The state of Arizona uses the Uniform Bar Exam (UBE) for aspiring lawyers. The Arizona Bar Exam takes two days, and the first day consists of the Multistate Performance Test (MPT) and Multistate Essay Exam (MEE), which includes two MPT essay questions and six MEE questions. The second day of the exam is the 200 multiple choice question Multistate Bar Exam (MBE). To pass requires a cumulative grade of 273 points.
The Arizona Bar Exam also uses the same grading system as what is standard for the UBE, and the first day of the exam is weighted the same as the second day. The MBE counts for 50 percent, the MEE is 30 percent, and the MPT is 20 percent of the overall grade.
Arizona requires a grade of 273 or higher on the 400 point scale. It takes approximately nine weeks to receive test results for the Arizona Bar Exam. Applicants must also score an 85 or higher on the MPRE before they take the Arizona Bar Exam.
The path to becoming a lawyer in Arizona includes completion of an undergraduate college program, scoring well on the LSAT, graduating from a law school program, passing the MPRE, and finally registering for and passing the Arizona Bar Exam.
We recommend checking out our Arizona Bar Exam study material here at TestMaxPrep and take our practice tests to ensure you are adequately prepared on the day of the exam. The questions will cover more than 25 topics, including but not limited to civil procedure, criminal law and procedure, constitutional law, evidence, family law, and real property law.
The Arizona Bar Exam occurs twice a year in February and July. The next available test date is in July 2021. You can learn more about the registration and testing process for the Arizona Bar Exam by contacting the Supreme Court of Arizona.
2021 Filing Deadlines & Fees
When Is the AZ Bar Exam in 2021?
|
July 27-28, 2021 |
February 25-26, 2022 |
| Timely Filing: |
March 31, 2021 |
October 31, 2021 |
| Late Filing: |
April 30, 2021 |
November 30, 2021 |
How Much Does the AZ Bar Exam Cost?
| Timely Application Fee: |
$580 |
| Late Application Fee: |
$680 |
| Laptop Computer Fee: |
$125 |
What Is the AZ Bar Exam Schedule Like?
The Uniform Bar Exam (UBE) is a 2-day exam administered twice a year, with the MBE given on the last Wednesday of February and July and the MEE and MPT given on the Tuesday prior to that.
| Day |
AM |
PM |
| Tue |
6 Essays on Any Subject (3 hours) |
2 Performance Test (3 hours) |
| Wed |
100 MBE Questions (3 hours) |
100 MBE Questions (3 hours) |
What Subjects Are Tested On the AZ Bar Exam?
MBE Subjects
- Civil Procedure
- Constitutional Law
- Contracts
- Criminal Law & Procedure
- Evidence
- Real Property
- Torts
Essay Subjects
- Business Associations
- Civil Procedure
- Conflict of Laws
- Constitutional Law
- Contracts
- Criminal Law & Procedure
- Evidence
- Family Law
- Real Property
- Torts
- Trusts
- Wills (Decedents' Estates)
AZ Bar Exam Grading & Scoring Process
NCBE scores the MBE component of the UBE. Jurisdictions grade the MEE and MPT components. The MEE and MPT scores are scaled to the MBE, and UBE total scores are calculated by NCBE.
UBE total scores are reported on a 400-point scale, and a passing score of 273 is required in Arizona.
- MBE: 50%
- MEE: 30%
- MPT: 20%
Required MPRE Score: 85
Results
Results for the February exam are typically released in May. Results for the July exam are typically released in October.
AZ Bar Exam Reciprocity
UBE Transfer
Arizona recognizes the Uniform Bar Examination as a valid indicator of legal knowledge and understanding, and allows eligible applicants to transfer a valid UBE score earned in a recognized UBE jurisdiction to satisfy the educational component of Arizona admission.
You may be eligible for admission by transfer of UBE score if: (1) You hold a J.D. degree awarded from an ABA-accredited law school; (2) You passed a Uniform Bar Examination, administered in a recognized UBE jurisdiction on a recognized UBE test administration date; and (3) You achieved a UBE score of 273 or greater.
Admission on Motion
Arizona does allow for admission on motion for attorneys who have passed the bar in other states or territories.
Application for Admission on Motion Fee: $1800
How do I Contact the AZ Bar?
Supreme Court of Arizona
Committee on Examinations, Committee on Character & Fitness
Administrative Office of the Courts
1501 W. Washington, Suite 104
Phoenix, AZ 85007-3222
https://www.azcourts.gov
attorneyadmissions@courts.az.gov
Phone: 602-452-3362
Fax: 602-452-3958
