Themis vs BARBRI for the bar exam
The two biggest full courses. Themis (owned by UWorld) sells one course at $2,995 with UWorld’s MBE question bank included. BARBRI sells four tiers from $1,999, tailored to legacy UBE, NextGen or state exams, and covers every jurisdiction. Both offer a free repeat if you don’t pass.
From each provider’s pages; note each publishes comparisons favouring itself. Checked October 11, 2026. Not hands-on tested.
| Themis | BARBRI | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2,995 (one course) | From $1,999 (four tiers) |
| Question bank | UWorld MBE included | BARBRI’s own |
| NextGen | Yes | Yes |
| Availability | Not DE, LA, MS | All jurisdictions |
| Guarantee | Free repeat | Free repeat |
Choose Themis if
- You want UWorld questions without paying extra.
Choose BARBRI if
- You want a lower entry price or a state Themis doesn’t cover.
Official source & community discussion
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