Applicant Portal

Michigan Bar Exam and Character & Fitness Certification
Uniform Bar Exam Score Transfer and Character & Fitness Certification
BLE Rule 5 Character & Fitness Certification — Upon BLE Referral Only
Character & Fitness Recertification

If you are seeking admission to the State Bar of Michigan in another manner, return to the Bar Admissions tab on the State Bar of Michigan website (links to new window)

Applicant Portal Navigation

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To complete an application, register for a Login on the following page, then Login to begin your application. Question instructions and information are located within the application questionnaire and additional process information is located on Step 2 of the State Bar of Michigan website.

If you have questions, or need assistance with navigating the application portal, application completion, or submission, contact State Bar staff at cfquestionsforms@michbar.org or (517) 367-6510. Be advised that State Bar staff cannot provide you with legal advice about how to answer a question; if you are uncertain, you may wish to consult with an attorney, or faculty at your law school.

Character & Fitness Department staff are available during business hours Monday — Friday 9:00 am — 5:00 pm, excluding federal holidays.

Information about the bar exam is available on the Board of Law Examiners website, and questions may be directed to the Board at BLE-Info@courts.mi.gov.