Prepare for the Arkansas Bar Exam
Master every MBE subject and MEE/MPT component with AI-powered case briefs, flashcards, practice exams, and attack sheets. Briefly gives you the tools to pass the Arkansas bar on your first attempt.
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72%
Overall Pass Rate
80%
First-Time Pass Rate
270
Passing Score
UBE
Exam Type
stable
Arkansas Bar Exam Overview
Key facts about the Arkansas bar exam to help you plan your study schedule.
Exam Format
UBE (MBE 50% + MEE 30% + MPT 20%)
Exam Dates
February and July
Passing Score
260 (UBE scale)
Bar Admissions
Arkansas Board of Law ExaminersRecommended Study Time
10-12 weeks full-time for UBE preparation
Reciprocity
As a UBE jurisdiction, Arkansas accepts transferred UBE scores of 270 or higher. Transferred scores must have been earned within 25 months of the date of the transfer application.
UBE Advantage: Arkansas uses the Uniform Bar Examination, which means your score is portable to other UBE jurisdictions. The exam consists of the Multistate Bar Examination (MBE), Multistate Essay Examination (MEE), and Multistate Performance Test (MPT).
Character & Fitness
Arkansas requires a comprehensive character and fitness evaluation, including background checks, credit history review, and disclosure of any criminal history or academic misconduct. The process is overseen by the Arkansas Board of Law Examiners.
Key Facts
- Arkansas adopted the UBE in 2016
- The University of Arkansas School of Law consistently achieves pass rates above 80% for first-time takers
- Arkansas requires an MPRE score of 81 or higher in addition to the bar exam
Common Essay Topics
Study Tips for the Arkansas Bar Exam
Expert-recommended strategies to maximize your chances of passing.
- 1
Target a UBE score of at least 280 to provide a comfortable margin above the 270 minimum
- 2
Practice MPT tasks extensively as they are worth 20% and are the most learnable component
- 3
Study all seven MBE subjects equally since the MBE is the highest-weighted component at 50%
- 4
Use released MEE questions from NCBE to practice essay writing under exam conditions
- 5
Create a structured 10-week study schedule covering all UBE components systematically
- 6
Review the MPRE material early and take the exam before dedicating full time to bar prep
MBE Subject Prep
The MBE tests seven subjects. Browse case briefs for each to build a strong foundation for the Arkansas bar exam.
Constitutional Law
Due process, equal protection, First Amendment, and federalism
Contracts
Offer & acceptance, consideration, breach, remedies, and UCC
Criminal Law & Procedure
Mens rea, actus reus, homicide, defenses, and Fourth Amendment
Evidence
Relevance, hearsay, privileges, and expert testimony
Real Property
Estates, future interests, easements, and takings
Torts
Negligence, strict liability, intentional torts, and defenses
Civil Procedure
Jurisdiction, pleading, discovery, and summary judgment
Study Tools for Bar Prep
Everything you need to study smarter for the Arkansas bar exam.
AI Case Brief Generator
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Smart Flashcard Generator
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Practice Exam Generator
Generate MBE-style multiple choice and essay hypos to test your knowledge.
Attack Sheet Builder
Build condensed attack sheets organized by issue for each MBE subject.
Study Guides
Free guides on case briefing, the IRAC method, and study strategies to help you prepare for the Arkansas bar.
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