Nevada Bar Exam Information
Learn about the Nevada Bar Exam format, subjects tested, dates, and requirements.
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Dates, Cost & Location
| Exam Type: | 2 1/2 day exam |
|---|---|
| Dates: | July 29-30, 2025 |
| Exam Fee: | $755 |
| Attorney Applications: | $1,055 |
| Late Filing Fee: | $550 |
| Laptop Fee: | $150 |
The Nevada Bar Exam is a 3-day exam that consists of six one-hour essay questions prepared by the Board of Bar Examiners of the State Bar of Nevada, a Multi-State Bar Examination (MBE) and two 2-hour NPT examination questions prepared by the Board of Bar Examiners of the State of Nevada.
What subjects will you be tested on?
Agency and partnership; community property; conflict of laws; constitutional law; contracts; corporations; criminal law and procedure; persons and domestic relations; evidence; pleadings and practice under the Nevada Rules of Civil Procedure and the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure; real property; torts; remedies; Uniform Commercial Code (Articles 2 and 9); and wills, estates and trusts. Applicants should be prepared to answer questions that test knowledge of the Nevada Rules of Professional Conduct, the Model Code of Professional Responsibility, and leading federal and state case law.
What’s the minimum score for MPRE?
A scaled score of 85 on the MPRE achieved within three (3) calendar years before or three (3) calendar years after the examination that an applicant passes. Need to sign up for MPRE? Learn about registration, testing policies, and more on our MPRE Registration Guide.
How is the exam scored?
MBE is weighted 1/3 and essays are weighted 2/3. The passing score in Nevada is scaled to 138 out of 200. Additionally, an applicant must have a total scaled score of 75 or higher on the MBE and a converted score of 75 or higher on at least three written essay questions.
When are the results released?
Typically released 10-12 weeks after the exam.
Can I transfer my MBE scores from another jurisdiction?
Nevada does not accept MBE scores from other jurisdictions.
What about reciprocity across states?
Nevada does not provide for admission on motion; examination is required of all applicants.
What are the application deadlines and fees?
Please visit the State Bar of Nevada website for details on application deadlines and fees, as well as for more information on other topics.
Contact information
Web: https://nvbar.org/licensing-compliance/admissions/bar-exam/
Tel: (702) 382-2200
