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Bar Association Exam Data Shows Who Passes, and How to Survive the Wait
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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · Jun 23, 2026
What happened
The article breaks down Israeli Bar Association exam results and says the waiting period after the test is psychologically difficult. It details pass rates by attempt, institution, internship placement, and reservist status, showing major differences across groups.
- 01First-time candidates pass far more often than repeat takers.
- 02National averages fell from 63.4 to 59.6 between fall 2024 and summer 2025.
- 03Appeal committees can still change outcomes by removing or adding acceptable answers.
- 04Tel Aviv University and the Hebrew University post the strongest first-time results.
- 05Military reservists with accommodations reached 80.70% in fall 2024.
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