How to Become a Real Estate Agent in Washington
90 hours of pre-licensing education, then the PSI exam. State fees come to $477, on top of a course starting at $169.
Requirements set by Washington Department of Licensing (DOL).
The steps, in order
- 1
Check you're eligible
Washington requires you to be at least 18. Minimum education: High school diploma or GED.
- 2
Complete 90 hours of pre-licensing education
Washington Department of Licensing (DOL) requires 90 hours from an approved school before you can sit the exam.
- 3
Pass the PSI licensing exam
Washington uses PSI. The exam is 130 questions, split 100 national and 30 state. The exam fee is $210.
- 4
Submit fingerprints and a background check
Washington charges $44 for fingerprinting and the background check.
- 5
Apply for your license
The application fee is $223, paid to Washington Department of Licensing (DOL).
- 6
Keep the license current
Washington requires 30 hours of continuing education every 2 years to renew.
Worth knowing about Washington
Washington uses 'broker' instead of 'salesperson/agent' for newly licensed real estate professionals.
Next steps
Washington Real Estate License FAQ
How many hours of real estate school does Washington require? ▾
Washington Department of Licensing (DOL) requires 90 hours of approved pre-licensing education before you can sit the licensing exam.
How much does a Washington real estate license cost? ▾
Washington charges $477 in state fees: $210 exam fee, $223 application fee, $44 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 Washington? ▾
You must be at least 18 and have: High school diploma or GED, complete 90 hours of pre-licensing education, and pass the PSI licensing exam.
What is on the Washington real estate exam? ▾
Washington uses PSI. The exam is 130 questions: 100 on national real estate practice and 30 on Washington law.