Idaho bar exam requirements
Idaho now gives the NextGen UBE: it was one of the first jurisdictions in July 2026, after its last legacy exam in February 2026, and its passing score is 616. The fee for first-time takers is $600; for February exams apply by October 1, or by November 15 as a late filer. Idaho has no state-specific law component.
Sources: Idaho State Bar and NCBE’s Comprehensive Guide, checked October 11, 2026. Confirm with the Idaho State Bar before applying.
Deadlines and fees
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| February exam | Timely: October 1; late: November 15 |
| July exam | Timely: March 1; late: April 15 |
| Exam fee | $600 first-time; $800 attorneys; $200 / $300 repeaters |
| Score transfer | $600 / $800; legacy UBE 266+ or NextGen 616+, up to 37 months old |
| Attorneys’ Exam | $800; ABA JD required |
Source: Idaho State Bar; NCBE.
Requirements
- Education: an ABA-approved JD; foreign law graduates aren’t eligible, per NCBE.
- MPRE: 85 or higher, before the exam or within the next two MPRE administrations after passing.
- MBE transfers: Idaho accepts transferred MBE scores, per the Idaho State Bar.
- Character and fitness: handled by Idaho, not NCBE.
- Admission on motion: after 3 of the past 5 years in practice.
Official source & community discussion
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