How to Become a Real Estate Agent in New York
77 hours of pre-licensing education, then the eAccessNY / Department of State exam. State fees come to $70, on top of a course starting at $89.
Requirements set by New York Department of State (NY DOS).
The steps, in order
- 1
Check you're eligible
New York requires you to be at least 18. Minimum education: High school diploma or GED.
- 2
Complete 77 hours of pre-licensing education
New York Department of State (NY DOS) requires 77 hours from an approved school before you can sit the exam.
- 3
Pass the eAccessNY / Department of State licensing exam
New York uses eAccessNY / Department of State. The exam is 75 questions. The exam fee is $15.
- 4
Submit fingerprints and a background check
New York charges $0 for fingerprinting and the background check.
- 5
Apply for your license
The application fee is $55, paid to New York Department of State (NY DOS).
- 6
Keep the license current
New York requires 22.5 hours of continuing education every 2 years to renew.
Next steps
New York Real Estate License FAQ
How many hours of real estate school does New York require? ▾
New York Department of State (NY DOS) requires 77 hours of approved pre-licensing education before you can sit the licensing exam.
How much does a New York real estate license cost? ▾
New York charges $70 in state fees: $15 exam fee, $55 application fee, $0 fingerprinting. Your course is the other half of the cost and is priced by the school, not the state.
What are the requirements to get a real estate license in New York? ▾
You must be at least 18 and have: High school diploma or GED, complete 77 hours of pre-licensing education, and pass the eAccessNY / Department of State licensing exam.
What is on the New York real estate exam? ▾
New York uses eAccessNY / Department of State to administer its real estate licensing exam.