Note Hawaii 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.
NoteHawaii 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 Hawaii exams.
Bar Admission Agency
Board of Examiners, Supreme Court of the State of Hawaii
Aliʻiolani Hale, Rm. 103
417 S. King St.
Honolulu, HI 96813-2912
| Phone | (808) 539-4919 |
|---|---|
| Fax | (808) 539-4978 |
| baradmissions@courts.hawaii.gov | |
| 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 | April 1 |
| July 2026: Late filing deadline | — |
| February 2027: First filing deadline | Nov. 1 |
| February 2027: Late filing deadline | — |
| Bar Exam Application Filing Fees | Details available from the jurisdiction. |
Score Portability
| Accepts Legacy UBE Score | No |
|---|---|
| Accepts NextGen UBE Score | No |
| Jurisdiction-Specific Requirement | Yes |
| Accepts Transferred MBE Scores | No |
Character & Fitness Investigations
NCBE conducts investigations for some application types.
MPRE Requirements
| MPRE Required | Yes |
|---|---|
| MPRE Minimum Passing Score | 85 |
| MPRE Score Time Parameters | Details available from the jurisdiction. |
Admission on Motion
| Rules Provide for Admission on Motion | No |
|---|---|
| Legal Education and Reciprocity Requirements | Details available from the jurisdiction. |
Bar Exam
| NextGen UBE | Yes |
|---|---|
| Date First Administration | July 2028 |
| Minimum Passing Score | TBA |
| NextGen UBE Jurisdiction-Specific Requirement | Yes |
| Legacy UBE | No |
| Jurisdiction-Drafted Exam | Yes |
| Minimum Passing Score | 132 |
Disclaimer:
Since jurisdiction rules and policies change, NCBE strongly advises consulting
the jurisdiction's bar admission agency directly for the most current
information.