Oregon
OREverything you need to know about the Oregon bar exam — format, subjects, pass rate, study timeline, and tips.
Format
The Oregon Bar Exam is not a UBE state and consists of two days of testing. It includes a mix of essay questions and Multistate Bar Examination (MBE) multiple-choice questions along with performance tests.
Test Days
2
Passing Score
270
Pass Rate
Approximately 74% overall pass rate for first-time takers.
Registration Deadlines
Registration typically closes approximately 60 days before the exam date.
Tests students on the fundamental principles of contract law, including formation, enforceability, and breach.
Covers civil wrongs and the principles governing liability for harm caused by negligent or intentional acts.
Examines the U.S. Constitution's structure, amendments, and judicial interpretation.
Focuses on the principles governing criminal offenses, processes, and sentencing.
Addresses real and personal property law, including ownership rights and land use.
Involves principles governing partnerships, corporations, and other organizational forms.
Queries the rules regulating the admissibility of evidence in legal proceedings.
Tests knowledge of ethical obligations and standards governing legal practice.
10-12 weeks
Begin with a comprehensive review of all subjects, focusing on outlines and summarizing key concepts.
8-10 weeks
Focus on practice essays and multiple-choice questions to familiarize yourself with the exam format.
4-6 weeks
Take full-length timed practice exams to build stamina and identify weaknesses.
1-3 weeks
Intensive review of weak areas and organized study groups for collaborative learning.
Final days before the exam
Relax, review high-yield topics, and focus on mental preparation.
Oregon allows admission to attorneys admitted in other jurisdictions through a score transfer process, although specific requirements apply, and applicants must typically meet certain character and fitness standards.