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Skip to Main ContentThe Multistate Professional Responsibility Examination (MPRE) is a two-hour, 60-question multiple-choice examination developed by NCBE that is administered three times per year. It is required for admission to the bars of all but three U.S. jurisdictions (Maryland, Wisconsin, and Puerto Rico). (In addition, Connecticut and New Jersey accept successful completion of a law school course on professional responsibility in lieu of a passing score on the MPRE.) Because MPRE requirements vary from one jurisdiction to another, examinees are advised to check with the bar admission agency in the jurisdiction to which they seek admission before registering for the MPRE. Passing scores are established by each jurisdiction.
The purpose of the MPRE is to measure an examinee’s knowledge and understanding of established standards related to a lawyer’s professional conduct.
Test Administration |
Recommended Submission Date to Apply for Accommodations |
Registration Deadline |
March 29 or 30, 2021 |
January 4, 2021 |
January 28, 2021 |
August 11 or 12, 2021 |
May 4, 2021 |
June 10, 2021 |
November 4 or 5, 2021 |
August 2, 2021 |
September 17, 2021 |
Pearson VUE handles all MPRE testing center assignments. Once you receive your Authorization to Test from Pearson VUE and create a Pearson VUE account, you will be able to search for available testing centers as part of the scheduling process. Note that the MPRE is not administered at every Pearson VUE testing center. It is to your advantage to schedule your appointment to test and pay the test fee as soon as possible to maximize the locations and times available to you.
For inquiries regarding Pearson VUE testing centers (including appointment scheduling, testing center locations, and what to expect at the testing center), contact Pearson by telephone at 888-205-1855 or online at https://home.pearsonvue.com/Contact-Us.aspx.
MPRE PREPARATION (Follow this link for study tools and tips from the National Conference of Bar Examiners)