Texas (TX)
UBE- Overall Pass Rate
- 75%
- First-Time Pass Rate
- 84%
- Passing Score
- UBE 270
- Exam Dates
- February and July
- MBE Subjects
- 7
Florida (FL)
Non-UBE- Overall Pass Rate
- 65%
- First-Time Pass Rate
- 77%
- Passing Score
- State-specific
- Exam Dates
- February and July
- MBE Subjects
- 7
Detailed Comparison
| Category | Texas (TX) | Florida (FL) |
|---|---|---|
| Exam Format | UBE (MBE + MEE + MPT). Two-day exam: Day 1 includes the MEE (6 essays, 30% weight) and MPT (2 performance tests, 20% weight); Day 2 is the MBE (200 multiple-choice questions, 50% weight). Minimum passing score is 270. | 2-day exam: Part A (Florida-specific essays + 100 MC questions) and Part B (200-question MBE) |
| UBE Status | UBE | Non-UBE |
| Passing Score | UBE 270 | State-specific scoring |
| Overall Pass Rate | 75% | 65% |
| First-Time Pass Rate | 84% | 77% |
| Exam Dates | February and July | February and July |
| MBE Subjects | 7 subjects | 7 subjects |
| State-Specific Subjects | Texas Law Course (required for admission) | Florida Constitutional Law, Florida Rules of Civil Procedure, Florida Rules of Criminal Procedure, Florida Rules of Judicial Administration, Florida Family Law, Florida Wills and Administration of Estates, Florida Professional Responsibility |
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| Bar Admission Authority | Texas Board of Law Examiners, under the Texas Supreme Court | Florida Board of Bar Examiners |
| Character & Fitness | The Texas Board of Law Examiners conducts character and fitness evaluations. Applicants must demonstrate good moral character and fitness, and must also pass the MPRE with a score of 85 or higher. | Florida conducts a rigorous character and fitness investigation including extensive background checks, fingerprinting, and review of financial, criminal, and academic history. The Florida Board of Bar Examiners may require personal interviews. |
| Reciprocity | Texas accepts UBE score transfers of 270 or higher. Transferred scores must meet the Texas Board of Law Examiners' requirements, including completion of a Texas Law Course and passing the MPRE with a score of 85. | Florida does not participate in the UBE and does not accept transferred bar scores from other states. Attorneys from other jurisdictions must take the full Florida Bar Exam or may qualify for admission without examination if they have practiced for 10 of the last 13 years. |
| Pass Rate Trend | rising | rising |
| Study Timeline | 10-12 weeks full-time for the UBE | 10-14 weeks full-time, with extra time dedicated to Florida-specific subjects |
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Key Facts & Study Tips
Texas Key Facts
- Texas adopted the UBE in February 2021, replacing its longstanding state-specific exam format.
- Texas law school graduates achieved a first-time pass rate of over 90% on the July 2025 bar exam, a historic high.
- Texas requires a higher MPRE score (85) compared to many other jurisdictions.
- A Texas Law Course is required for admission even when transferring a UBE score from another state.
Texas Study Tips
- Texas adopted the UBE in 2021, replacing its previous state-specific exam -- study UBE-standard materials.
- The MBE is weighted at 50% of your total score, making it the single most important component to master.
- Texas requires a higher MPRE score (85) than many other states -- prepare for this separately.
- Complete the required Texas Law Course covering Texas-specific legal topics before seeking admission.
- First-time takers in Texas achieved a 90%+ pass rate from Texas law schools in July 2025 -- strong preparation pays off.
- Practice with released NCBE MEE and MPT questions and take full-length timed practice exams.
Florida Key Facts
- Florida administers its own state-specific bar exam and does not use the UBE
- The University of Florida Levin College of Law consistently achieves the highest bar passage rate among Florida law schools at over 90%
- Florida requires a combined scaled score of 136 out of 200 to pass
- Florida has one of the largest bar exam test-taking populations in the country
Florida Study Tips
- Dedicate significant study time to Florida-specific subjects, which account for half your score on Part A
- Master Florida distinctions in Evidence, Criminal Procedure, and Civil Procedure as they differ from federal rules
- Practice the 100 Florida multiple-choice questions extensively using Florida-specific prep materials
- Study Florida Constitutional Law thoroughly as it is frequently tested on both essays and multiple choice
- Aim for a combined scaled score well above 136 on Part A and Part B for a comfortable pass
- Take a Florida-specific bar review course rather than relying solely on a national UBE course