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Important Information
Test Dates
Test Administration
February 23–24, 2027
Test Administration
July 27–28, 2027
Test Administration
February 22–23, 2028
Jurisdictions That Have Adopted the NextGen UBE
| Jurisdiction | NextGen Administered | NextGen Adopted |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama |
No
|
Yes
|
| Alaska |
No
|
Yes
|
| Arizona |
No
|
Yes
|
| Arkansas |
No
|
No
|
| California |
No
|
Yes
|
| Colorado |
No
|
Yes
|
| Connecticut |
Yes
|
Yes
|
| Delaware |
No
|
Yes
|
| District of Columbia |
No
|
Yes
|
| Florida |
No
|
Yes
|
| Georgia |
No
|
Yes
|
| Hawaii |
No
|
Yes
|
| Idaho |
Yes
|
Yes
|
| Illinois |
No
|
Yes
|
| Indiana |
No
|
Yes
|
| Iowa |
No
|
Yes
|
| Kansas |
No
|
Yes
|
| Kentucky |
No
|
Yes
|
| Louisiana |
No
|
No
|
| Maine |
No
|
Yes
|
| Maryland |
Yes
|
Yes
|
| Massachusetts |
No
|
Yes
|
| Michigan |
No
|
Yes
|
| Minnesota |
No
|
Yes
|
| Mississippi |
No
|
Yes
|
| Missouri |
Yes
|
Yes
|
| Montana |
No
|
Yes
|
| Nebraska |
No
|
Yes
|
| Nevada |
No
|
No
|
| New Hampshire |
No
|
Yes
|
| New Jersey |
No
|
Yes
|
| New Mexico |
No
|
Yes
|
| New York |
No
|
Yes
|
| North Carolina |
No
|
Yes
|
| North Dakota |
No
|
Yes
|
| Ohio |
No
|
Yes
|
| Oklahoma |
No
|
Yes
|
| Oregon |
Yes
|
Yes
|
| Pennsylvania |
No
|
Yes
|
| Rhode Island |
No
|
Yes
|
| South Carolina |
No
|
Yes
|
| South Dakota |
No
|
Yes
|
| Tennessee |
No
|
Yes
|
| Texas |
No
|
Yes
|
| Utah |
No
|
Yes
|
| Vermont |
No
|
Yes
|
| Virginia |
No
|
Yes
|
| Washington |
Yes
|
Yes
|
| West Virginia |
No
|
Yes
|
| Wisconsin |
No
|
Yes
|
| Wyoming |
No
|
Yes
|
| Guam |
Yes
|
Yes
|
| Northern Mariana Islands |
Yes
|
Yes
|
| Palau |
Yes
|
Yes
|
| Puerto Rico |
No
|
No
|
| Virgin Islands |
Yes
|
Yes
|
July 2026:
Connecticut, Guam, Idaho, Maryland, Missouri, Northern Mariana Islands, Oregon, Palau, Virgin Islands, Washington
July 2027:
Arizona, Iowa, Kentucky, Minnesota, Nebraska, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Vermont, West Virginia, Wyoming
February 2028:
Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Montana
July 2028:
Alabama, Alaska, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Indiana, Kansas, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Wisconsin
Date TBD:
Mississippi
A chart showing additional adoption information is available in the Comprehensive Guide to Bar Admission Requirements.
Registration Information
Preparing to take the NextGen UBE starts with the registration process. From creating your NCBE Account to applying through your jurisdiction and completing essential pre-exam requirements, each step plays a vital role in ensuring a smooth exam experience. Whether you're confirming deadlines, requesting accommodations, or preparing your laptop for exam day, this page outlines what you need to know to successfully register and get ready for the NextGen UBE.
About the NextGen UBE
The NextGen UBE tests a broad range of foundational lawyering skills, utilizing a focused set of clearly identified fundamental legal concepts and principles needed in today’s practice of law. Designed to balance the skills and knowledge needed in litigation and transactional legal practice, the exam reflects many of the key changes occurring in legal education, including those in clinical legal education programs, alternative dispute resolution programs, and legal writing and analysis programs. As with the current Uniform Bar Exam, examinees may transfer their NextGen UBE scores between jurisdictions that participate in the UBE portability program.
Resources for Examinees
- NextGen UBE Decisions by Jurisdiction: Between July 2026 and July 2028, most jurisdictions will transition to the NextGen UBE. Find out when your jurisdiction will begin administering the NextGen UBE and explore passing scores, score portability policies, and jurisdiction-specific requirements.
- Official Examinees’ Guide to the NextGen UBE: Everything you need to know about the structure, content, registration process, and administration of the NextGen UBE.
- NextGen UBE Content Scope: Review the subjects, skills, and concepts that will be tested during the first two administrations of the examination.
- Sourcebooks of Law for the NextGen UBE: Explore clear, concise explanations of the legal concepts and principles covered on the examination.
- Official NextGen UBE Study Aids: Practice with authentic questions delivered through the same platform used to administer the examination.
- NextGen UBE Exam Software Preview: Familiarize yourself with the secure testing platform and explore the tools and features available on exam day.
Preparing for the NextGen UBE
The NextGen UBE launches July 2026, bringing with it an innovative, skills-based approach to assessing new lawyers. Whether you're an examinee, law student, or faculty member, staying informed is key to success. Sign up now for our monthly Countdown to the NextGen UBE emails to stay ahead with essential updates, resources, and study tools. Review the Official Examinees' Guide, content scope outlines, and sample questions to orient you to the NextGen UBE.
Test Day Policies
Success on exam day starts with preparation and that includes knowing what to expect. From completing mandatory pre-exam technology checks to following on-site protocols, every examinee should be fully ready on exam day. This includes bringing the correct equipment, verifying your ID, and arriving with your NCBE Number. A standardized launch process ensures fairness and security across all testing locations. This page outlines the key policies and requirements you'll need to follow for a smooth and successful test day.
Scores & Score Portability
The NextGen UBE is scored and equated to ensure consistency across administrations and jurisdictions, with a single score reported on a 500–750 scale. Jurisdictions set their own passing scores, and official results combine performance across multiple-choice questions, integrated question sets, and performance tasks. Most participating jurisdictions accept portable scores, giving you flexibility in where you pursue licensure. This page provides a high-level overview of how scoring works and how you can transfer your score.