Missouri Real Estate Agent License
Complete requirements guide for Missouri
Pre-Licensing Education
Complete 72 hours total: 48-hour course before exam, 24-hour MREP course before license application.
Required Courses (72 hours total):
- • 48-hour Salesperson Course (required before exam)
- • 24-hour Missouri Real Estate Practice (MREP) Course
Must submit application within 6 months of 48-hour course completion.
State Examination
Exam Name
Missouri Real Estate Salesperson Examination
Provider
PSI
Format
140 questions (100 national, 40 state), 4 hours
Passing Score
70 correct on national (70%), 30 correct on state (75%)
Exam Fee
$62
Retake Policy: Can retake upon failure; fee applies per attempt
Background Check
Type: Fingerprint-based FBI and MSHP background check via MACHS
Cost: $41
Sponsoring Broker
Must affiliate with a licensed Missouri broker to activate your license
Fee Breakdown
| Examination Fee | $62 |
| Application Fee | $90 |
| Fingerprinting | $41 |
| Total Fees | $193 |
Total includes $90 license, $62 exam, and $41 fingerprinting. Pre-licensing courses cost $200-$800.
License Renewal
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Renewal Fee
$90
CE Required
12 hours
Online Renewal
Yes
12 hours of continuing education every 2 years
License Reciprocity
Missouri does not have full reciprocity agreements. Out-of-state licensees should contact MREC for requirements.
Missouri Real Estate Commission
- Official Website
- (573) 751-2628
- Apply Online
Helpful Tools
Upgrade to Broker
Requires salesperson experience plus additional broker pre-licensing education and broker exam
- • 2 years experience required
- • 48 additional education hours
- • Broker exam required
Last verified: 2026-01-12