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Multistate Professional
Responsibility Exam
Successful completion of the Multistate Professional Responsibility
Examination (MPRE) is required in many states in addition to the
bar exam. Testing dates for the MPRE occur in August, November
and March each year. Applications for the MPRE are available at
http://www.ncbex.org/about-ncbe-exams/mpre/Massachusetts
Massachusetts requires the MPRE be passed prior to application to the Massachusetts Bar. The
minimum passing score for the MPRE for students taking the Mass Bar Exam is 85.
Other States
Each student should inquire in the jurisdiction in which he or she plans to take the bar for
specific MPRE requirements. Students may inquire directly at the National Conference of Bar
Examiners at
www.ncbex.org