University of Nebraska College of Law's latest ABA first-time bar pass rate is 90.54%. The ABA weighted average for graduates taking the same jurisdictions was 83.11%, putting Nebraska 7.43 percentage points above the comparison benchmark.
| Metric | Latest ABA figure |
|---|---|
| First-time takers | 148 |
| First-time passers | 134 |
| Law-school first-time pass rate | 90.54% |
| ABA weighted average | 83.11% |
| Difference | +7.43 points |
Among first-time takers in Nebraska itself, 99 of 111 passed, a rate of 89.19% versus 83.70% for graduates of ABA-approved schools in that jurisdiction.
It is a strong outcome, but bar passage is influenced by entering credentials, jurisdiction mix, student preparation and school support. Use it alongside employment and cost rather than as a standalone school ranking.
Figures come from the ABA 2025 Bar Admission Outcomes report for University of Nebraska College of Law.
Written by Ali Unar, Founder, Lovare Institut. Updated September 20, 2026.