crucial step toward gaining admission to a top law school. However, there’s a lot more to consider than just choosing the LSAT test dates that are open on your calendar. To be ready for the LSAT, you must meet several deadlines, especially if you may need assistance.
This article will help you pass the LSAT on the next test date. You’ll find information about deadlines and important dates.
LSAC LSAT Test Dates
The LSAT test dates and locations are determined by LSAC, or the Law School Admission Council. The exam is given several times a year. But the dates don’t follow a predictable pattern. As you can see in the chart below, the dates are spread out so that you have a chance to take the LSAT every month or two.
Usually, the LSAT is given on several different weekends, mostly Saturdays but sometimes Sundays, too. Furthermore, exams are administered at testing centers around the globe. So, you have plenty of options. If possible, you should pick a date that is several months before your chosen law school’s admission deadlines.
However, you have several dates to mark on your calendar. For example, you also need to be aware of the registration deadline and the deadline for requesting accommodations. Additionally, you need to be mindful of the deadline for uploading a personal photo to the registration platform.
LSAT Dates to Remember
- First, pick a test date that gives you enough time to meet your law school’s admission deadline.
- Next, ensure you register on time. The registration date is roughly 5-6 weeks before the exam date, but check with LSAC to verify your registration deadline.
- If you require specific accommodations, LSAC may grant your request. Depending on your unique situation, LSAC might give you extra exam time, breaks in the exam, software to make the exam screen easier to read, and LSAT versions in Braille. However, you need to request those accommodations well in advance of your LSAT date, so make a note of those deadlines.
- Once you’ve registered, you must upload a recent photo of yourself if you’ll be taking an in-person test. It will be used for verification purposes on the day of your exam. Therefore, your photo upload deadline is about 3 weeks before your LSAT date.
- If needed, you can change your exam date. However, you must do so by specific deadlines, which are typically one month (or sometimes less) before your test date.
- Additionally, you can also withdraw your LSAT registration. However, you’ll have to do it at least 1 day before your scheduled exam.
- And finally, consider the LSAT test score release dates. Hopefully, that will be a day of celebration! But remember that you must complete both parts of the LSAT (including the LSAT Writing portion) before you can see your scores.
To make matters even more complicated, I suggest checking the LSAC website on a regular basis for updates.
When Should I Take the LSAT?
You should take the LSAT as soon as you feel you have adequately studied and are ready for this rigorous 2-part exam. Usually, law schools prefer that candidates who want to start school in the fall should take the exam before the following December. So if you want to enter law school in August 2026, you should plan to take the LSAT before December 2025.
However, you can still sit for the exam in the January or February dates if you aren’t happy with your score. But keep in mind that you might be up against a tight deadline if your law school choices have early spring admission deadlines. And other candidates who sat for the exam earlier might fill up the top schools, leaving you with your second choice school.
So take my advice: Study and take the LSAT early. You’ll have more opportunities if you need to re-take it for a higher score and still make your school’s admissions deadlines.
Which LSAT Test Date is the Easiest?
My readers often ask me about which test date is the easiest.
I’m going to be frank. The LSAT is the LSAT. Therefore, it doesn’t matter when you take the exam. Every test-taker must follow the same exam format and answer the same types of questions. Plus, they all have the same amount of time to take the test.
So what’s the difference? Well, since test-takers on different dates do get different questions, it’s possible that one test is slightly more or less difficult than the others. But that level of subjectivity depends on who is taking the test that day.
However, the people sitting in the test center with you might be different depending on the time of year. So, dates in December through February are more likely to have candidates who are repeat test-takers. Typically, they are trying to improve their scores before law school admission dates.
But in the end, it’s more important to worry about law school admissions cycles. Therefore, pick the LSAT date that best allows you to meet your school’s deadlines. Give yourself a little wiggle room in case you want to re-test for a higher score.
LSAT Test Dates 2026
LSAC has announced the following LSAT test dates for 2026. When they release more dates, I will share them with you.
- Week of January 7, 2026
- February 6 and 7, 2026; for Puerto Rico, the dates are February 19 – February 21, 2026
- April 9 – 11, 2026
- Week of June 3, 2026
LSAT Test Dates 2025-2026: United States, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Canada
| Administration | Primary Test Dates | LSAT Argumentative Writing opens | Registration Deadline | Scheduling Opens | Score Release |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 2025 | 8/6-8/9 | 7/29/25 | 6/6/25 | 7/22/25 | 8/27/25 |
| September 2025 | 9/3-9/6 | 8/26/26 | 7/22/25 | 8/19/25 | 9/4/25 |
| October 2025 | 10/3-10/4 & 10/6-10/7 | 9/25/25 | 8/21/25 | 9/16/25 | 10/24/25 |
| November 2025 | 11/5-11/8 | 10/28/25 | 9/25/25 | 10/21/25 | 11/26/25 |
| February 2026 | 2/6-2/7 | 1/29/26 | 12/23/25 | 1/20/26 | 2/25/26 |
| February 2026 - Puerto Rico | 2/19-2/21 | 2/11/26 | 1/6/26 | 2/3/26 | 3/11/26 |
| April 2026 | 4/9-4/11 | 4/1/26 | 2/26/26 | 3/24/26 | 4/29/26 |
| June 2026 | 6/3-6/6 | 5/26/26 | 4/21/26 | 5/19/26 | 6/24/26 |
FAQs
Where can I find LSAT test dates near me?
LSAC keeps a list of LSAT test dates and locations on its website. Click here to search for LSAT test dates and locations.
How to change an LSAT test date
If you need to make an LSAT test date change, you can do so for free through your administration deadline. You simply need to log into your LSAC account and submit your request. If the administration deadline has passed, you have up to 7 days following that to select a new date. However, LSAC charges a $125 fee for this service (and you have to do it within 7 days of your administration deadline).
Finally, for $248 (eek!), you can request a new date if you are 7 days beyond your administration deadline. You can continue to request more date changes (remember, $248 each) up until 11:59 pm Eastern time of the night before the first test date in your administration.
Can you change your LSAT testing location?
In short, yes, you can change your scheduled testing location. But only if your test center change deadline hasn’t passed yet (see the chart above). Likewise, seats must be available at your desired test center. In addition, you may also have to pay a fee.
To change your test center, log in to your LSAC account and submit your request. Or, call LSAC at 215-968-1001.
Final Thoughts
In conclusion, picking your LSAT date is just one of many decisions ahead of you. If you’re still looking for an LSAT prep course, let me make that decision a little easier for you. I have reviews of the best LSAT review providers on my blog. Plus, you’ll find other valuable but totally free information like tips for studying for the LSAT. I also have articles about what to expect on your LSAT test day and law school admissions help.
