Jurisdiction information summary for the Delaware bar admission process.
Bar Admission Agency
Board of Bar Examiners of the Delaware Supreme Court
405 N. King Street, Ste. 500
Wilmington, DE 19801
Phone:(302) 651-3935
Bar Exam Eligibility, Deadlines, and Fees
| ABA-Approved Law School J.D. Required | No |
|---|---|
| Foreign Law Graduate Eligibility | Yes |
Filing Deadlines
- July 2025 — First filing deadline: April 2
- July 2025 — Late filing deadline: May 6
- February 2026 — First filing deadline: Nov. 4
- February 2026 — Late filing deadline: Dec. 2
For complete details about Delaware bar exam application filing deadlines and fees, see “Details” on the Delaware jurisdiction charts at NCBE.
Score Portability
Accepts Legacy UBE Score: No
Accepts NextGen UBE Score: Yes
Minimum NextGen UBE Score: TBA
Date First Acceptance of NextGen UBE Score: TBA
Jurisdiction-Specific Requirement: Yes
Accepts Transferred MBE Scores: No
Character & Fitness Investigations
NCBE conducts investigations for some application types.
Character & Fitness Services for DE
MPRE Requirements
Admission on Motion
Rules Provide for Admission on Motion: No
Bar Exam
Legacy UBE: No
NextGen UBE: Yes
Date First Administration (NextGen UBE): February 2028
Minimum Passing Score (NextGen UBE): TBA
NextGen UBE Jurisdiction-Specific Requirement: Yes (Details)
Jurisdiction-Drafted Exam: Yes (Details)
Jurisdiction-Drafted Exam Minimum Passing Score: 143 (Details)
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Character & Fitness Investigations
Overview of NCBE character and fitness investigations for Delaware bar applicants.
NCBE conducts investigations for some application types.
Process Overview
Submission
Requirements, deadlines, and processing times vary among jurisdictions. Application processes are determined solely by the jurisdiction to which you are applying. Contact your jurisdiction for specific application instructions and deadlines.
Application and Fee
Completing and submitting a character and fitness application is only part of the bar application process.
To review the fees associated with NCBE character and fitness investigations, view the NCBE fee schedule.
How to Apply
Please visit your jurisdiction’s website for submission instructions. If your jurisdiction requires you to complete an NCBE application, it can be accessed from your NCBE Account.
Submit all requested documentation with the application. Incomplete or inaccurate responses will cause delay.
Processing by NCBE
NCBE may contact the schools, employers, courts, and other sources identified in your application to gather relevant information. A prompt response to any inquiries from NCBE staff is required to prevent delays. The jurisdiction to which you are applying may also contact you and others to gather information. If NCBE conducts an investigation, you may log in to your NCBE Account to view status updates, and you should monitor your email, NCBE Account, and text messages in case investigators need additional information.
Final Review
The jurisdiction will review your application materials and, in some instances, NCBE's investigation report, and may require you to provide additional information or explanation or to appear for a personal interview. NCBE makes no determinations or recommendations regarding who is eligible or ineligible to practice law; jurisdictions make this determination.
Bar Admission Agency
Board of Bar Examiners of the Delaware Supreme Court
405 N. King Street, Ste. 500
Wilmington, DE 19801
Phone:(302) 651-3935