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Real Estate License Requirements
Federal & State Law Editorial TeamLast reviewed: April 2026
State-by-state comparison of real estate licensing requirements including pre-license education hours, exam format, reciprocity agreements, and renewal obligations.
50 States4 data columnsLast updated: Mar 2025
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| State | Pre-License Hours | Exam | Reciprocity | Renewal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 60 hours | State + national | Partial (select states) | Every 2 years; 15 CE hours |
| Alaska | 40 hours | State + national | No reciprocity | Every 2 years; 20 CE hours |
| Arizona | 90 hours | State + national | Partial (waive education) | Every 2 years; 24 CE hours |
| Arkansas | 60 hours | State + national | Partial (select states) | Every 2 years; 7 CE hours |
| California | 135 hours | State exam only | No reciprocity | Every 4 years; 45 CE hours |
| Colorado | 168 hours | State + national | No reciprocity | Every 3 years; 24 CE hours |
| Connecticut | 60 hours | State + national | Partial | Every year; 12 CE hours |
| Delaware | 99 hours | State + national | Partial | Every 2 years; 21 CE hours |
| Florida | 63 hours | State exam only | Mutual recognition (8 states) | Every 2 years; 14 CE hours |
| Georgia | 75 hours | State + national | Partial | Every 4 years; 36 CE hours |
| Hawaii | 60 hours | State + national | No reciprocity | Every 2 years; 20 CE hours |
| Idaho | 90 hours | State + national | Partial (waive education) | Every 2 years; 18 CE hours |
| Illinois | 75 hours | State + national | No reciprocity | Every 2 years; 12 CE hours |
| Indiana | 90 hours | State + national | Partial | Every 3 years; 36 CE hours |
| Iowa | 60 hours | State + national | Partial (select states) | Every 3 years; 36 CE hours |
| Kansas | 60 hours | State + national | Partial | Every 2 years; 12 CE hours |
| Kentucky | 96 hours | State + national | Partial | Every 2 years; 12 CE hours |
| Louisiana | 90 hours | State + national | No reciprocity | Every year; 12 CE hours |
| Maine | 55 hours | State + national | Partial | Every 2 years; 21 CE hours |
| Maryland | 60 hours | State + national | Partial | Every 2 years; 15 CE hours |
| Massachusetts | 40 hours | State + national | No reciprocity | Every 2 years; 12 CE hours |
| Michigan | 40 hours | State + national | Partial | Every 3 years; 18 CE hours |
| Minnesota | 90 hours | State + national | Partial | Every 2 years; 30 CE hours |
| Mississippi | 60 hours | State + national | Partial | Every year; 16 CE hours |
| Missouri | 72 hours | State + national | Partial (select states) | Every 2 years; 12 CE hours |
| Montana | 60 hours | State + national | Partial | Every year; 12 CE hours |
| Nebraska | 66 hours | State + national | Partial | Every 2 years; 18 CE hours |
| Nevada | 120 hours | State + national | No reciprocity | Every 2 years; 24 CE hours |
| New Hampshire | 40 hours | State + national | Partial | Every 2 years; 15 CE hours |
| New Jersey | 75 hours | State + national | No reciprocity | Every 2 years; 12 CE hours |
| New Mexico | 90 hours | State + national | Partial | Every 3 years; 36 CE hours |
| New York | 77 hours | State exam only | No reciprocity | Every 2 years; 22.5 CE hours |
| North Carolina | 75 hours | State + national | Partial | Every year; 8 CE hours |
| North Dakota | 45 hours | State + national | Partial | Every year; 9 CE hours |
| Ohio | 120 hours | State + national | Partial | Every 3 years; 30 CE hours |
| Oklahoma | 90 hours | State + national | Partial | Every 3 years; 21 CE hours |
| Oregon | 150 hours | State exam only | No reciprocity | Every 2 years; 30 CE hours |
| Pennsylvania | 75 hours | State + national | Partial (select states) | Every 2 years; 14 CE hours |
| Rhode Island | 45 hours | State + national | Partial | Every 2 years; 24 CE hours |
| South Carolina | 90 hours | State + national | Partial | Every 2 years; 10 CE hours |
| South Dakota | 116 hours | State + national | Partial | Every 2 years; 24 CE hours |
| Tennessee | 60 hours | State + national | Partial (select states) | Every 2 years; 16 CE hours |
| Texas | 180 hours | State + national | No reciprocity | Every 2 years; 18 CE hours |
| Utah | 120 hours | State + national | Partial | Every 2 years; 18 CE hours |
| Vermont | 40 hours | State + national | Partial | Every 2 years; 16 CE hours |
| Virginia | 60 hours | State + national | Partial (select states) | Every 2 years; 16 CE hours |
| Washington | 90 hours | State + national | No reciprocity | Every 2 years; 30 CE hours |
| West Virginia | 90 hours | State + national | Partial | Every 2 years; 14 CE hours |
| Wisconsin | 72 hours | State + national | Partial | Every 2 years; 18 CE hours |
| Wyoming | 54 hours | State + national | Partial | Every 2 years; 12 CE hours |
Real estate licensing requirements are subject to change. Reciprocity agreements may vary. Contact your state's real estate commission for the most current requirements.
This is legal information, not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction and change frequently. Always verify current law with official sources and consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction for advice on your specific situation.