How to Pass the Pennsylvania Real Estate Exam in 2026

The Pennsylvania real estate salesperson exam is administered by Pearson VUE for the Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission.

Step 1: Complete the 75-Hour Education Requirement

Complete the 75-hour Pennsylvania-approved salesperson education and the current eligibility process before scheduling.

Step 2: Know the Exam Format

You may not retake a portion that you have already passed. The current handbook allows unlimited salesperson attempts within five years from the earliest required-course completion, and a passing exam score is valid for three years.

Step 3: Follow the Current Eligibility Process

Use the current Clarus and Pearson VUE eligibility and scheduling process described in the handbook. Complete the required education and eligibility steps before scheduling the national and Pennsylvania portions.

Step 4: Study the Current Content Outline

Use the current Pennsylvania Commission and Pearson VUE materials for property ownership, land use, valuation, financing, agency, contracts, fair housing, real estate math, Pennsylvania license law, seller disclosure, transfer tax, lead-based paint, and other state-specific topics.

Use practice questions to identify weak areas and verify Pennsylvania-law answers against current Commission and Pearson VUE materials. Keep personal study targets separate from official exam requirements.

Step 5: Complete Current Licensing Steps

After passing, follow the Pennsylvania Commission's current application and licensing instructions. Use the current handbook for identification, calculator, materials, score reporting, and appointment requirements.