Bar Admissions

Law school graduates are typically required to apply for bar admission through a state board of bar examiners. Each state determines its criteria for eligibility to take the bar exam, which mirrors the criteria for licensing. This section provides an overview of the qualifications and process.

For comprehensive information about bar exam composition, additional requirements, application dates, multistate test requirements, and bar admission fees, refer to the various charts and accompanying text in the ABA’s Comprehensive Guide to Bar Admission Requirements.

Information about obtaining fingerprints in Nashville can be found on the Student Affairs intranet site under "Bar Examination".

Multistate Test Booklets, which provide a description of the particular test, an outline of the subject matter covered, and sample questions are available here. Students are also encouraged to contact a jurisdiction's bar admission office directly for detailed and accurate information. You’ll find directories of the bar admission offices here.

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