North Dakota
Jurisdiction and Bar Admission Information
Note
North Dakota has announced that it intends to administer the NextGen bar exam in July 2027. Visit https://www.ncbex.org/exams/nextgen to learn more about the new exam.
Note
North Dakota 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 North Dakota exams.
Bar Admission Agency
North Dakota State Board of Law Examiners
Judicial Wing, 1st Fl.
600 E. Boulevard Ave.
Bismarck, ND 58505-0530
| Phone | (701) 328-4201 |
|---|---|
| Fax | (701) 328-4480 |
| Website | Visit Website |
Bar Exam Eligibility, Deadlines, and Fees
| ABA-Approved Law School J.D. Required | Yes |
|---|---|
| Foreign Law Graduate Eligibility | No |
| July 2026: First filing deadline | March 15 |
| July 2026: Late filing deadline | May 1 |
| February 2027: First filing deadline | Oct. 1 |
| February 2027: Late filing deadline | Nov. 1 |
| 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 | 610 |
| Date First Acceptance NextGen UBE Score | July 2026 |
| Maximum Score Age | 2 years / 5 years |
| Jurisdiction-Specific Requirement | No |
| Accepts Transferred MBE Scores | No |
See the Comprehensive Guide for details regarding MBE score transfers.
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 | Yes |
|---|---|
| Legal Education and Reciprocity Requirements | Details available from the jurisdiction. |
| Number of Years of Practice Required | 4 of past 5 |
Bar Exam
| NextGen UBE | Yes |
|---|---|
| Date First Administration | July 2027 |
| Minimum Passing Score | 610 |
| NextGen UBE Jurisdiction-Specific Requirement | No |
| Legacy UBE | Yes |
| Date Final Administration | February 2027 |
| Legacy UBE Minimum Passing Score | 260 |
| Legacy UBE Jurisdiction-Specific Requirement | No |
| 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.