Can you take the real estate licensing exam online?

Yes, in some states. PSI, which holds real estate exam contracts in 29 states, offers remote online proctoring as an alternative to its test centers. Other states require in-person testing: Florida law does not allow remote or at-home testing for its real estate exam, and New York administers its exam only at approved in-state locations.

The Alabama real estate licensing exam is administered by Pearson VUE at Pearson Professional Centers. Candidates schedule exams through Pearson VUE at home.pearsonvue.com/al/realestate or by calling 888-926-9488. The licensure exam is delivered in person at a testing center, while Pearson VUE's separate practice tests are available online for self-study.

No, the Alaska real estate licensing exam must be taken in person at a Pearson VUE test center. The exam is administered electronically and is offered weekly in Anchorage, semi-monthly in Fairbanks, and quarterly in Juneau. The exam may also be provided at other locations on an individual request basis for an additional $50 fee beyond the standard $100 exam fee.

No, Arizona real estate licensing examinations are not available through online testing. Pearson VUE, the state's testing vendor, requires all Arizona real estate exams to be taken in person at a Pearson test center. Appointments can be scheduled up to one calendar day before the desired test date, subject to availability.

The Arkansas real estate licensing exam is administered by Pearson VUE at physical test centers, not online from home. Test center locations in Arkansas include Camden, El Dorado, Fayetteville, Fort Smith, Jonesboro, Little Rock, Mountain Home, Newport, Texarkana, and Warren, with additional sites in Shreveport, Louisiana, and Memphis, Tennessee. Reservations must be made at least 24 hours in advance through the Pearson VUE website or by calling 800-274-2606, and walk-in examinations are not available.

No. The California real estate licensing exam is administered in electronic format at five exam centers located in Fresno, La Palma (Orange County), Oakland, Sacramento, and San Diego. The exam is computer-based but must be taken in person at one of these locations; it is not available online or remotely.

The Colorado real estate broker exam can be taken either in person at PSI test centers or through remote online proctoring. PSI is the exam vendor for the Colorado Division of Real Estate, and test centers are located in seven Colorado cities including Denver, Colorado Springs, and Grand Junction. Remote online proctoring requires a webcam, stable internet, and a private, walled room, and breaks are not allowed during remotely proctored exams.

Yes, beginning May 13, 2025, PSI offers Connecticut real estate examinations through online proctoring in addition to testing at PSI test centers. Online proctored exams require a dependable device with webcam, stable internet, and a private room. PSI test centers in Connecticut are located in West Hartford and Milford, with additional sites in Massachusetts at Boston, Springfield, Fall River, and Auburn.

Delaware's real estate licensing exam is administered by Pearson VUE at authorized testing centers rather than online. Appointments may be scheduled up to one calendar day before the desired test date, subject to availability. Testing centers are located in Dover and Newark, Delaware, as well as nearby Salisbury, Maryland, and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Yes, PSI, the exam vendor for DC real estate licensing exams, offers both secure test center delivery and online remote proctoring. For online proctoring, you need a private location, a dependable device with a webcam, and a stable internet connection. You must present valid, government-issued photo ID at check-in, which takes approximately 10 to 15 minutes.

No, Florida real estate licensing exams cannot be taken online. Pearson VUE, the exam vendor contracted by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR), requires all Florida real estate candidates to take the examination in a physical test center. Remote online proctoring is not available for Florida DBPR real estate exams.

The Georgia real estate licensing exam is administered in person at PSI test centers, with locations in Atlanta, Decatur, Duluth, Fayetteville, Macon, and Savannah. While PSI offers online proctoring for some states' exams, Georgia-specific sources indicate the exam must be taken at a physical test center. Candidates receive their scores immediately after finishing the exam. If a candidate passes and has all required documentation, including a sponsoring broker statement and criminal history report, the license can be issued at the test center the same day.

PSI Services, LLC, Hawaii's testing vendor since July 1, 2009, offers both in-person testing at secure test centers and remote online proctoring for the Hawaii real estate licensing exam. Candidates register and select their preferred delivery method through the PSI website.

Idaho's real estate licensing exam is administered at Pearson VUE test centers, not online. The five primary testing sites in Idaho are in Boise, Coeur d'Alene, Nampa, Pocatello, and Twin Falls, with an additional site in Spokane, Washington. Appointments may be scheduled up to one calendar day prior to the desired test date, subject to availability. The salesperson exam consists of 80 national questions and 40 Idaho-specific questions with a 4-hour time limit, and candidates receive their score immediately after completing the computer-based exam.

Yes. PSI, the vendor contracted by Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) to administer Illinois real estate examinations, offers the broker exam both at physical test centers across Illinois and through remote online proctoring using a platform called Atlas Remote Proctored. Candidates who choose the remote option must meet specific technical and environment requirements for secure proctoring.

The Indiana real estate licensing exam is administered by Pearson VUE at physical test centers. Candidates must reserve a seat at least 48 hours in advance, report to the test center 30 minutes before the scheduled exam time, and present one government-issued photo ID with a signature. Walk-in examinations are not available, and exam fees must be paid at the time of reservation rather than at the test center.

Yes. PSI offers remote proctored exams through its Atlas Remote Proctored platform, in addition to in-person testing at centers in Council Bluffs, West Des Moines, Cedar Rapids/Iowa City Area, and Waterloo (Hawkeye Community College). Breaks are not allowed during remote proctored exams. Each exam registration expires after 90 days, and the exam fee of $95 is non-refundable and non-transferable.

No, the Kansas real estate licensing exam cannot be taken online. The exam must be taken in person at a Pearson VUE Professional testing center, and appointments may be scheduled up to one calendar day prior to the desired test date, subject to availability. Pearson VUE administers the exam at locations across the state, including testing sites in Overland Park, Topeka, and Wichita.

Yes. PSI, which administers the Kentucky real estate licensing exam, offers both accredited test centers and secure online proctoring for remote testing. Online proctoring requires a webcam, stable internet, and a private, walled room. Kentucky testing sites include Bowling Green, Lexington, Louisville, Maysville, Paducah, and Somerset, with additional sites in Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Knoxville, and Nashville. Candidates must bring two forms of identification to any testing session.

Yes, the Louisiana real estate licensing exam can be taken online. Pearson VUE, which administers the exam on behalf of the Louisiana Real Estate Commission, offers both test center appointments and remote online proctoring. Online proctored exams require a walled room with no other people present, a webcam, stable internet, and a government-issued photo ID.

Yes, PSI offers online proctoring for the Maryland real estate licensing exam in addition to testing at PSI test centers. For online proctoring, candidates need a webcam, a stable internet connection, and a private location. The exam is computer-based, lasts two hours, and costs $44 per attempt paid directly to PSI.

Yes, PSI offers the Massachusetts real estate licensing exam through both in-person testing at approved test centers across the state and remote online proctoring. The salesperson exam consists of 120 scored questions (80 general and 40 state-specific) with a 4-hour time limit and a minimum passing score of 70%. Scores are displayed on screen at the end of the exam, and score reports are emailed to the candidate.

Yes, PSI offers online proctoring for the Michigan real estate licensing exam in addition to testing at secure PSI Test Centers. Online proctoring requires a walled room with no one else present, a webcam, and stable internet. For test center exams, candidates should arrive at least 30 minutes early for check-in, which takes approximately 10 to 15 minutes. Exam sessions are available at least 6 weeks in advance, and PSI recommends booking 4 to 6 weeks before the preferred date.

Yes, the Minnesota real estate licensing exam can be taken online through PSI Services' remote proctoring option. Candidates need a webcam, a stable internet connection, and a walled room with no other people present during the exam. PSI also offers testing at its nine physical examination centers in Minnesota, located in Blaine, Brainerd, Duluth, Eagan, Mankato, Rochester, St. Paul, Willmar, and Woodbury. Candidates should arrive at least 30 minutes early for test center check-in and must present a valid government-issued photo ID.

The Mississippi real estate licensing exam is administered by PSI at physical testing centers in Jackson, Mississippi; Metairie (New Orleans) and Baton Rouge, Louisiana; Mobile, Alabama; and Memphis, Tennessee. Candidates can also request out-of-state testing by submitting an Out-of-State Testing Request form to access additional PSI centers nationwide. PSI offers both test center and online proctoring delivery options for real estate exams. The exam fee is $75 per attempt for both portions, and candidates should schedule through PSI's online portal. Registration fees are not refundable and expire after one year.

PSI, the current exam vendor for Missouri real estate licensing exams, offers secure online proctoring as a delivery option for real estate examinations. Online proctoring requires a dependable device with a webcam and a stable internet connection, and the check-in process takes approximately 10 to 15 minutes. Missouri regulatory pages also describe in-person testing at PSI test centers in St. Louis, Kansas City, Springfield, Jefferson City, Kirksville, and West Plains, where exams are administered by appointment only. Candidates can schedule exams by calling PSI at 1-888-818-5829.

Yes, the Nebraska real estate licensing exam can be taken online. Pearson VUE, the current exam administrator for the Nebraska Real Estate Commission, offers remote online proctoring as an alternative to attending a test center. Online proctoring requires a webcam, microphone, speakers, and stable broadband internet in a private location. Candidates may also choose to test at an in-person test center.

Yes, Nevada real estate exams can be taken online through Pearson VUE's OnVUE remote testing platform. The setup requires Windows 10 or macOS 14 or higher, a working webcam, microphone, and speaker (no headphones), a single display screen, and stable internet with at least 6 Mbps download and 2 Mbps upload. Check-in begins 30 minutes before the appointment and includes a 360-degree room scan, and breaks are not allowed during the exam.

The New Hampshire real estate licensing exam must be taken in person at an approved PSI testing center. The three testing locations in New Hampshire are Concord, Nashua, and Portsmouth. The Manchester testing site closed effective February 16, 2024. Online proctored exams are not offered for the NH real estate licensing exam.

Yes, the New Jersey Real Estate Commission offers both remote online proctoring and in-person testing at PSI Services testing centers. Candidates can schedule exams online through PSI's website. Online proctoring requires a webcam, stable internet, and a private room, with a check-in process that takes approximately 10 to 15 minutes.

Yes. PSI, the New Mexico Real Estate Commission's exam contractor, administers the broker exam both at accredited test centers nationwide and through secure online proctoring for remote testing. Candidates can choose between an in-person appointment at a PSI Test Center or a remote online proctored session. The exam fee is $95 per attempt, paid directly to PSI.

No. The NY Department of State administers the real estate salesperson exam in person at 11 official test sites across New York State: Albany, Binghamton, Buffalo, Franklin Square, Hauppauge, New York City, Plattsburgh, Pomona, Rochester, Syracuse, and Utica. Candidates schedule through the eAccessNY portal but must appear in person at the test site on exam day.

The North Carolina real estate license examination is administered by Pearson VUE at designated test centers. The North Carolina Real Estate Commission (NCREC) states that applicants can typically take the exam at the test center of their choice within 7 calendar days of contacting Pearson VUE. Appointments may be made up to one calendar day prior to the desired test date, subject to availability, and scheduling is done online or by phone at 800-745-2627.

PSI Services LLC, the testing vendor contracted by the North Dakota Real Estate Commission, offers both test center and online proctoring delivery options for real estate exams. PSI maintains computer examination centers in North Dakota, and remote online proctoring is available as an additional delivery method for real estate exams administered through PSI.

Yes. PSI, Ohio's testing vendor, offers secure online proctoring for the real estate licensing exam in addition to in-person testing at PSI test centers. Online proctoring requires a webcam, speakers, microphone, and stable broadband internet connection, and the entire session is recorded from check-in to completion. Candidates must present a valid, unexpired, government-issued photo ID and may not use electronic devices, reference materials, or leave the testing area during the exam.

Yes, Pearson VUE offers remote proctoring through its OnVUE platform for Oklahoma real estate licensing exams, in addition to in-person testing at Pearson VUE test centers. Candidates must first apply to the Oklahoma Real Estate Commission and receive authorization to test before scheduling with Pearson VUE.

Yes, PSI offers remote proctoring for Oregon real estate licensing exams. Candidates need a dependable device with a webcam and a stable internet connection to take the exam from home or office. PSI also operates in-person test centers in Baker City, Bend, Eugene, Independence, Medford, Portland, and Wilsonville, Oregon.

Pearson VUE offers online testing through its OnVUE platform for Pennsylvania real estate licensing exams. Examinations are also offered daily at Pearson VUE testing centers for in-person testing. Candidates register for the salesperson exam through the Clarus portal and for the broker exam through the Pennsylvania Licensing System (PALS).

Yes, Pearson VUE offers online testing for the Rhode Island real estate exam through its OnVUE platform for both the National and State portions. However, after one failed attempt on any part via online testing, candidates must register and take all subsequent retakes of that part at a physical testing site. Appointments can be made up to one calendar day before the desired test date, subject to availability.

Yes, online proctoring is available for the South Carolina real estate exam through PSI, the Commission-approved testing center. PSI offers both secure test center testing and online proctoring for remote testing. For online proctoring, candidates need a private location, a dependable device with a webcam, and stable internet. Candidates cannot register for the exam until the Commission has made them exam eligible, at which point PSI sends an email with scheduling information.

The South Dakota broker associate licensing exam is administered by PSI at test centers in Madison, Rapid City, and Sioux Falls. The SD DLR exam information page does not list an online or remote proctoring option for South Dakota. Candidates schedule appointments directly with PSI at test-takers.psiexams.com/sdre or by calling 855-557-0623.

PSI offers the Tennessee real estate exam both at physical test centers and through secure online remote proctoring. Candidates can choose either format when scheduling through PSI. For online proctoring, candidates must use a device with a webcam, maintain a stable internet connection, and test in a private, walled room.

The Texas real estate licensing exam is administered by Pearson VUE at designated test centers. Walk-in examinations are not available, and candidates must make an online reservation at least 24 hours in advance. Candidates must report to the test center 30 minutes before the exam and present two forms of current signature identification. No online or remote testing option is described in the official exam materials.

The Utah real estate licensing exam is administered by Pearson VUE at designated test centers. Candidates must report to the test center 30 minutes before the exam and present two forms of current signature-bearing identification. Utah test center locations include Bountiful, Cedar City, Draper, Logan, Moab, Ogden, Orem, Richfield, Roosevelt, and St. George, and candidates may also test at any Pearson VUE test center nationally. The Pearson VUE Utah exam materials describe in-person testing procedures and do not reference a remote or online testing option.

The national portion of the Vermont real estate exam is administered by PSI, which offers both test center and online proctoring options for candidates. The state portion is administered online within OPR's license application process, not through PSI. As of February 27, 2021, the Vermont state exam is no longer administered through an external exam service.

Yes, PSI offers online proctoring for the Virginia real estate licensing exam, allowing candidates to test from home using a webcam and stable internet connection. Candidates must be alone in a walled room, and prohibited items include reference materials, paper, calculators, mobile phones, tablets, smart watches, and headphones. Starting October 14, 2025, PSI no longer allows live remote proctored exams on computers running Windows 10 or macOS Ventura (13.x).

Yes, PSI offers remote proctoring for the Washington real estate exam through its online proctoring platform, in addition to in-person testing at PSI Test Centers. Candidates can schedule exams online through PSI or by phone at 855-746-8168, and must wait 4 business days after receiving Department of Licensing (DOL) approval before scheduling. Two current forms of identification are required, including at least one with a photograph.

Yes, Pearson VUE offers OnVUE online proctoring as an option for the West Virginia real estate licensing exam, in addition to in-person testing centers. Candidates receive an authorization-to-test email from Pearson VUE after the West Virginia Real Estate Commission approves the exam application. Appointments may be scheduled up to 24 hours before the desired test date, subject to availability.

Wisconsin real estate licensing exams must be taken in person at a designated Pearson VUE test center, not online. Testing centers in Wisconsin include Brookfield/Milwaukee, Eau Claire, Green Bay, Kenosha, Madison, and Wausau, with additional locations in Minnesota and Illinois. Appointments may be made up to one calendar day prior to the desired test date, subject to availability.

Yes, Pearson VUE offers online testing through its OnVUE platform for Wyoming real estate licensing exams, in addition to in-person testing at physical test centers. Appointments may be made up to one calendar day prior to the desired test date, subject to availability. Candidates must create a web account with their legal name as it appears on government-issued identification.