What Is LSAC Used For: Features, Reviews & Alternatives

Transcripts typically take 2-3 weeks from receipt to be processed and reflected in your CAS account. Letters of recommendation are usually processed within 1-2 business days once received. Delays can occur during peak application periods, so early submission is strongly advised.

While you register for the LSAT through your LSAC account, the accommodations request is a separate, detailed process. You must submit your LSAT registration first, then apply for accommodations through the dedicated 'LSAT Accommodations' section, providing all required documentation by the specified deadlines.

When you apply to a law school through LSAC, your official LSAT score(s) and your comprehensive CAS report (which includes transcripts, letters of recommendation, and a writing sample) are automatically sent to that institution. You do not need to send these documents separately to each school.

If you complete additional coursework or receive new grades after your initial CAS report is sent, you must submit an updated transcript to LSAC. Once processed, LSAC will automatically send an updated CAS report to all law schools to which you have applied or designated to receive reports.

Yes, there is an annual subscription fee for the Credential Assembly Service, which covers the processing of your documents and the generation of reports. The service is valid for five years from the date of purchase, allowing for multiple application cycles if needed.