Mississippi Real Estate Agent License
Complete requirements guide for Mississippi
Pre-Licensing Education
Complete 60 hours of MREC-approved pre-licensing education through classroom, online, or hybrid formats.
Required Courses (60 hours total):
- • 60 hours of approved pre-licensing education
Must be a Mississippi resident when application is submitted.
State Examination
Exam Name
Mississippi Real Estate Salesperson Examination
Provider
PSI
Format
120 questions (80 national, 40 state), plus 5-10 pre-test questions
Passing Score
70% national, 75% state
Exam Fee
$75
Retake Policy: Must pass within 2 months of application approval or forfeit fees
Background Check
Type: State and federal fingerprint background check
Cost: $50
Sponsoring Broker
Must affiliate with a licensed Mississippi broker
Fee Breakdown
| Examination Fee | $75 |
| Application Fee | $120 |
| Fingerprinting | $50 |
| Total Fees | $245 |
Total includes $120 application, $75 exam, and $50 background check.
License Renewal
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Renewal Fee
$120
CE Required
16 hours
Online Renewal
Yes
16 hours of continuing education every 2 years
License Reciprocity
Mississippi does not have reciprocity agreements. Out-of-state licensees must meet all Mississippi requirements.
Mississippi Real Estate Commission
- Official Website
- (601) 321-6970
- Apply Online
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Upgrade to Broker
Requires salesperson experience plus additional broker pre-licensing education
- • 2 years experience required
- • 60 additional education hours
- • Broker exam required
Last verified: 2026-01-12