What Is the Uniform MPJE?
The National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) is developing a uniform version of the Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination (MPJE). This national law exam aims to evaluate a pharmacist’s core legal knowledge—federally and across participating jurisdictions—streamlining the licensure process and reducing multiple state-specific MPJEs
Why the Shift to a Uniform Exam?
Adaptation to multi-state practice: With telehealth on the rise and pharmacist shortages in some regions, practitioners often need licensure across several states.
Efficiency for candidates: Instead of multiple state law exams, one passing score from the uniform MPJE will suffice in participating states, saving time and cost
The Roadmap: Development Timeline
Timeline of key milestones:
2022: At the NABP Annual Meeting, member boards passed a resolution calling for a standardized MPJE.
2023: A steering committee assessed feasibility, finalized scope to include federal and shared state laws .
Oct 2024: Practice analysis and content outline drafting, followed by a wide pharmacist survey to refine core topics.
Apr 2025: Item Development Workshop refined exam items with legal experts and educator.
Aug 2025: Uniform MPJE Review Committee will finalize content
Launch Date & Continuing Coexistence
Official Launch: Expected in June 2026 .
Dual Exam Options: Boards can continue using state-specific MPJEs or adopt the uniform version. Those who pass the uniform MPJE must still follow unique state laws not covered on the test
Benefits for Boards and Candidates
For boards: Provides flexibility in licensure standards and supports multi-state reciprocity.
For candidates:
Only one law exam to pass when seeking licensure across multiple jurisdictions.
Reduced regulatory burden and cost.
More efficient path to licensure