Delaware Bar Exam Information
Learn about the Delaware Bar Exam format, subjects tested, dates, and requirements.
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Dates, Cost & Location
| Exam Type: | 2-day Uniform Bar Exam (UBE) |
|---|---|
| Dates: | July 29-30, 2025 |
| Exam fee (Not admitted in another jurisdiction): | $700 |
| Exam fee (Admitted in another jurisdiction): | $800 |
The Delaware Bar Examination is two full days. Day 1 consists of 4 Delaware Essay Questions and the Multistate Performance Test (MPT). Day 2 consists of the Multistate Bar Examination (MBE).
What subjects will you be tested on?
Agency, Corporations, Limited Liability Companies (LLCs), Criminal Law (including Delaware Criminal Code), Equity, Partnerships, Procedure (State & Federal), Trusts, UCC, Wills, Contracts, Criminal Law and Procedure, Constitutional Law, Evidence, Real Property, and Torts.
What’s the minimum score for MPRE?
A score of at least 85 on the MPRE within 4 years preceding, or by December 31 in the year after, passing the Delaware Bar Examination is required.
Need to sign up for MPRE? Learn about registration, testing policies, and more on our MPRE Registration Guide.How is the exam scored?
MBE and written scores are scaled and weighted at 40% and 60% (the two MPT tasks make up 10% of the total score and the eight Delaware essay questions make up 50% of the total score), then combined to determine if the applicant has achieved the minimum passing score of 143 points.
Is Delaware Bar Exam different from other states?
In Delaware, you are also required to complete a clerkship of at least 12 weeks (under the supervision of a qualified DE attorney) for admission.
Can I transfer my MBE scores from another jurisdiction?
Delaware does not accept MBE scores from other jurisdictions.
What about reciprocity across states?
Delaware does not provide for admission on motion; examination is required of all applicants.
What are the application deadlines and fees?
Please visit the Delaware Board of Bar Examiners website for details on application deadlines and fees, as well as for more information on other topics.
Contact information
Web: courts.delaware.gov/bbe/
Tel: (302) 651-3940
