Question 1

What is the PhiLSAT?

Accepted Answer

The Philippine Law School Admission Test (PhiLSAT) is a standardized aptitude examination required for admission to law schools in the Philippines. It assesses five competencies: Communication, Critical Thinking, Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, and Reading Comprehension.

Question 2

What is the passing score for PhiLSAT?

Accepted Answer

The passing threshold is the 55th percentile. This means you must score higher than 55% of test-takers to be eligible for law school admission. Some top law schools may require higher percentiles.

Question 3

How long is the PhiLSAT valid?

Accepted Answer

PhiLSAT scores are valid for two (2) years from the date of examination. After this period, aspiring law students must retake the exam.

Question 4

Who administers the PhiLSAT?

Accepted Answer

The Legal Education Board (LEB) administers the PhiLSAT as mandated by Republic Act No. 7662 or the Legal Education Reform Act of 1993.

Question 5

Can I retake the PhiLSAT if I fail?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can retake the PhiLSAT. The exam is typically offered twice a year. There is no limit to the number of times you can take it, but you must wait for the next scheduled examination.

Question 6

What are the PhiLSAT requirements?

Accepted Answer

Requirements include: a bachelor's degree (or graduating status), valid government-issued ID, passport-size photos, accomplished application form, and payment of examination fee (around ₱1,500-2,000).

Question 7

How long is the PhiLSAT exam?

Accepted Answer

The PhiLSAT is a half-day examination, typically lasting 3-4 hours including breaks. It covers five sections with multiple-choice questions.

Question 8

Which law schools require PhiLSAT?

Accepted Answer

All law schools in the Philippines accredited by the Legal Education Board require PhiLSAT scores for admission. This includes UP Law, Ateneo Law, San Beda, UST, and all other LEB-accredited law schools.

Question 9

Is the PhiLSAT similar to the LSAT?

Accepted Answer

While both are law school admission tests, PhiLSAT is specific to the Philippines. It shares some similarities with LSAT in testing critical thinking and reading comprehension, but PhiLSAT also includes quantitative reasoning and communication sections.

Question 10

How many items are in the PhiLSAT?

Accepted Answer

The PhiLSAT contains approximately 150-200 multiple-choice questions distributed across five sections: Communication, Critical Thinking, Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, and Reading Comprehension.

Question 11

What is the best way to prepare for PhiLSAT?

Accepted Answer

Effective preparation includes: taking diagnostic tests to identify weak areas, building vocabulary with legal and academic terms, practicing critical thinking with logic puzzles, reading extensively (especially legal texts), and taking timed practice tests regularly.

Question 12

When is the PhiLSAT schedule?

Accepted Answer

The PhiLSAT is typically administered twice a year - usually in April and October. Check the Legal Education Board (LEB) website for the exact schedule and registration deadlines.

Month	Focus Area	Activities	Target
Month 1	Diagnostic & Foundation	Take diagnostic test, identify weak areas, review basic grammar and math	Establish baseline score
Month 2	Communication & Language	Grammar mastery, vocabulary building, sentence correction practice	80% accuracy in language section
Month 3	Critical Thinking	Logic puzzles, argument analysis, fallacy identification, LSAT-style questions	Master logical reasoning patterns
Month 4	Verbal & Quantitative	Analogies, word relationships, algebra, data interpretation	Improve speed and accuracy
Month 5	Reading Comprehension	Dense passage practice, legal texts, inference questions, timed reading	Read 500+ words/minute with comprehension
Month 6	Full Practice & Review	Timed full-length tests, review mistakes, exam simulation	55+ percentile (passing threshold)

Section	Skills Tested	Key Topics	Strategy	Difficulty
Communication	Grammar, Syntax, Writing	Subject-verb agreement, tenses, punctuation, clarity	Identify error patterns quickly	âââ
Critical Thinking	Logic, Argument Analysis	Fallacies, assumptions, strengthen/weaken arguments	Diagram arguments, find gaps	âââââ
Verbal Reasoning	Vocabulary, Relationships	Analogies, synonyms/antonyms, sentence completion	Build word families, use context	ââââ
Quantitative	Math, Data Analysis	Algebra, percentages, graphs, probability	Mental math, estimation first	âââ
Reading Comprehension	Analysis, Inference	Main idea, tone, author purpose, implicit meaning	Skim first, then read carefully	ââââ

Word	Definition	Legal Context	Example
Precedent	An earlier case used as guide	Stare decisis principle	"The court followed the precedent set in previous rulings."
Jurisprudence	Philosophy of law	Legal theory and interpretation	"Her jurisprudence emphasized natural rights."
Adjudicate	To make a formal judgment	Court decision-making	"The tribunal will adjudicate the dispute."
Cogent	Clear, logical, convincing	Argument quality	"The lawyer presented a cogent argument."
Equivocal	Ambiguous, open to interpretation	Contract language issues	"The witness gave an equivocal response."
Spurious	False, not genuine	Evidence evaluation	"The court rejected the spurious documents."
Exculpate	To clear from blame	Criminal defense	"New evidence helped exculpate the defendant."
Impugn	To dispute or challenge	Cross-examination	"The attorney tried to impugn the witness's credibility."
Recondite	Obscure, little known	Complex legal doctrines	"The case involved recondite points of maritime law."
Tenable	Able to be defended	Legal position strength	"Is this legal position tenable in court?"
Specious	Superficially plausible but wrong	Logical fallacies	"The specious reasoning failed to convince the jury."
Probative	Serving to prove something	Evidence admissibility	"The evidence has high probative value."

Percentile	Interpretation	Law School Prospects	Recommended Action
85th - 99th	Excellent	Top-tier: UP Law, Ateneo Law, San Beda	Apply to top schools, consider scholarships
70th - 84th	Above Average	Competitive for most law schools	Strong application, highlight achievements
55th - 69th	Passing (Average)	Eligible for most accredited law schools	Apply broadly, prepare strong interview
45th - 54th	Below Passing	Limited options, retake recommended	Focus review, retake exam
25th - 44th	Below Average	Retake required for most schools	Intensive review program, identify gaps
Below 25th	Needs Improvement	Not competitive, significant prep needed	Extended study, consider review center

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