Oklahoma
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Format
The Oklahoma Bar Exam is a state-specific exam administered over two days. It comprises a series of essay questions, the Oklahoma Multistate Test (OMT), and the Multistate Bar Examination (MBE).
Test Days
2
Passing Score
260
Pass Rate
Approximately 70% overall pass rate in recent years.
Registration Deadlines
Applicants must register by the first Friday in March for the July exam and by the first Friday in October for the February exam.
Tests federal and state constitutional principles, rights, and judicial review.
Covers contract formation, enforceability, and remedies for breach.
Includes substantive criminal law as well as procedural protections.
Focuses on the rules governing the admissibility of evidence in court.
Tests rights and interests in real property, including ownership and transactions.
Covers civil wrongs and liabilities, including negligence and strict liability.
Includes laws regarding partnerships, corporations, and agency.
10-12 weeks
Begin by reviewing key concepts across all subjects, focusing on strengths and weaknesses.
8-10 weeks
Intensify study on high-weighted subjects; practice essay writing and performance tests.
4-6 weeks
Shift to practicing MBE questions and start timed practice tests.
2-4 weeks
Review all materials, take full-length practice exams, and develop final strategies.
Oklahoma does not offer direct reciprocity; however, applicants may transfer UBE scores if they meet requirements set by the Oklahoma Bar Association.