NextGen Bar Exam Transfer Scores - January 8, 2026 Press Release

Sep 21, 2026

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Press release from the New York State Board of Law Examiners dated January 8, 2026 announces that, effective for the July 2028 administration of the New York State bar examination, the Uniform Bar Examination (UBE) will be replaced by the NextGen Bar Examination (NextGen). The Court of Appeals has also determined that New York will not accept NextGen transfer scores from any NextGen examination administered before July 2028, while UBE transfer scores will continue to be accepted under existing policies. Candidates are advised to plan their exam choice for the July 2026 to February 2028 period based on these rules.

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Press Release Overview

Replacement of UBE with NextGen

NextGen Transfer Score Acceptance Rules

Candidate Guidance and Timeline

Additional Information

FAQs

When will the NextGen Bar Examination replace the UBE in New York?

The UBE will be replaced by the NextGen Bar Examination effective for the July 2028 administration of the New York State bar examination.

Will New York accept NextGen transfer scores earned before July 2028?

No. New York will not accept NextGen transfer scores from any NextGen examination administered prior to July 2028.

What should bar candidates in New York consider for exams between July 2026 and February 2028?

Candidates should consider how New York’s acceptance policies affect transfer scores when deciding which bar examination to sit for during the July 2026 through February 2028 timeframe.

Sep 21, 2026

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