Oregon bar exam requirements
Oregon now gives the NextGen UBE: it was one of the first jurisdictions in July 2026, after its last legacy exam in February 2026. By Oregon Supreme Court order the passing score is 620 from February 2027 (615 applied to July 2026 only). The exam fee is $1,000; for February exams apply by November 15, or by December 15 as a late filer. Oregon also offers a no-exam route: the Supervised Practice Portfolio Examination.
Sources: Oregon State Bar admissions and NCBE’s Comprehensive Guide, checked October 11, 2026. Confirm with the Oregon State Bar before applying.
Deadlines and fees
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| February exam | Timely: November 15; late: December 15 |
| July exam | Timely: April 15; late: May 15 |
| Exam fee | $1,000 first-time; $1,600 attorneys |
| Laptop / NextGen software | $150; complete the technology steps at least 7 days before the exam |
| Admission on motion | $1,750; 5 of the past 7 years in practice |
Source: Oregon State Bar; NCBE.
Requirements
- Supervised Practice Portfolio Examination: an alternative to the bar exam, where you work under supervision after law school and submit a portfolio; it includes required Oregon ethics and civil procedure coursework.
- MPRE: 85 or higher, within 36 months before applying or while your application is pending (or qualifying practice elsewhere).
- Score transfers: legacy UBE 270+ or NextGen scores, up to 36 months old.
- Education: foreign law graduates may be eligible, per NCBE.
- Character and fitness: handled by Oregon, not NCBE.
Official source & community discussion
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