Vermont bar exam requirements
Vermont’s February 23-24, 2027 exam in South Burlington is its last legacy Uniform Bar Exam, with a passing score of 270; it switches to the NextGen UBE in July 2027 with a passing score of 620. The $300 exam fee is among the lowest in the country; applications are due November 15, 2026 for February 2027. Applicants certify that they intend to be licensed in Vermont.
Sources: Vermont Judiciary (Admission to the Vermont Bar) and NCBE’s Comprehensive Guide, checked October 11, 2026. Late fee as reported. Confirm with the Board before applying.
Deadlines and fees
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| February 2027 exam | February 23-24, DoubleTree by Hilton, South Burlington; apply by November 15, 2026 |
| July exam | Apply by April 15 |
| Exam fee | $300 for all applicant types (plus character and fitness fee); late fee about $50 (reported) |
| Admission on motion | $800 plus character and fitness fee |
Source: Vermont Judiciary; NCBE. Late fee as reported.
Requirements
- Intent to practice: by applying, you certify you intend to be licensed in Vermont after passing.
- MPRE: 80 or higher, no earlier than 3 years before first sitting the UBE and no later than 1 year after passing.
- Score transfers: legacy UBE 270+ or NextGen 620+; maximum age 3 or 5 years.
- Admission on motion: based on 5 of the past 10 years in practice, including recent practice.
- Education: foreign law graduates may be eligible, per NCBE.
Official source & community discussion
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