I took the June-July LSAT class with a fee waiver and had Austen Yueh as my instructor. This review (and the five stars) is primarily for Austen's teaching. Austen is a phenomenally bright instructor who exudes warmth and a genuine desire for her students to succeed. She is methodical and highly skilled at explaining complex inferences, which was incredibly helpful for mastering logic games. Austen often went above-and-beyond to help ensure that her students could succeed. She made herself available to her students before and after class via email, and often stayed for well past-hours after each class to field any additional questions her students had. Despite the fact that nearly every student was taking this class after a full work day, Austen did a tremendous job keeping the class thoroughly engaged and entertained (with pizza and ice cream to boot!). Having primarily self-studied for my first attempt at the LSAT (using 7sage, Powerscore, the LSAT Instructor, etc.), I was initially wary of taking a course for my second attempt. Having received my results last week, though, I can definitively say that taking Austen's class affirmed my choice and will (fingers crossed!) be what makes the difference in getting accepted into my dream law school. If you're looking for an LSAT prep course, I would highly recommend taking Austen's class at Blueprint! read more

Aaron is literally the best. There are so many LSAT courses so I know it can feel overwhelming. After doing research for two months Blueprint stood out as the best course. I took the Spring San Francisco course with Aaron who was an awesome instructor. Every day of class I would come to class excited to learn and hear his lame jokes. Not only did the jokes help me stay up since the class is from 6 pm - 10 pm it also allowed to remember complex concepts in a fun way. I felt throughout the course I was overly supported. My instructor was available to offer advice, study tips and homework review before and after class. After each exam (especially when I hit a wall with my score) Aaron helped me switch up my testing strategies to find something that worked for me so my score would continue to increase! I also enjoyed the class overall because everyone there was very friendly, and it was a lighthearted environment where no question was viewed as stupid or obvious. The online component was also super helpful, one day I was too sick to go to class so I had to watch the lesson online which allowed me to keep up with the class. I love the Chain of Being because it feels like studying for the LSAT is a video game which brings me back to my PS2 days. Overall, great course for anyone who really wants to perform above and beyond on the LSAT! Also, my score has increased drasitcially! read more

There are many LSAT test prep companies, but there aren't many that actually want you to perform well (and set you up to), and this is what Blueprint is! From the fact that course materials are tailored to you (harder questions for when you can handle and sending you easier ones if you need to refine your approach or better understand a concept). In addition, Blueprint provides a strategy for every type of question, so when it comes to test day you always have an approach to fall back on during those extra tough questions! My instructor for the SF course was Aaron and he was awesome! Aaron always offered time before and/or after class in addition to communicating strategies to each question in a clear, concise way. I remember a few days studying after work on my own and being miserable, but going to class was always enjoyable and surprisingly really easy to do and learn all the material! I guess with misery comes company! read more

I just finished my last practice exam and I have to two things I thought I never would--I'm sad my LSAT studying experience is over and I feel ready to take on the test. All of this is thanks to the patience, understanding and assistance of my instructor Meredith. I increased almost 20 points and I owe it all to her! She really offered the support and encouragement I needed to perform my best. She elucidated the tough concepts perfectly and knows what it's like to be in our position. Best of all she did it with such energy I was never bored! Meredith is a huge boon to Blueprint. I took a mock LSAT with a competing company and the instructor did not impress me at all - however after five minutes with Meredith I knew she was incredibly smart and incredibly talented. Beyond that, blueprint itself is a great format for studying the LSAT. They give you a nifty watch to help with timing and break all the difficult questions down into specific, easy to manage types. Before blueprint I thought I was doomed when it came to logic games, now it's one of my favorite sections! Long story short - take this class with Meredith! Worth every penny :) read more

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Blueprint is an exceptional test prep company. I took the in-person course with Aaron Henricks, who is an amazing instructor who somehow managed to keep every class wildly entertaining. I would be remiss not to mention the immensely helpful resources available online. I saw significant improvements in my score after I started using the tool to create practice sets targeted towards specific problem types that I was struggling with, and it allowed me to see strong patterns in how to approach problems. Additionally, the folks at blueprint are very friendly and responsive to questions. I've always received a follow up within hours of reaching out. I'd highly recommend blueprint to anyone wanting to crush the LSAT. read more

I signed up for Blueprint to prepare for the September 2016 LSAT, and had a great experience. I strangely enjoyed the homework and online videos, and didn't even mind sitting through class after a long day at work--all due in large part to our awesome instructor, Meredith! She did a great job at making sure that everyone in the class was feeling as comfortable as possible with the concepts, and always took the time to answer all of our questions. She also gave us her phone number and personal email and told us that we could reach out to her for any guidance/ help on the test, which I really appreciated. I am generally a stress-case test taker, and really felt that Meredith and Blueprint gave me the tools to succeed. I scored 100% on the logic games section of my test and overall was happy with my score (despite some residual nerves, of course). If you're looking around for an LSAT prep course, I'd highly recommend Blueprint. And, if you're lucky enough to have Meredith as an instructor, you'll be even better off! read more

This review is more than past due, but better late than never right?! I have to say that Meredith was thee PERFECT Instructor for this course! She always made sure that we understood the content before moving to the next topic. Never once did she get frustrated--even when asked to explain the same thing over and over again. She simply found different ways to explain the reasoning/logic behind the correct answer choice, without losing what the method was. After each class she would stay to answer any questions we had, whether it was in regards to the exam or the application process. She is like the Google for LSAT/Law School Admissions. It did not hurt that she always treated us with yummy snacks, especially on practice exam days =D Oh and before I forget, Meredith always made herself accessible to us. Whenever I would send an email, I would get a response within the hour! How perfect is that?! To make things even better, I saw a huge difference in my score. HUGE!!! Her passion for Blueprint and its methods were shown every class through her enthusiastic and positive approach for each lesson. If you are hesitant to take this class, don't be! You will be in good hands, for Meredith is the total package!!! read more

While preparing for the LSAT sucks, Blueprint made the experience a lot less anxiety inducing. I preferred Blueprint's approach to other companies because it did a great job of covering everything we need to know without totally over engineering it. Aaron was an awesome instructor who made the material relatable, and made the 8+ hours a week together surprisingly fun. If you're considering taking the LSAT, definitely sit in on a blueprint class! read more

I heard about Blueprint from a couple of my colleagues and they had nothing but positive things to say about it. The San Francisco classroom course fit my schedule perfectly, so I signed up. Overall, it exceeded my expectations. The website was very user-friendly and almost every question had a video or detailed explanation along with it in case I wanted to replay anything from class. Aaron, our instructor, was extremely knowledgable and hilarious. He was always in class early and always stayed late to answer any questions we had. If you're looking to prepare for the LSAT, I would definitely recommend Blueprint! read more

I signed up for Blueprint at the recommendation of a couple of friends, and I'm very happy I did! The classes were great due in no small part to the amazing instructor Aaron Henricks. His knowledge of the subject matter, confidence, enthusiasm, and humor made what is a pretty stressful time in the application process bearable and (dare I say) fun. Highly recommend Blueprint to anyone looking for a class that teaches you the basics and challenges you at the right pace with an easily digestible curriculum. read more

I took the Blueprint summer course in preparation for the September 2016 LSAT. I would very highly recommend this course to anyone considering it. My instructor was Meredith Spoto, and I always appreciated (and continue to appreciate!) her genuine desire to see her students succeed. Meredith gave us her number and email and encouraged us to reach out whenever we were struggling, and I took her up on that offer more than a few times. Her feedback and wisdom was very helpful in putting things in perspective and to deal with portions of the test I was uncertain of. LSAT is super stressful and studying for it can be trying for the best of us. So it helps to have someone who makes you believe you can do it, and THEN teaches you the tools to make sure you succeed. To a large degree, the Blueprint method encourages you to develop an intuitive sense for the test, and the more you practice the better you get at developing that sense. I would strongly urge anyone taking the class to DO THE HOMEWORK! Even if you think that you're getting the material when it's being taught in class, the LSAT is a tricky beast with such a wide variety of questions asking the same thing that you really need to practice as many of them as possible. Also ask questions during class if you don't get something! It's easy to think "oh, I'll probably get it later," but that approach can be detrimental and discourage you if actually end up not getting it when you review on your own. The only thing I wish that was different about the class was that it was Monday and Thursday, instead of Monday and Wednesday, so I had more time to do the homework. But if you don't have a full time job, it shouldn't be a problem for you. Good luck out there and get that 180!! read more

Loved my instructor Meredith!! She did a great job at teaching the material and making it relevant. I don't think I would improve as much if I didn't have a teacher like Meredith. Not once did I ever want to ditch class because I know Meredith would make it worth our while. She went out of her way to help us succeed and gave a lot of great lsat advice before our test. If you can take any instructor take Meredith! read more

I was very happy with my decision to use Blueprint for my LSAT prep. The books and videos were great, with small funny snippets weaved into the content. However, I'm glad I spent the additional time/money to do the class in-person, as I don't think I would have seen score increases like I did utilizing self-study. Meredith was a fantastic instructor. In some exam prep courses, you just get instructors who scored well. Meredith not only scored very well on the LSAT herself, but has experience teaching high school and teaches undergrad courses. She has the ability to explain things simply and effectively, while keeping class interesting and fun. When students asked questions, Meredith was always patient and understanding. I actually enjoyed class and found myself remembering things she said while I was taking the actual LSAT. What really made my experience great was how much Meredith was willing to help us outside of class. She took the time to go over my practice exam reports and give me a plan on how to improve some of my weaker sections/topics. She was very responsive to texts and emails and even sent encouraging texts the day before and day of the LSAT. As a JD/PhD student at Berkeley, Meredith was also very knowledgeable regarding the application process and about life in law school. She was more than willing to give advice and answer questions on the non-LSAT related aspects of law school admissions, which I really appreciated. Months after my Blueprint class was over, I still talked to Meredith about admit days, scholarships, etc. It would have been easy for Meredith to come in, teach the four hours of class, and go home. But she truly cared about her students and helped me far and beyond what I expected. I made several friends in my class and I know that they share the same sentiments. Looking back, I don't know how I would have gotten through the LSAT or the admissions process without her! read more

I took the LSAT prep class on the evenings after work. It is already challenging to stay alert after a long day of work, but Meredith did an excellent job engaging us in the material. She was consistent, upbeat and extremely helpful. She taught us a lot of tips and tricks to help us tackle this not so fun exam. Overall, I was very pleased, and with her guidance I was able to increase my score drastically. Def. thankful for her and her class! read more

I took the blue print LSAT course this spring 2016 which was highly recommended to me, and I now see why! My instructor was Meredith Which has such a bright personality and was extremely patient and helpful along the process preparing for the LSAT. She was always one call or text away, which I am grateful for especially during times where you felt overwhelmed and stressed for the test. All in all I can say this course and Meredith as my instructor made learning LSAT material more fun and easier ,which helped me improve my score significantly! I would recommend blueprint course and Meredith as an instructor If you are considering law school! read more

Meredith is the absolute BEST - made this class sooo worth taking. She has tons of teaching experience and is honestly overqualified for this - she's clearly brilliant and great at explaining the test. We had a weird semester with random protests and she went so out of her way (buying us pizza, fighting with the hotel to move us to a quieter room right away, etc) and spent extra time giving us personalized advice. So glad I took this class with her!!! read more

I highly recommend the Blueprint classroom LSAT course with Meredith Spoto in San Francisco. I initially selected the Blueprint course because of the incredible online resources available to students: video lessons, tons of real practice tests, and explanations of the solution to every question. However, after having taken the class, I realize that a good instructor is crucial, and Meredith is simply the best. She has a well-thought-out explanation for each question and is very comfortable explaining and demonstrating the Blueprint methods. She truly cares about her students and their success. In addition, her energy and enthusiasm make a four-hour LSAT class after a nine-hour work day much more doable! After the class, I continued to work with Meredith through one-on-one tutoring. Meredith was very patient, and her encouragement during my LSAT prep meant a lot to me. Ultimately, I increased my LSAT score by 16 points! read more

Trying to decide which LSAT prep course to take can be troubling, especially when you receive mixed reviews from your colleagues. Ultimately I am very happy with my decision to go with Blueprint. I feel as though they made studying for this grueling test tolerable and even amusing at times. The cherry on top of this well rounded prep-course was my instructor, Meredith Spoto. Meredith did a really good job keeping us afloat, reminding us that we would get through it, and going over material that stumped us. She has this uncanny ability to make you feel okay with yourself even if you don't get the score you were expecting on the practice exams, while simultaneously helping you understand what you need to work on. She didn't just recite instructions and lessons out of the book but instead would put her own spin on things, which was extremely helpful. In other words, Meredith kept it "100"; she kept it real. She would also take time outside of the 4 hour time frame to answer any questions we had about the test, Law school admissions, or just life itself. I swear this woman will be on the Supreme Court one day. I would highly recommend her class to anyone thinking of signing up for Blueprint in the Bay Area. read more

There's a lot of LSAT prep courses out there but I chose Blueprint because I heard it did the best in breaking the LSAT down into "layman's terms" and helping students understand the test in the simplest yet most comprehensive way. Pretty accurate. My teacher was Meredith--her energy and ability to connect with the students as a peer really kept the class interesting and engaging. Also, the online "virtual classes" and practice exams Blueprint provides you are pretty awesome. Would highly recommend. read more

Meredith was an excellent LSAT teacher and went above and beyond what I expected of her. She was extremely thorough with her explanations and helped me improve my score quite a bit! She really understands all the material and does an amazing job of explaining it. read more

Blue Print LSAT Prep is great! I took the class in San Francisco leading up to the summer of 2016. I wanted to make the June LSAT and also be able to apply in early fall. I had Meredith Spoto as my instructor and she is very knowledgeable and patient. She is very approachable and will answer any questions you may have either one-on-one or with groups. She always made is her point to stay after class to allow us to ask questions, and when she could she would even come in a little early to be there for those of us that needed support or just needed catching up. The Blueprint model is great because you get the in-person class and you also get the online portion which just reinforced everything you learn during class. There is a lot of homework, but its pays off to do it. The app for mobile/tablet is great, although it got a little glitch after an update, but the blueprint team was very responsive to the students concerns. I am very content I took the course and would recommend it. I was able to take the LSAT did much better on actual test day than I has done during my practice exams. read more

Blueprint is an awesome LSAT course. They manage to liven up a pretty dull and frankly intimidating test with off color humor and a give no f**ks attitude. That being said, I did struggle with some of their methods. As a last ditch effort I enlisted the help of a Blueprint tutor, Meredith. Not only is she patient, easy going, and hilarious but she is seriously brilliant. I mean she scored a 172 on the LSAT. Meredith took the time to help me understand what I was doing wrong and helped develop new methods better suited for me. Meredith was never more than a text away when I needed her help. I really cannot thank her enough for how much she helped me improve my score. She is also a wealth of information concerning the law school application process and helped me when I had questions about applications. Blueprint is a great course, but what really made this experience worthwhile was Meredith. read more