Clay Cogman
Pepperdine University
Before TestMasters: 154
After TestMasters: 166
“The TestMasters program offers students a unique opportunity to get a leg up on the LSAT. They accomplish this so well because unlike a great deal of prep courses and night programs, TestMasters is truly an educational experience. While mastering the techniques is important and emphasized, the real lessons that come out of TestMasters are those of dedication, critical thinking, and perseverance. I came into the whole experience with a lot of questions and fears; I had never taken a test like this before. The TestMasters instructors are dedicated to putting fears to rest by teaching a philosophy on how to approach the LSAT. Each night in class, we would learn the ‘curriculum’ for the night (techniques, question types, rules, etc.) but along the way we were also given a prescribed methodology of thought as well. I never once felt as though a teacher was just telling me what to do because he clearly knew the best way and I was a mere student. He explained why a certain technique was effective. He explained how he arrived at a certain conclusions in situations where the techniques are harder to apply. He warned us against the pitfalls that can come with irresponsible logical thought and explained the differences between good and bad logical thought. When I was right, I knew why and when I was wrong, not only did I know why but almost immediately recognized it and found the correct answer. The TestMasters techniques are more than just strategic tools to overcome the twists and turns of an insanely difficult test. They are also incredible teachers of critical thinking and logic. The techniques you learn in studying for this test are invaluable to confronting everyday problems and situations well beyond the test. Aside from the content, the teachers I encountered were pleasant, patient, punctual, professional and always willing to answer any number of questions about any number of things. They were helpful about issues concerning class content of course, but they were also conscious of the mental and emotional trauma that an LSAT-taker goes through and did their best to ease our worries and help us through the whole experience. Overall, I enjoyed the whole experience and I would recommend it to anyone who is thinking of taking the LSAT.”