New Hampshire
NHUBE StateEverything you need to know about the New Hampshire bar exam — format, subjects, pass rate, study timeline, and tips.
Format
New Hampshire utilizes the Uniform Bar Examination (UBE), which consists of a two-day format. The exam includes the Multistate Bar Examination (MBE) and two writing components including the Multistate Essay Examination (MEE) and the Multistate Performance Test (MPT).
Test Days
2
Passing Score
270 (combined score of the UBE)
Pass Rate
Approximately 80% in recent years.
Registration Deadlines
Registration typically closes about 30 days before the exam date, with two exam administrations each year, in February and July.
Tests knowledge of procedural rules and court systems.
Includes federal powers, individual rights, and state authority.
Focuses on formation, performance, and breach of contracts.
Examines criminal liability, defenses, and prosecution procedures.
Covers rules and principles governing the admissibility of evidence.
Addresses ownership, conveyancing, and land use issues.
Involves personal injury claims and defenses against them.
Focuses on the law governing agency, partnerships, and corporations.
Tests knowledge on wills, trusts, and the probate process.
10-12 weeks
Begin reviewing foundational knowledge and familiarize yourself with the UBE format.
8-10 weeks
Intensify your study schedule and start practicing multiple-choice questions and essays.
4-6 weeks
Take full-length practice exams under timed conditions to build stamina.
1-3 weeks
Review weak areas, practice MPTs, and focus on test-taking strategies.
New Hampshire allows for the admission of attorneys licensed in other jurisdictions to apply for admission by reciprocity, provided they have practiced law for at least 3 of the last 5 years.