Note Alabama has announced that it intends to administer the NextGen bar exam in July 2028. Visit https://www.ncbex.org/exams/nextgen to learn more about the new exam.
NoteAlabama requires the following NCBE exams: MBE, MEE, MPT, and MPRE. Visit the NCBE Study Aids Store to purchase the Bar Exam Everything Value Pack which includes MBE, MEE, and MPT study aids; and MPRE study aids to help prepare for Alabama exams.
Bar Admission Agency
Alabama State Bar
P.O. Box 671
Montgomery, AL 36101
| Phone | (334) 269-1515 |
|---|---|
| Fax | (334) 261-6310 |
| admit@alabar.org | |
| Website | Visit Website |
Bar Exam Eligibility, Deadlines, and Fees
| ABA-Approved Law School J.D. Required | No |
|---|---|
| Foreign Law Graduate Eligibility | Yes |
| July 2026: First filing deadline | Feb. 1 |
| July 2026: Late filing deadline | — |
| February 2027: First filing deadline | Oct. 1 |
| February 2027: Late filing deadline | — |
| Bar Exam Application Filing Fees | Details available from the jurisdiction. |
Score Portability
| Accepts Legacy UBE Score | Yes |
|---|---|
| Minimum Legacy UBE Score | 260 |
| Accepts NextGen UBE Score | Yes |
| Minimum NextGen UBE Score | Varies |
| Date First Acceptance NextGen UBE Score | July 2026 |
| Maximum Score Age | 36 months |
| Jurisdiction-Specific Requirement | Yes |
| Accepts Transferred MBE Scores | Yes |
Character & Fitness Investigations
NCBE conducts investigations for some application types.
MPRE Requirements
| MPRE Required | Yes |
|---|---|
| MPRE Minimum Passing Score | 75 |
| MPRE Score Time Parameters | Details available from the jurisdiction. |
Admission on Motion
| Rules Provide for Admission on Motion | Yes |
|---|---|
| Legal Education and Reciprocity Requirements | Details available from the jurisdiction. |
| Number of Years of Practice Required | 5 of past 6 |
Bar Exam
| NextGen UBE | Yes |
|---|---|
| Date First Administration | July 2028 |
| Minimum Passing Score | TBA |
| NextGen UBE Jurisdiction-Specific Requirement | Yes |
| Legacy UBE | Yes |
| Date Final Administration | February 2028 |
| Minimum Passing Score | 260 |
| Legacy UBE Jurisdiction-Specific Requirement | Yes |
| Jurisdiction-Drafted Exam | No |
Disclaimer:
Since jurisdiction rules and policies change, NCBE strongly advises consulting
the jurisdiction's bar admission agency directly for the most current
information.