Missouri
MOUBE StateEverything you need to know about the Missouri bar exam — format, subjects, pass rate, study timeline, and tips.
Format
The Missouri Bar Exam is part of the Uniform Bar Examination (UBE). It is administered over two days and includes the Multistate Bar Examination (MBE), two essays, and a performance test.
Test Days
2
Passing Score
260 out of 400
Pass Rate
Approximately 67% overall pass rate in recent exams.
Registration Deadlines
Typically, registration deadlines occur in early April for the July exam and early September for the February exam.
Tests understanding of contract formation, enforceability, and remedies.
Covers intentional torts, negligence, and strict liability.
Focuses on judicial review, separation of powers, and civil rights.
Includes criminal liability, defenses, and courtroom procedures.
Examines the rules of admissibility and types of evidence.
Involves ownership interests, transfers, and zoning regulations.
Focuses on the rules governing civil lawsuits.
Covers agency, partnerships, and corporations.
Includes marriage, divorce, and child custody matters.
Focuses on the ethical obligations of lawyers.
10-12 weeks
Start a comprehensive review of all subjects; focus on understanding the major concepts.
8-10 weeks
Practice multiple-choice questions from the MBE and review model answers to essay questions.
4-6 weeks
Increase practice exams under timed conditions; focus on performance tests and refine writing skills.
2-3 weeks
Review weak areas; take full-length practice exams to build endurance.
1 week
Final review; ensure familiarity with the exam structure and logistics.
Missouri allows admission on motion for lawyers who are active members of another state bar for at least 10 years, although the UBE score is not transferable to Missouri.