Exam applicants will get access to the TLC within 10 days after the bar exam. Applicants for admission by transferred UBE score, comity, and spouse of military servicemember will get access to the TLC within 5 business days of the Board’s receipt of the background investigation report from the NCBE.
The Tennessee Law Course (TLC) is a mandatory 7.5-hour online course covering Tennessee-specific law. It must be completed before licensing and admission.
You must achieve a score of 270 or higher on the Uniform Bar Exam to pass the exam or transfer a UBE score to Tennessee.
You must upload a 2×2 color headshot taken facing forward against a light‑colored background, saved in .jpg format. The photo should resemble a passport‑style photo, but do NOT upload a scan or picture of your actual passport. If you scan a printed photo to create a .jpg, make sure it is cropped to a 2×2…
To withdraw, you must send an email clearly stating that you are withdrawing from the exam. Emails that only say you are considering withdrawal will not be accepted. To receive a partial refund ($150), your withdrawal email must be received by: July 1 (for the July exam) and February 1 (for the February exam). Withdrawal…
You may submit an Emergency Accommodation Request if the condition arose after filing your application.
Most determinations are sent by January 20 (for the February exam) and June 20 (for the July exam)
No, there is no fee for accommodation requests.
Submit your paid exam application first, then submit a Non‑Standard Testing (NST) or Courtesy Accommodation request in Synergy by the Application Deadline.