David is the best LSAT instructor around! I have tried all of them including Kaplan and they can NOT compare to LSAT Sensai. After trying Kaplan 3 times with no results but a big bill to pay, I heard about this great energetic guy named David who was the Master at the LSAT. It was true! I worked full time and was able to increase my LSAT score by 10 points! I'm not going to lie, it was hard work but I did it. David is so funny and full of life yet he is brilliant. No other company was able to explain the method of LSAT test taking like David. Worth every penny! read more

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LSAT Sensei is awesome!!!! Wanna know why? Ok Ill spill the beans, here's why: 1. He helped me increase my score by 4 points after only a few classes and my friends score went up 15 points! (she took the 6 month version of the course and did all the homework) 2.He made the classes FUN, I know the LSAT,fun? He kept the classes very interesting and engaging and always used funny humor to keep us engaged. He broke it down so I could actually understand it. 3. I worked full time and took the course, David was SUPER understanding and allowed me to communicate via email and choose a schedule that worked best for me.He even made my husband be my accountability partner so I would stay motivated! lol 4.The class is AFFORDABLE unlike other courses I tried to take, I was able to make payments while attending the class. I have a family and I needed to be able to pay for the course on a payment plan, 5. He helped me GET ACCEPTED to my top choice law school. I was flat out denied to law school the first time I applied (I only applied to one school, I knew where I wanted to go) , THEN I took Davids class at the suggestion of my current law school dean and was able to take a summer course that will lead up to my 1L year in law school. Overall it worked, you get results and you don't have to go broke doing it. You wont find a better class. Oh and AFTER the class he still checks in on you he stopped by my law school and checked out my outline to make sure I was on track ( and no I didn't have to pay him) he just cares. David is a great LSAT instructor and those that he hires are honest and actually want us to succeed. This was the BEST decision I made. Please inbox me if you have any questions I want to help people just like I was given help by LSAT Sensei. read more

I found LSAT Sensei on Yelp and took the April-May full-length course before the June 2010 LSAT. This class helped me increase my score by 14 points and score in the upper 99th percentile. I would highly recommend it to anyone studying for the LSAT. I called David before signing up and he took time to talk with me about what I was hoping to get out of a course, how his is structured and generally what to expect, so I had a sense that it matched what I was looking for. Logic games was the section I was struggling with, and this class spends a lot of time on techniques to make useful setups for the questions. I especially liked that David's diagramming style is simple, efficient, and intuitive. I had been using some techniques that were taking too much time and preventing me from finishing all the questions, and David helped me figure out ways to save time by choosing the simplest representations. The course is not about memorizing specific rules or setups. Instead, you learn how to approach different types of problems by working through a large number of games and logical reasoning problems in class. I also appreciated that all of the homework and in-class problems are from actual, recent tests. David has a way of making the test look easy, but an understanding that it is not so simple for the rest of us. The class starts out with basics but he adjusts the pace to go as fast as the class wants. David encourages participation and does not just feed you the right answer, which I think is very helpful for understanding why the credited answer is the right one. Also, there is more than one way to do each game or look at each reasoning question, so seeing how different people in the class did things was helpful for picking up a few new ideas. All in all, I felt fully-prepared for the test after taking this course and I am incredibly satisfied with the results. read more

I met David Yi a couple of years back when I was writing my dissertation and studying for the LSAT. I had taken a Kaplan course and barely improved my base score after three months of studying with them. David offered me a free test session and in under half an hour completely clarified a logic game that I'd never been able to master. I decided that before retaking the LSAT, I would complete the dissertation and come back to the LSAT at a later date. This Fall, I contacted David again, and instead of private tutoring, he suggested that I might benefit from his group sessions. I was skeptical. Group tutoring hadn't worked when I'd tried at Kaplan, but I finally gave him the benefit of the doubt. More than anything, David is a pragmatist. He teaches you how to get in and get out of a problem; to identify what matters, and how to quickly check your answers. I only had a month to study for the exam, and I'd forgotten everything I'd learned two years previously. In those four weeks, David (and the occasional substitute whose name escapes me), got me where I needed to go. I jumped up 7 VERY NEEDED points, which puts me into the range of law schools that I wanted to attend. It worked for me, and I could tell that the others improved as well. I felt that sometimes the students who attended these evening classes did suffer from focus issues. After all, we were coming in after a full day of work; people were tired. Nevertheless, David was very good at getting people to focus after a minutes and always kept the class on track. If you are applying to law school after several years of working, and do not have months to devote exclusively to the LSAT, or if you are, like myself, a graduate student in the humanities who needs to switch tracks to the kind of thinking demanded by the LSAT, David is the person to reach out to. Highly recommended. read more

My LSAT score increased 16 points because of David's instruction. You simply will not find a more caring, patient, and helpful LSAT instructor. After my very first diagnostic test, I felt frustrated, worried, and just didn't think I'd ever be able to get a score good enough to gain admission to any law schools. After a few weeks of David's instruction, my score increased by 16 points and my confidence also increased. These are some of the reasons that David is awesome: 1. Personal Attention At some larger test preparation companies, you're just another student/tuition payment and after you've paid your tuition in full, they probably couldn't care less how well you do on the actual exam. I received personal attention from David and I know I would not have received that personal attention from larger test preparation companies. David sat down with me, reviewed my practice test results, identified my strengths/weaknesses, and gave me a strategy on how to improve my skills in the areas that were giving me the most trouble. 2. Patience You won't find a more patient instructor. David broke down logical reasoning questions and answers into easy-to-digest terms and basically showed me that anyone can successfully negotiate the LSAT so long as you know the strategies for attacking logical reasoning, logic games, and reading comprehension. Because of David's teaching style, I felt like I was conceptually understanding the material as opposed to simply memorizing test-taking techniques. 3. Energy David's classes not only taught me how to do well on the LSAT, but he kept the classes fun and engaging. David has a way of making LSAT questions fun...his lectures were funny, engaging, and super helpful. I was never bored in class and actually looked forward to going to classes each week. 4. Mastery of the LSAT David is an LSAT guru through and through. He understands how logical reasoning questions, logic games questions, and reading comprehension questions are written, what the typical pitfalls are for students, and how to overcome your weaknesses in each of these areas. I am now a practicing attorney and I can't thank David enough for helping me improve my score and get admitted to one of my top choice schools on the east coast. David is more than just a mere LSAT instructor, he's a mentor and an LSAT expert. It was an honor and a privilege to have worked with David and he's one of the reasons that I'm an attorney today. read more

David was an asset to have prior to taking the LSAT. I split my time between PowerScore class and tutoring with David and found David to be a great supplement for more advanced material. In retrospect, I almost regret now asking for more time/guidance with him, he is has a wealth of knowledge and advice for those that are seeking to score well on the admissions test. See for yourself! read more

David was initially very approachable, charming and encouraging. I was excited about the possibility of working with him to achieve my goal LSAT score. Soon after our consultation which was productive and enthusiastic, he started to become unreliable, missing scheduled sessions and going MIA on text and email communication. Even after he missed our sessions he asked me to continue on with an exorbitantly priced package, saying this is an investment in my future. I simply couldn't do it, and the disappointment I felt with the entire experience cannot be overstated. David's unreliability really set me back on my studies and left me disheartened and discouraged. read more

Here is why LSAT Sensei is awesome: 1. My score went up 12 points, and I scored in the 99th percentile after taking their class. 2. They push you to really learn, not just to memorize test-taking techniques. This works a lot better, in my opinion, because it really sinks in. They emphasize diagramming conditional statements, which is not only useful for the LSAT, but also for life in general. (You can win arguments, understand CFTC regulations, and criticize the presidential debate.) 3. You learn useful, simple ways of solving logic games. The methods became ingrained in my mind, and despite the fact that logic games was my worst section coming in, I breezed through the games questions on the LSAT. 4. Everyone at LSAT Sensei is super nice and helpful, and will answer any number of questions at any time of day. David took the time to have coffee with me and answer all my questions about law school and whether or not it was worth going. 5. Because it's a smaller company, they know you individually and your study plan is very personalized. David will stop at nothing to make sure you get a good LSAT score. (He called my boyfriend to brief him on what I was supposed to be doing to study and told him to report back if I stopped.) You want him on your side in the LSAT battle. LSAT Sensei did such a good job of teaching me the LSAT that even though I didn't get any sleep for the two nights before the test AND I was sick, I still scored in the 99th percentile. read more

David is Great! he has good intentions and is supportive, however during my online course he canceled and moved class too frequently. I understand that need to be flexible but not when it happens almost every week, at first I thought hey life happens, but week after week class was postponed to many different times and dates for many different reasons, good reasons I am sure, but still unprofessional..I also struggled to grasp the material he seemed to move fast and hyper energetic which just may be a style issue, but that along with the constant changes threw me off. He seems too much of a 'go with the flow' again that can be good but i didn't know what time class was over from one day to another and we never kept to schedule as far as topics to cover either, this can be difficult if you are on a work and/or class schedule as... I can't really talk about how effective he is in helping improve scores as my work schedule did not allow me to keep up with all the class changes. I am sad it didn't work out and I am looking for another LSAT prep. Best! read more

LSAT Sensei is by far the best! With David's caring and energetic personality, he truly makes sure you are prepared for the LSATs in every aspect. Not only did his classes help raise my score, but he was willing to go past just being an LSAT teacher and has helped me with making a decision on which law school to attend. Beyond that, he's made a connection with each of his students, which truly showed when he introduced me to other former LSAT Sensei students that currently attend the law school of my choice. From beginning to end, LSAT to law school, David is a great advisor! read more

If you're looking for an excellent LSAT tutor, look no further than David. When I first approached David to be my LSAT coach, I was sitting on a 167 LSAT score. After working with David, I now have a 177 in my pocket. As a result, many more law school doors have opened to me than before. I have researched a lot of different LSAT prep companies. I have also taken a few of their courses. While I do believe that they are useful, for those students trying to achieve excellence on the LSAT - it's highly probable that you will need a more personalized experience. David would be your answer. Why do I think David is such a good LSAT teacher? His level of experience. David has taught a buttload of students, so he can assess you very accurately and provide you with what you need to succeed. He does not sugarcoat things. He will tell you if you are not ready. The result is getting the score you need for the school you want to go to. His patience. I do not know many people as patient or as nice as David. He will take the time to explain problems to you and he will ensure that you understand. He's a really pleasant guy to work with. His willingess to go above and beyond for his students. He really will go above and beyond to help you understand where you are going wrong. His deep understanding of the test. He knows this test very very well. He has wisdom in his pocket that you will not hear from any LSAT test prep companies. If you can stump him on a question (good luck), you know that you are ready to dominate the test. Of course, you have to put in the work too. But with David guiding you (and I speak from personal experience), you will get that elite score. I don't think I can say enough good things about David and about my experience working with him. read more

I was a non-traditional law student, beginning my LSAT preparation at age 40. After taking the top-rated (and highest priced) LSAT prep course, I scored a disappointing 159 on my first attempt at writing the test. Because I realized this score would not be high enough to attain my admissions goals, I decided to take my preparation to another level with tutoring. I hired David Yi, the LSAT Sensei, to provide tutoring in my office two days per week. Starting with an initial assessment, David designed a study program that built upon my existing strengths and isolated and focused on my weaknesses. After several months of David's tutoring, I was able to increase my score to an acceptable 166. Using this score (and David's admissions consulting services), I was able to gain admission to the class of 2015 at the University of Illinois College of Law, graduating magna cum laude in May. David is not only an excellent teacher but a great person. He is very kind, honest, and receptive to criticism. Happily, he has become a friend upon whom I continue to rely for advice and counsel. It is with pleasure and without hesitation that I recommend the services of LSAT Sensei and David Yi. read more

If you want to rock the LSAT and get into a top 10-15 law school, you have to study with Dave! I first heard about LSAT Sensei from a friend who had studied with him a couple years ago. Dave helped my friend get an elite 170+ score and he had nothing but good things to say about him. At the time I was seriously considering to just sign up with Kaplan, but after getting in touch with Dave and meeting with him for a free lesson preview, I was totally sold! I signed up with LSAT Sensei to get private tutoring and work directly with David. It's only slightly more expensive than the general classes at Kaplan, and you get WAY more for your money. You get all the personal attention, lesson plans tailored to your strengths/weaknesses, and of course, a world-class and passionate tutor who actually cares that you do well on the test. Dave knows the LSAT test inside and out, as he's scored perfect 180s multiple times. He shares all his tips and strategies and breaks everything down into simpler, easier to understand concepts. Not only that, he's funny! I found that Dave's strategies helped me the most with overall speed on the test. I used to have trouble finishing the individual sections without having to blindly guess, but after studying with him I've always been able to accurately answer all the questions with time leftover to spare. He also helped me immensely with the games section, which has since become the easiest section on the test for me. Dave knows the test so well, and he has an approachable, easy to understand way of teaching it. Even after I got my coveted 170+ score, Dave helped me as a consultant in the application process. He's really there with you the whole way through, and he sincerely wants to see all his students succeed on the test and get into the law schools of their dreams. Try out LSAT Sensei...you will not be disappointed!!!!! read more

I rarely write online reviews, but felt it was important to share my experience with those of you considering hiring David for LSAT prep. I contacted David and at first he was very charming and helpful and helped me get set up with the initial "pulse" sessions. The idea behind these sessions is to get a sense of your baseline. This phase involves taking two practice tests (one timed and one untimed), going through a mock tutoring session via Skype, completing homework following this tutoring session and then having an additional call to assess performance and possible routes for tutoring moving forward. I completed the practice tests he sent me and, after completing them, sent him my answer sheets and set up a time to talk. The tutoring session went well and I promptly completed my homework, sent it back to him, and set up the time for our debrief call. During this call, David seemed a bit unprepared. He said he didn't have my test scores in front of him (and thus could not talk specifics) because he was traveling (fine) but did not provide any follow up. He seemed a bit distracted during the call and couldn't give me the tailored advice I was hoping for so that I could tell if I should move forward with tutoring sessions or not. Moreover, after sending countless e-mails and placing multiple phone calls, I have never to this day gotten my scores on the initial tests that I completed, nor have I received any response at all acknowledging my attempts at communication. This took hours of my time. At first I tried to give him the benefit of the doubt--I knew he was traveling and had a busy schedule. But after each unreturned call or e-mail, I wondered if I should be genuinely concerned--if there was a serious reason why he was unresponsive. Alas, I can't confirm this either way, but can only speak to my experience. After Googling him, the forums I found had some unfavorable things to say about him as well, to say the least. It seems strange that while this is the case, all of the Yelp reviews are overwhelmingly positive. Fishy? This is all in very stark contrast to the image that David presented of himself throughout the initial process. He tried to be very charming and repeatedly talked about how he could be like a brother to me throughout the process and how I should e-mail him no matter the hour with any concerns I had. My countless inquiries have gone unanswered though and I now do NOT feel like I can trust David in helping me in this very lengthy, stressful and expensive process. read more

Working with Dave has been great, this guy really knows what he's talking about. I started out just studying by myself from the book, but I quickly became overwhelmed. I wasn't quite grasping the LSAT style and my score wasn't improving like I had hoped. After I started working with David it was like everything just clicked. He's great at taking complicated ideas and making them so simple. I saw my testing ability skyrocket, plus I felt confident and ready to take the test (which is always half the battle with these kinds of tests). I'm glad I decided to use his 1 on 1 tutoring , it changed my testing experience! read more

I didn't know there was a Yelp page for LSAT Sensei! Awesome! I sat in on one of Dave's (aka LSAT Sensei) LSAT test prep and law school admissions seminars in Washington DC back in September 2011 and it was definitely worth the time. It's been almost five years since I've been out of college and now thinking about applying to law school, and the dreaded LSAT has been driving me crazy. I spent a few hours going over some games (my worst section) with Dave and he taught me some fantastic tricks and shortcuts. I'm pretty slow when it comes to these games, so I especially appreciated how patient he was with me. And he took as much time as I needed to clearly explain each step to me. Anyway, since then, I've been going over lessons with Dave virtually online and over the phone. I was averaging in the low 160s but I finally reached the 170s. My test is coming in February so hopefully I could keep it up. And btw, the games section is now my favorite part of the test. A unique quality that Dave offers is the personal care and attention that I hardly experienced using other test prep companies in the DC area. And this is all virtual and over the phone lessons! For those of you in Chicago, you should feel lucky that you could work with him in person. I've taken several classes with other companies in the past two years but none offered the personal (not to mention 24/7) attention and support that Dave offers. (Not sure if you'll read this, but sorry for bombarding you with so many questions every weekend, Dave!) And the guy really knows his stuff. After I get the LSAT out of the way I'll definitely take advantage of the law school admissions consulting! Get ready, Dave! :) read more

Signing up for LSAT Sensei was the best decision I could have made. This class helped me improve my score by 10 points! What makes this class great, is the fact that David really cares about getting the most out of his students and really enjoys what he is doing, which is what I think makes a great teacher. I was terrified of taking the LSAT and studying for it, but David made it interesting and fun, which I really didnt think was possible. He breaks down the problems in ways that everyone can understand and relate to. I was also impressed with how approachable all the tutors were. They were always willing to talk outside of class and make sure that the students were getting the attention they needed. I have recommended this class to a number of friends and told my undergrad advisor to tell his future students about it because I know that if you give your full effort into this class you will definately be satisfied. Overall, this class was great and I have always been happy with my decision to sign up for it. I strongly recommend it to anyone looking for LSAT prep classes. read more

LSAT Sensei is amazing because: -David knows the test backwards and forwards, he's an amazing teacher who loves to teach. -He's 100% devoted to his students, making himself available for phone calls, texts, and emails at all hours of the day. -He goes above and beyond by helping students with their essays and applications, even AFTER you're done taking his class. I first discovered LSAT Sensei last fall when I knew I would be taking the June 2013 test. I of course researched the larger, more popular companies, but because of their size, I could never be sure that MY experience would be as good as those of the students advertised. After a great deal of searching, and several phone calls and emails with LSAT prep companies around the country, I decided to work with David at LSAT Sensei. Throughout the entire process of discovering and working with David, I've been amazed by his genuine care for his students and their success, his sense of humor, and his endless energy, passion, and patience. He goes above and beyond by helping students with their applications and essay because he's so invested in their success, making the daunting law school application process as manageable and enjoyable as possible. This completely blew away my friend (who graduated from a Top 3 law school)--he couldn't believe the level of personal attention that David gave to his students. You're not just taking a class, you're forging a relationship with a partner throughout the entire law school application process. This is a priceless feature of LSAT Sensei. I'm not a great standardized test taker, and I knew that conquering the LSAT was going to take significant studying on my part if I was going to meet my goal of scoring above 170. After studying with David for three months in a group class and taking a couple private lessons as the test approached, my practice test scores shot up 17 points, well above my goal. It wasn't easy, and I devoted many hours of self study to augment the classroom instruction (which is truly necessary for anyone hoping to crack 170, regardless of the company). I firmly believe that for serious applicants that want to attend top law schools, David combines the efficiency to help you reach your target score fast, the experience and calm to help you deal with testing anxiety, and the continuing advice and guidance to make your application as strong as possible, all while being a fun, entertaining guy to work with. Looking back at my journey of studying the LSAT, I can't think of any other person or company I would have rather entrusted with my goals of attending a top law school. If you're able to work with LSAT Sensei, do it already. And then go study. read more

Wow. Where to start. Well, I suppose the first thing to say is that you won't do well on the LSAT unless YOU put the time and effort into it. There is no magic bullet. But if you are willing to take on the challenge, David Yi is your man. He just gets it. When you work with him, you'll see what I mean, but for now let me explain my personal experience with LSAT Sensei (David's company), and how I found working with David to be helpful on each section of the test. So, here's my story: I took first the LSAT in October and December of 2011. I've never been one to seek out help, so I studied on my own. I cancelled the first test and got a 165 on the second. Total disaster in light of my own personal goal to break into the T14. I wasn't surprised, because during practice tests I rarely finished sections on time, and struggled mightily with those infamous logic games. Disappointed with my score (and with the schools I got into), I decided not to go to law school. When I decided to re-apply two years later, I knew that studying on my own wouldn't work. After working with David (both one on one and in class), I was scoring regularly between 172 and 174 on practice tests. In teaching me how to beat the test, David took the fear away, and turned it into something I actually found fun and looked forward to. So, what's the secret? How did David help me master the LSAT? Games: This is where you'll find the most help from David. Not only can he do a logic game in under four minutes (the test allows about 9 minutes per game), he can "reverse engineer" them. That is, he can help you get inside the head of the person who wrote the game, to figure out what the test is likely to ask before you even get to the questions. This is the difference between your average "Guy who aced the LSAT and is making money as a part-time LSAT tutor while in law school," and a professional LSAT instructor with 10+ years of experience like David. He'll help you separate "what you know" from "what you don't know," which is the key to setting up the games without wasting time. David also has his own unique method for certain types of grouping games that proves to be an immensely helpful shortcut. He can even write his own logic games, and in fact one of his submissions was used on an actual LSAT. In other words, and let me put this is capital letters to be absolutely clear, YOU WILL BE WORKING WITH SOMEONE WHO HAS WRITTEN REAL LSAT QUESTIONS. He will teach you how to grab the low-hanging fruit (the easiest questions) in less than 10 seconds, and how to get the harder questions as efficiently as possible. He'll also tell you how to know when its "time to give up" and move on to the next question. All this saves time, and time saved on one question means more time on another, which means more points on your test. Logical reasoning: With unlimited time, anyone can answer most logical reasoning questions. Getting 25 of these in 35 minutes is a different story. David will help you break down questions by category, which is somewhat helpful. But more importantly, he will help you "feel the flow" of the prompts, so that many times you will know the answer before you read through the answer choices. This seems very vague and general, but I cannot stress how helpful this was. Simply put, he's seen every question, and knows every potential pitfall. He'll also help you with strategy: teach you how to kill the first 10 (easiest) questions in a section in less than 10 minutes, or how to get the last 5 questions, which are often the hardest. After you start to take real practice tests, David will help you go over all your wrong answers in logical reasoning, which is immensely helpful. (This is true whether you have him in class or private tutoring--I did both). This helps him pinpoint your weaknesses and then target them for strengthening. This can range from struggling with a particular type of question, or using a bad overall strategy. Reading comp: Here David was least helpful, but still immensely so. There is only so much you can learn from an instructor here: he won't turn you into a speed reader. But David will teach you how to tackle this section, which is not as intuitive as it seems. For instance, the main key is to spend plenty of time on the passage, fully absorb it, and then blast through the questions. (The alternative is to skim the passage and spend more time on the questions, which is a common mistake!) More importantly, David will drill you: make you do reading comp sections again and again and again until you become comfortable and consistent. Generally speaking, David will help you become "interested" in the test. That is, he'll get really nerdy about certain questions, and about the LSAT itself. This is an incredibly infectious quality. The LSAT, as it turns out, is VERY beatable. You have to be willing to put in the work, but seeking out a professional like David is so ridiculously helpful it almost feels too good to be true. read more

David's title as LSAT Sensei is well-deserved! His knowledge of the test shows as he teaches; not only does he simplify difficult concepts so that it becomes easily understandable, but he also provides a way for his students to practice further by creating a variety of new questions as warm-up exercises. Most test prep companies are only able to stick to the released questions, but seeing David come up with various game scenarios in matter of minutes really showed me his dexterity with the test. Even after taking one class with him solidified reading comprehension, logical reasoning, and game strategies that I eventually used when taking the real test. As if that in itself isn't enough, I have never seen an instructor so invested in the success of his students. David schedules one-on-one time with each of them outside of classes to clear up any questions they have and to discuss their plans for the application process. His knowledge of law schools and how to market yourself as a desirable applicant goes without saying. You will not be sorry if you decide to trust your test preparation to the LSAT Sensei! read more

David is fantastic. My score improved 15 points putting me in the 99+ percentile. He is increidbly knowledgeable and his FUN method makes studying just that (fun). David is able to give more personal attention than any of the big testing companies, and he tailors the study to your needs. read more

David is truly a joy to learn from. I also can't say enough about how immensely insightful David is with the LSAT. Although he is an intensely busy person (I had to reschedule with him once), he sincerely apologized and made up for it. But all that aside, result is what's important and I definitely received a big increase in score. Thank you so much Sensei! read more

I decided to go to apply to law school in May 2015. I was studying at least three hours a day, every day, listening to LSAT prep podcasts, and obsessing over strategies through the online forums. Despite all the effort, I wasn't able to break 159. I knew I needed a better way to study, but none of the classes fit my schedule (I'm self-employed and have a pretty hectic work schedule). I hired David to help me raise my score in time for the October LSAT. David has a tried and true methodology where he runs a few diagnostic tests (what he calls "pulse checks"), pinpoints your weaknesses, gives you an hour lesson, and then gives you targeted drills. This structured approach helped me raise my score to the low 170's on practice tests, and eventually score 167 on the real thing. The best thing about David is that he never nickle and dimes you with his time. He offers you as much help as you need -- not only as much as you can afford. He's an excellent resource not just for all things LSAT, but for career and admissions advice as well. I highly recommend LSAT Sensei for anyone who is already scoring pretty well on the LSAT, but wants to take it to the next level. read more

I did one-on-one tutoring with Dave and had a great experience. He does an amazing job of analyzing your work, defining trouble areas, and coming up with a plan for how to improve. That kind of forward motion is so essential to stay motivated and not get discouraged while studying for the LSAT. Dave goes above and beyond to give you everything that you need to succeed on the test, from materials to email help between tutoring sessions. I studied for a year independently and with other tutors before signing up with LSAT Sensei, and nothing improved my score so much as Dave's help. He taught me so much that simply wasn't available in other test prep books. David is invested in you success and he will do anything to help you improve! read more

When you decide how to prepare for the LSAT you will be faced with all kinds of options. There are LSAT classes, self-study books and online groups. These are all fine, and they will certainly help you to do better on the LSAT. But then there is David Yi, the LSAT Sensei. David is truly in a class above. His knowledge of the test is profound, and he is always working with LSAC to stay abreast of changes. His ability to teach is unparalleled. After a couple of sessions together he knew what I needed, and tailored every second to helping me improve in those areas. Most importantly, David sets himself apart in client service. Throughout the process of studying for the LSAT, taking the test, and applying to law school, David has been a sounding board and mentor to me. He is always available by phone, and always went the extra mile to ensure my success. On the day of the test I felt as though I had truly complete knowledge of the LSAT. I never worried that I would be caught off guard. The secret weapon all of David's students have is confidence. We have studied hard with the best tutor in the game, so we know we are going to crush the test. I'm now deciding between top-three law schools, and I owe my success to David. If you intend to become an attorney, this may be the best investment you can make in your future. Go for it and reap the rewards. read more

David is truly an LSAT genius. I was able to score into the 170's with his personalized and effective instruction. I wholeheartedly recommend David! read more

If you're serious about maximizing your LSAT score and attending the law school of your dreams, look no further than LSAT Sensei! David not only has a masterful grasp of the question types and strategies but he is also able to instruct students in a manner that is both easy to understand and engaging. In addition, David truly cares about your progress and offers individualized strategies to maximize your score. In addition to the in-person classes I attended for three months, he frequently offered additional online courses, connected with me via phone and email to discuss my progress, and helped me develop a customized schedule. All of this at an extremely affordable price! If you want top-notch instruction at a low price, LSAT Sensei is the way to go! My LSAT score ultimately increased by 10 points. My improvement in the Logic Games section was absolutely stunning! I went from only being able to complete few questions during my first practice test to comfortably attacking even the most difficult game types. David also helped guide me through the law school application process. His knowledge of the application process and how to successfully market yourself to law schools is remarkable! David's instruction while I was studying for the LSAT and his guidance during the law school application process helped me maximize my potential as a law school applicant. read more

After being privately tutored by David Yi, one thing became immediately clear - he knows the LSAT forwards and backwards AND he knew how to get me at that level. At the beginning of May, I was freaking out because I only had one month to study for the June exam. I took a diagnostic and I only scored a 149. Later that week during our first meeting, he analyzed me and knew my flaws well. David gave me only TWO pieces of advice for me to work on. Four days later, I took another practice exam and I scored a 159! In one week I jumped 10 points. I only needed to meet him twice a week for incredible results. My third practice exam I got a 167 and by the fourth and final week I was able to score above 170. Within 1 month, I was able to understand the test so well that I was able to finish some of the sections with at least 5 minutes remaining if not 10 minutes. Every week that I met with him, he would critique and advise me so well that I was able to make these leaps and bounds with my scores. His knowledge is invaluable. No matter how hard I studied, I would always plateau. All David needed to do was analyze me and I would break that plateau within the week. LSAT Sensei boasts an incredulous improvement rate almost to the point of disbelief; however, I lived through those exact improvements and so much more. People under David and LSAT sensei are not students but pupils. What that means is that there will be a lot more care and personal attention than you would receive at any other company. It is much more personalized. They do not believe in a "one size fit all philosophy". They will teach each pupil the strategy that most suits their style and needs to optimize their scores. After completing the June exam, I can tell by the attitudes of everyone around me that I knew more and understood the LSAT better than anyone there because of my one month under David. read more

David is really passionate about helping his students. I reached out to him after I exhausted all other resources. I had taken blueprint's prep course and worked with one of their private tutors...I want to add that I did all the homework and even read the LSAT bibles.. While all these things together were helpful, I needed an extra boost and David was able to help me out. He introduced me to innovative techniques that I had never heard of, and believe me, I had heard it all. Working with David helped me pinpoint exactly what and where my weaknesses were and in turn that allowed me to study more effectively. The personalized approach really makes me wish I had started with David from the beginning because I would have saved myself a lot of time! He also really took the time to understand me as a prospective law school candidate and gave me advice on how to play my cards right. If you're serious about doing well on the LSAT I think you should definitely go with LSAT sensei! read more

I had a wonderful experience with LSAT Sensei. I loved the woman who tutored me because she was committed, patient and good at explaining the concepts. David, the owner, is extremely knowledgeable about the LSAT. He often travels overseas, which means occasionally he is hard to get a hold of, but he was almost always prompt and he is extremely knowledgeable. My score increased 23 points from my initial diagnostic, which I still can't believe! Because of David, I was able to get into my top choice law school with almost a full-ride scholarship. There's nothing more I could ask for in a LSAT tutor! I would highly recommend this company! read more

Getting in touch with LSAT Sensei at the beginning of my law school application process was the best advice my college's pre-law advisor gave me. David makes you feel like you have your own personal guru on call at all times to answer any little question you may have about choosing what schools to apply to, what to expect during the admissions process, how to craft a resume that puts your best foot forward, how to write a personal essay that is truly personal and memorable, and really anything else that may arise during this very complicated and stressful process! David always made me feel confident and positive, and seemed to truly have my best interest at heart. He tailors his approach to every individual he works with, and is sincerely dedicated to teaching and helping others. I would recommend him to anyone! read more

I did one on one tutoring with David during the past summer, and I improved my LSAT score immensely. I would definitely suggest skipping any big LSAT tutoring companies such as Kaplan or Princeton, and just go straight to David for help. I took a LSAT online study course through Kaplan, and I found that it did not help me at all in applying the concepts to the actual LSAT. David taught me more effective strategies for approaching each section, and focused on the specific components that would actually increase my score. Ten minutes with David is easily equal to two hours of information from the Kaplan study videos, and David will create a personalized study schedule to fit your needs that will allow you to use your study time most effectively. His advice outside of the LSAT realm was also extremely helpful in my law school application decisions. He gave me invaluable advice for components of my application, and helped me with the decision of where I should go to law school. I really felt that I had someone on my side in the pre-law school process, who legitimately cared about my success and well-being. It's also wonderful to know that in the years to come, David will always be willing to give me any advice he can! I definitely suggest that you turn to David if you need guidance on your LSAT studying read more

Hiring David as my LSAT tutor was the most important decision of my academic life. From the beginning, he had a complete understanding of how to teach me the best way to improve my scores. It's very clear that David truly cares about his students as he takes the time to figure out how each individual student learns and operates. He always made sure I understood the assignments before our session ended and not to mention graciously worked around my schedule. Not only is he very accommodating but he made sure I knew that I could call him at any point with any questions I had and made me feel very comfortable. David has made the process very fun and engaging every step of the way. Importantly, he also gave me the confidence to know that I would succeed. Thanks to David, I have been accepted to my first target school with a $60,000.00 scholarship!!! read more

David is a phenomenal LSAT teacher and mentor for two main reasons: (1) He shows you how to think like the people who write the test. It's one thing to recognize the tests' components - grouping games, linear games, parallel reasoning questions, reading comprehension themes - but that will only get you so far. On test day, you'll inevitably be thrown a curve ball: something that doesn't fit neatly into the categories that have become synonymous with LSAT prep. That's where David's instruction becomes crucial. To improve my logical reasoning skills, David and I went over a group of questions I got wrong. I listened to him think through questions out loud, and he listened to me think through questions. Then, we found areas where I could hone in on portions of the question I had previously overlooked. Over time, I could feel my thinking patterns become more efficient. This efficiency of thought, rather than simple pattern recognition, is what pays big dividends on the LSAT. (2) He genuinely cares about his students' progress. After I took the test, he helped me craft an application I can be proud of. I sent him a draft of a personal statement that I thought was pretty good, and his critiques made it so much better. He showed me where I had overlooked opportunities to market myself, and he helped me develop a theme in my statement that tied my entire application together. He also showed me how to approach optional essays that I didn't initially think applied to me. Without David's help, I don't think my application would have had the connecting thread that makes it stand out. This isn't something he had to do - he did it because he genuinely wanted me to succeed. Big prep companies often advertise by disclosing the scores of their teachers. But, having a great score is no guarantee that the teacher will transform your thinking and invest in your success. With David, you get a teacher who not only has an excellent score but also has the ability and motivation to help you succeed. I'm really happy I worked with David during my application process, and I'd wholeheartedly recommend him for anyone who wants to attend a top school. It's a great investment in your future. read more

When it comes to LSAT prep, it does not get any better than David. I originally took an onsite course with Kaplan and was sadly disappointed with the Kaplan method and the instructor. Rather you take LSAT SENSI online or in person it doesn't matter, the quality is great. David truly breaks down the LSAT in a way that is clear and easy for ALL to master. I've had my experiences in many different courses from sitting in on a Blueprint course, manhattan lsat, test masters, and a full length Kaplan and NONE of them compare to the instruction that David delivers. The homework is very helpful and he takes the time to answer all of your questions even after class and via phone/email. Though the class I took is online, David was 100% accessible and continues to be months after my course. You want to master Logic Games then David is your guy! I've never seen his strategy duplicated and broken down in such a way that makes perfect sense. Additionally class was NOT dull but fun to learn and interactive. I increased my score and I have no one to thank but David and LSAT Sensi. For the money the value over delivered! I highly recommend David as an LSAT instructor :) read more

When I first met David at a conference for 0Ls in San Francisco, I was really impressed. Right out of the box, he administered a practice LSAT to us. He went on to explain his history with the test, rocking it with a high score and his graduation from law school in Chicago. Said that he even went to school and knew the founders of Blueprint LSAT. Very impressive. However, once I signed up with LSAT Sensei, all of that went away. Not professional in informing clients of dates and times or providing course materials or guidelines and when asked he seemed more annoyed than anything, which was less than helpful. Online courses times were canceled frequently and the Skype connection was often lost or not audible. Once, he was in a Panera Bread starting the class more than 30 minutes late, I couldn't hear him, connection dropped several times and then the connection eventually just dropped altogether. There were 4 people in the online class and he would commend that one person who understood the concept, this person was sure that they would be attending Yale law school. The rest of us thought he, David, was moving too fast, the concepts weren't making sense and he did not take the time or make the effort to explain things. He would say refer to the materials that I'll email to you after the session. But these materials, a week later, would not arrive in the inbox After trying to contact him by email or telephone regarding the materials, again he just seemed annoyed. I got a discounted price of $250 for a 2-6 month course but I just cut my losses at that point. I am now very happy with my online Blueprint LSAT prep course. read more