The cost to take the LSAT for the 2024-2025 testing year is $248 for registration, which includes the LSAT exam and the required writing sample
. In addition to the LSAT registration fee, most test takers must also pay for the Credential Assembly Service (CAS), which costs $215 to $207 depending on the source. CAS is required by most law schools and includes your transcripts, letters of recommendation, and LSAT scores in a standardized report sent to schools
. Each CAS report sent to a law school costs an additional $45 per school
. Since applicants typically apply to multiple schools, this fee can add up quickly. There are also optional auxiliary fees such as:
- LSAT Score Preview: $45 if signed up before test day, $85 after
- Test date changes: free before deadline, up to $248 after
- Score audits or official candidate reports: $50 to $150
Overall, the basic cost to take the LSAT and apply to law schools (including CAS and reports to several schools) can total around $467 to $985 or more depending on how many schools you apply to and additional services used
. Fee waivers are available for eligible applicants who demonstrate financial need, allowing them to take the LSAT for free and reduce application costs
Summary of Typical LSAT Costs (USD)
- LSAT registration fee: $238–$248
- Credential Assembly Service (CAS) subscription: ~$207–$215
- CAS report per law school: $45 each
- Optional score preview: $45–$85
- Test date changes or other services: varies, up to $248
These fees are charged in U.S. dollars and may vary slightly by year or location
