How much does the LSAT cost?
Every LSAT fee, itemized. Fees below are LSAC's published rates for the 2026-2027 testing year, verified October 12, 2026. Confirm current numbers on LSAC's fee page before you pay.
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The required fees
| Fee | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| LSAT registration | $253 | Includes LSAT Argumentative Writing. Paid per test date. |
| Credential Assembly Service (CAS) | $219 | One-time registration, valid five years. Required by most ABA-accredited schools. |
| CAS law school report | $45 per school | One report per school you apply to. |
| LSAT-only law school report | $45 per school | For the few schools that accept this instead of full CAS. |
Optional and situational fees
| Fee | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| LSAT Score Preview | $46 / $87 | $46 if bought before testing begins, $87 after. First-time takers only. Free with an approved fee waiver. |
| Test date change | $0 / $153 / $253 | Free before the registration deadline. $153 within 7 days after the deadline. $253 from 8 days after the deadline until the day before testing. |
| Official score report copy | $50 | Your own complete score record, including nonreportable scores. |
| Score audit | $150 | $75 with an approved fee waiver. A hand re-check of your answers. |
What a typical cycle costs
A rough minimum for one test and five applications: $253 (test) + $219 (CAS) + $225 (five reports at $45 each) = $697, before application fees, which each school sets separately. Add prep materials, and budget extra if you might change dates or buy Score Preview. This is an estimate, not a quote.
Ways to pay less
- LSAC fee waiver. The top tier covers two LSAT registrations, CAS registration, and CAS law school reports. Apply through LSAC well before you plan to test.
- Free prep materials. Four official PrepTests and drill sets are free through LawHub. Libraries carry the major prep books.
- Decide dates early. Test date changes after the deadline cost $153 to $253. Pick a date you can keep.
- Skip Score Preview unless you need it. It is useful insurance for a first attempt, but it is optional.
All fees verified October 12, 2026, for the 2026-2027 testing year. Source: LSAC's published fee schedule.
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