How many times can I take the Uniform Bar Exam?

How many times can I take the Uniform Bar Exam?

Some students wonder how many times they can take the Uniform Bar Exam (UBE). Each state sets its own limits on how many times examinees can take its bar exam. Many jurisdictions allow them to take the bar exam an unlimited number of times. However, some jurisdictions place restrictions.

How many times can I take the Uniform Bar Exam?

Here we list each of the Uniform Bar Exam states as well as any applicable limits. Keep in mind that you should always consult the jurisdiction rather than relying on this post. This information is subject to change and some states change their requirements.

Updated June 2020

• Alabama – no limit
• Alaska – no limit
• Arizona – 3 times. We are aware of students who were able to request a special permission and who have told us that permission to retake the exam is generally permitted.  In fact, multiple students have been granted permission with relative ease.
• Arkansas – no limit
• Colorado- no limit
• Connecticut- no limit
• District of Columbia – 4
• Idaho – 6 times
• Illinois – no limit
• Iowa – 2 times
• Kansas – 4 times
• Maine- no limit
• Maryland – no limit
• Massachusetts- no limit
• Minnesota- no limit
• Missouri- no limit
• Montana – 3 times
• Nebraska- no limit
• New Hampshire – 4 times
• New Jersey- no limit
• New Mexico- no limit
• New York- no limit
• North Carolina- no limit
• North Dakota – 6 times
• Ohio – no limit
• Oregon – no limit
• South Carolina – 3 times
• Tennessee – no limit
• Texas- 5 times
• Utah – 6 times
• Vermont – 4 times
• Washington- no limit
• West Virginia – 4 times
• Wyoming- 4 times
• Virgin Islands – no limit

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