Pennsylvania Real Estate Agent License
Complete requirements guide for Pennsylvania
Pre-Licensing Education
Complete 75 hours (4 credits) of approved real estate education within 5 years prior to passing the exam.
Required Courses (75 hours total):
- • Real Estate Fundamentals
- • Real Estate Practice
Education must be from accredited college or approved real estate provider.
State Examination
Exam Name
Pennsylvania Real Estate Salesperson Examination
Provider
Pearson VUE
Format
National portion (80 questions, 150 min) + State portion (40 questions, 60 min)
Passing Score
75% on national (60/80), 75% on state (30/40)
Exam Fee
$49
Retake Policy: Can retake failed portions; must pass both within exam eligibility period
Background Check
Type: Criminal background check
Cost: $22
Sponsoring Broker
Must have employing broker willing to supervise and train before applying for license
Fee Breakdown
| Examination Fee | $49 |
| Application Fee | $25 |
| License Fee | $72 |
| Fingerprinting | $22 |
| Recovery Fund | $10 |
| Total Fees | $178 |
Total fees: $107 (license) + $49 (exam) + $22 (background). Does not include course costs ($300-$500).
License Renewal
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Renewal Fee
$96
CE Required
14 hours
Online Renewal
Yes
14 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years
Post-License Requirement: 14 hours required 14 hours of post-licensing education required in first renewal period
License Reciprocity
Pennsylvania evaluates reciprocity on a case-by-case basis. Must demonstrate substantially equivalent education and experience.
States with Agreements:
- • Various: Pennsylvania may waive examination for licensees from states with substantially equivalent requirements
Pennsylvania Real Estate Commission
- Official Website
- (717) 783-3658
- Apply Online
Helpful Tools
Upgrade to Broker
Requires 3 years licensed experience and additional broker courses totaling 240 hours
- • 3 years experience required
- • 240 additional education hours
- • Broker exam required
Last verified: 2026-01-12