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A bar pass program that starts day one

At Washburn Law, we understand that passing the bar exam is a pivotal step in your journey to becoming a practicing attorney. Our comprehensive bar preparation program is designed to ensure you have the resources, support, and confidence you’ll need to excel. From your first year through graduation and beyond, our integrated approach to bar preparation helps you navigate the complexities of the exam with ease.

Partnering with the best

BARBRI + Washburn Law

Washburn Law has partnered with BARBRI, the oldest and largest bar preparation program in the country. This collaboration aims to provide a comprehensive bar preparation experience for students, empowering them to excel in their legal careers.

As part of the cost of attendance, and starting their first year, students at Washburn Law receive the Guided Pass Program, recognized as the gold standard for bar preparation, for the state in which they choose to take the bar. In addition, they also have access to a wide range of law school course study aids and bar preparation materials, all designed to support their success in law school and on the bar exam.

Your path to success

Washburn Law's comprehensive plan to preparing for the bar exam
Students study and chat outside Dole Hall. Our bar preparation program, enriched by the BARBRI partnership, includes several key components, all available from your first day at Washburn Law:
  • BARBRI resources for all students: Access to BARBRI’s extensive library of study aids, practice questions and instructional videos. These are designed to help with students through their 1L courses, as well as a broad ranger of upper-level subjects.
  • MPRE prep with professional responsibility course: Tailored resources to help you excel in the Multistate Professional Responsibility Examination
  • Multi-State legal analysis and performance writing courses: A full curriculum covering both the multiple choice section (MBE) of the UBE as well as both essay portions (MPT & MEE). These focused courses are designed to enhance your legal analysis and writing skills, which are critical for bar exam success.
  • Post-Grad BARBRI review course: An intensive review course post-graduation, ensuring you’re fully prepared for the bar exam.
  • Post-Grad summer workshops: Weekly in-person and online workshops targeted to specific subject areas most seen on the bar exam.
  • Dedicated bar prep and academic support faculty: Faculty members committed to providing personalized support and guidance throughout your bar prep journey.

Preparing for the NextGen Exam

Washburn Law is aware of the NextGen rollout starting in 2026 and is already working hard to ensure a seamless transition as each jurisdiction switches to the new exam. Our academic support faculty monitor all NextGen developments, ensuring Washburn Law remains ahead of the curve, providing all necessary resources for students to succeed on both the UBE and NextGen bar exams.
Bar prep program FAQ

The bar preparation program is included in your tuition and fees, making it an integral part of your legal education at Washburn Law.

The BARBRI Guided Pass Program is designed to prepare you for the bar exam in any state of your choice. You will have access to materials and resources specific to the jurisdiction where you plan to take the exam.

Yes, December graduates are fully eligible to participate in all aspects of the bar preparation program.

While our comprehensive program is designed to meet all your needs, you are free to explore additional bar prep courses if you wish.

Yes, our program includes provisions for repeat takers to ensure you have continued support until you pass the bar exam.

You can still take advantage of the BARBRI resources and our support services when you decide to sit for the bar exam, regardless of the timing.
Program staff Chelsea Baldwin

Chelsea Baldwin

Director of Academic Enrichment and Bar Readiness

 Andrew Stewart

Andrew Stewart

Assistant Director of Academic Enrichment and Bar Readiness