Pennsylvania Real Estate Broker License
Requirements, fees, and steps to upgrade to broker
Experience Requirements
3 years as licensed salesperson with 200 activity points documented
Points Required: 200 experience points
Alternative Pathways:
- 3 years equivalent real estate experience
- Combination of education and experience
Must provide detailed resume of activities and sworn statement from employing broker.
Education Requirements
Complete 240 hours (16 credits) of professional real estate education approved by the Commission.
Required Courses:
- 30 hours Brokerage and Office Management
- 30 hours Broker Law
- 90 hours Commission-developed courses (law, finance, investment, etc.)
- 90 hours additional real estate-related courses
Law degree or bachelor's in real estate may satisfy requirements. Education must be within 10 years of exam.
Broker Examination
Exam Name
Pennsylvania Real Estate Broker Examination
Provider
Pearson VUE
Format
National + State portions, multiple-choice
Passing Score
75% on each portion
Exam Fee
$52
Retake Policy
Can retake failed portions
Fees
| Application Fee | $115 |
| Examination Fee | $52 |
| License Fee | $94.50 |
| Background Check | $22 |
| Listed Fees | $283.50 |
Listed fees: $115 application and qualification review + $52 exam + $94.50 initial license + $22 background check = $283.50. Course costs are excluded.
Must cover past 5 years
Timeline
Gain Experience
Complete 3 years as licensed salesperson with 200+ points
3+ years
Complete Broker Education
Complete 240 hours of approved education
6-12 months
Submit Application
Apply through PALS with transcripts and experience documentation
2-4 weeks
Pass Broker Exam
Schedule and pass both exam portions at PSI
1-2 weeks
License Renewal
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Renewal Fee
$126
CE Hours Required
14 hours
Online Renewal
Available
14 hours of Commission-approved continuing education
Reciprocity Agreements
Pennsylvania has reciprocal licensure agreements with Arkansas, Georgia, Louisiana, Maryland, and Massachusetts; holders of a license from those states are exempt from the exam (Pearson VUE handbook). Reciprocal brokers must keep a principal place of business and an active license in the home state.
Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission
- Official Website
- (717) 783-3658
- ra-realestate@pa.gov
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