JurisdictionIllinois July 2024: First filing deadline Feb. 15 July 2024: Late filing deadline April 30 February 2025: First filing deadline Sept. 15 February 2025: Late filing deadline Nov. 30 Bar exam fee for first-time takers (non-attorneys) $950 – $1450 Bar exam fee for attorneys $950 – $1,450 Bar exam fee for repeaters $500 – $850 Fee for laptops, if permitted $120 View Complete Table