Real Estate License Timeline Estimator

Estimate how long it takes to get your real estate license by state. Compare pre-licensing hours and processing times.

Timeline Factors

Pre-Licensing Education

40-180 hours depending on state

State Exam

1-2 weeks to schedule and pass

Application Processing

1-4 weeks for approval

Select Your State

Fast Track (4-8 weeks)

New Hampshire 40 hrs

Standard (8-12 weeks)

Alabama 60 hrs Alaska 40 hrs Arkansas 60 hrs Connecticut 60 hrs District of Columbia 60 hrs Florida 63 hrs Hawaii 60 hrs Indiana 90 hrs Kansas 60 hrs Maine 55 hrs

+ 17 more states

Extended (12+ weeks)

Arizona 90 hrs California 135 hrs Colorado 168 hrs Delaware 99 hrs Georgia 75 hrs Idaho 90 hrs Illinois 75 hrs Iowa 60 hrs Kentucky 96 hrs Louisiana 90 hrs

+ 13 more states

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Tips to Speed Up Your Timeline

Choose online courses: Self-paced online education lets you complete hours faster than classroom courses.
Schedule exam early: Don't wait to schedule your exam - book it while completing education.
Complete fingerprinting promptly: Background check processing can take weeks - don't delay.
Line up your broker: Start interviewing brokerages before getting licensed.