North Dakota
NDUBE StateEverything you need to know about the North Dakota bar exam — format, subjects, pass rate, study timeline, and tips.
Format
The North Dakota Bar Exam consists of the Uniform Bar Examination (UBE), which is administered over two days. It includes the Multistate Bar Examination (MBE), the Multistate Essay Examination (MEE), and the Multistate Performance Test (MPT).
Test Days
2
Passing Score
270 (out of 400)
Pass Rate
Approximately 78% for first-time test takers.
Registration Deadlines
Applications for the bar exam are typically due in the spring, with a deadline around April 1st for the July exam.
Tests knowledge of federal and state civil procedure rules.
Assesses understanding of contract formation, enforceability, and remedies.
Covers substantive criminal law and constitutional protections in criminal procedure.
Focuses on the rules governing the admissibility of evidence in court.
Evaluates knowledge of civil wrongs and the associated liabilities.
Involves aspects of property ownership, transfer, and interests.
Assesses understanding of constitutional principles and rights.
Covers the law governing partnerships, corporations, and other business entities.
Tests knowledge of ethical obligations and conduct of lawyers.
10-12 weeks
Begin comprehensive review of all test subjects; create a study schedule and gather materials.
8-10 weeks
Focus on practicing multiple choice questions and essays; integrate timed practice into your study.
5-7 weeks
Take full-length practice exams under timed conditions; review performance to identify weaknesses.
2-4 weeks
Engage in intensive review and memorization; focus on weaker subjects and topical outlines.
North Dakota offers reciprocity for applicants who have achieved a passing score on the UBE in another jurisdiction, provided they meet other admission requirements.