Retaking LSAT

[tnelson444]

I have already taken the LSAT twice receiving a 145 and 153 respectively while I receive low 160's regularly on self-adminitered practice tests. I think my poor scores are from a lack or preparedness. Should I retake for a third time this October before applying this fall? I have read that schools look poorly upon third tests, even if I were to get a 16* would my past scores outweigh any future test? Thanks for your help.

[Julie Fern]

schools also like high scores.  can get one?

[MikePing]

If you can get your score up into the 160's, it will help your application.  Schools have to report the LSAT of the students they accept.  Plan on explaining to the schools in an addendum why your last score was significantly better.  You have a better shot at every law school with 145, 153, 161 than just 145, 153.  But, if your last score ends up being 155, it will not help you. 

[tnelson444]

Thank you both for your responses, I really apreciate them both.