The Multistate Professional Responsibility Examination (MPRE) is a key component of the Bar exam process in Florida. Developed and administered by the National Conference of Bar Examiners (NCBE), this test is a Bar requirement for almost all United States jurisdictions. This blog will focus on where and when the Florida MPRE will be administered in Florida in 2025.
Does Florida have the MPRE?
Yes, Florida is one of the many jurisdictions that require a passing MPRE score. The Florida Bar Exam includes the MPRE and the General Bar Exam (Part A and Part B).
When to take the MPRE for the Florida Bar
You should hold off taking the MPRE until you have taken a Professional Responsibility course. You can take the MPRE before or after graduating from law school. Just be sure to schedule and pass this test within 25 months of the other General Bar Exam components.
How long is MPRE good for in Florida?
The MPRE must be taken and passed within 25 months of passing the General Bar Exam. The score is valid for 4 years.
How long is the MPRE?
The MPRE is a 2-hour test. The test questions are multiple-choice. There are 60 questions, but only 50 are scored. You will not know which questions are not scored so be sure to complete all questions.
When Is the Florida MPRE being administered in 2025?
Each year the MPRE is administered in March, August, and November. The 2025 Florida MPRE can be taken on the following dates:
March 26 or 27, 2025
- Registration deadline January 23, 2025
- Apply for accommodations by December 4, 2025.
August 20 or 21, 2025
- Registration deadline June 18, 2025
- Apply for accommodations by April 30, 2025.
November 13 or 14, 2025
- Registration deadline September 25, 2025
- Apply for accommodations by July 30, 2025.
Where is The Florida MPRE being administered in 2025?
You can take the MPRE at Pearson Vue Testing Centers throughout Florida. There are many locations in the state. Depending on availability, you may not be assigned to the facility closest to you. The earlier you register, the better the likelihood of getting a choice of location. Here is a list of cities that have at least one Pearson Vue site (not all Pearson Vue testing locations offer the MPRE):
- Altamonte Springs
- Boynton Beach
- Clearwater
- Deerfield Beach
- Doral
- Fort Lauderdale
- Fort Myers
- Gainesville
- Hollywood
- Jacksonville
- Lakeland
- Lake Mary
- Medley
- Melbourne
- Orlando
- Ormond Beach
- Pembroke Pines
- Pensacola
- Plantation
- Port Charlotte
- Riverview
- Sarasota
- St. Petersburg
- Tallahassee
- Tampa
Conclusion
The 2025 Florida MPRE is being administered on March 26 or 27, August 20 or 21, and November 13 or 14. There are over 25 Pearson Vue Testing Centers in Florida. The earlier you register the more likely you will be assigned to a testing center closest to you. Remember that you must take and pass the MPRE within 25 months of passing the General Bar Exam. Most MPRE test takers take the MPRE after taking a Professional Responsibility course, while in their third or fourth year of law school, and before the General Bar Exam. The General Bar Exam can only be taken once the requirements for graduation are completed.
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