Virginia DPOR/REB Exam Prep
Virginia Real Estate Exam Prep — Pass the DPOR/REB Salesperson Exam
60-hour DPOR-aligned prep, an AI Tutor that knows VA Code Title 54.1 Ch. 21 cold, and a money-back Pass Guarantee. $59 flat.
What the Virginia exam actually looks like
The Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR), through the Real Estate Board (REB), requires 60 hours of approved Salesperson pre-license education before you can sit for the state exam. Once that’s complete, you sit for the Salesperson exam at a PSI testing center.
The exam is 120 multiple-choice questions split into two sections — 80 national + 40 Virginia-specific — scored independently. You need 70% on the national section and 75% on the state section (56 of 80 + 30 of 40). Fail either and you fail the exam.
Statewide first-attempt pass rates hover around 57% — among the lower in the country, largely because of the strict passing thresholds (70% national, 75% state) and the depth of VA-specific material (POA Act, Condo Act, RPDA). Click2CE students pass at an 92% student-reported first-attempt pass rate* because the question bank is built specifically around the REB blueprint and Virginia’s unique disclosure regime.
What you get with Click2CE Virginia Exam Prep
AI Tutor (Claude-Powered)
Ask any DPOR/REB concept in plain English and get an instant, personalized explanation. The AI Tutor knows VA Code Title 54.1 Chapter 21 cold.
Virginia-Specific Question Bank
Hundreds of state-specific questions covering VA Code Title 54.1 Ch. 21, the POA Act, Condo Act, RPDA, Virginia Fair Housing, and REB escrow rules.
Two-Section Timed Mock Exams
Practice under real Virginia exam conditions: 80 national + 40 state questions, scored independently to mirror the 70%/75% PSI requirement.
Drive Mode
Audio-only practice for your I-95 or DC-Metro commute. Turn windshield time into exam prep without lifting a finger.
Plain-English Rationales
Every wrong answer comes with an explanation citing the relevant VA Code section or REB rule, so you understand the why, not just the what.
Money-Back Pass Guarantee
Complete the program and pass — or get a refund. Backed by our published 92% student-reported first-attempt pass rate*.
Virginia exam — the numbers that matter
“Virginia’s 57% pass rate scared me. The POA Act and Condo Act questions are dense and the 70% national / 75% state thresholds are unforgiving. Click2CE drilled both relentlessly. Passed 65/80 national and 33/40 VA state on the first attempt.”
— Devon W., Richmond VA · Verified Click2CE Student
Virginia real estate exam — frequently asked questions
How many pre-license hours does Virginia require?
Virginia requires 60 hours of DPOR-approved Salesperson pre-license education through a school approved by the Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR) and overseen by the Real Estate Board (REB).
What is the format of the Virginia real estate exam?
The Virginia Salesperson exam is administered by PSI and contains 120 multiple-choice questions: 80 national questions and 40 Virginia-specific questions. The two sections are scored independently and you have approximately 2.5 hours total.
What is the passing score on the Virginia real estate exam?
You need 70% on the national section AND 75% on the Virginia section, scored independently — that is 56 of 80 on the national section AND 30 of 40 on the Virginia section. Failing either section means you fail the exam.
How much does the Virginia real estate exam cost?
The PSI exam fee is $60 per attempt. The DPOR Salesperson license fee is $170. If you fail one section, you only retake that section, but each retake costs the full $60.
Why is Virginia’s pass rate so low?
Virginia’s 57% statewide first-attempt pass rate is among the lower in the country. The passing thresholds — 70% on the national section and 75% on the state section — are unforgiving, the VA Property Owners Association Act and condo disclosure rules are unusually detailed, and many candidates underestimate the state-specific portion. Structured exam prep is essential.
Do I need a sponsoring broker before activating in Virginia?
Yes. Virginia requires you to be sponsored by an active Virginia Principal Broker before DPOR will activate your Salesperson license. You can pass the exam first and hold an inactive license, but you cannot practice until your Principal Broker submits the affiliation through DPOR.
What unique Virginia topics are heavily tested?
VA-specific topics include the Virginia Property Owners Association Act (POA Act), the Virginia Condominium Act, Residential Property Disclosure Act (RPDA), Virginia Fair Housing Law (which has a few protected classes beyond federal law), and the Real Estate Board’s escrow / record-keeping rules.
How does Virginia continuing education work?
Active Virginia Salespersons must complete 16 hours of continuing education every 2-year license cycle to renew, including 8 hours of mandatory REB-required topics (Fair Housing, Legal Updates, Ethics, etc.) and 8 hours of REB-approved electives. CE must be completed through a school approved by your state real estate commission.
How much does Click2CE Virginia exam prep cost?
Click2CE Virginia exam prep is $59 flat, one-time, for 12 months of access. That includes the AI Tutor, the full Virginia-specific question bank, two-section timed mock exams, Drive Mode, and the money-back Pass Guarantee.
How does the Click2CE Pass Guarantee work for Virginia?
Complete the Click2CE Virginia study plan and sit for the PSI exam. If you do not pass, send us your score report and we refund your $59 in full. Backed by our published 92% student-reported first-attempt pass rate*.
The Virginia Real Estate Market
Virginia’s real estate market is anchored by Northern Virginia — the affluent, fast-paced suburbs of Washington, D.C. driven by federal government and technology employers — along with the Hampton Roads region (Virginia Beach and Norfolk) with its major military presence, and the capital at Richmond.
Who Regulates Real Estate in Virginia
Your Virginia license is issued and regulated by the Virginia Real Estate Board (VREB). Knowing how to reach the VREB — and its rules on retakes and license types — keeps your path to licensure on track.
Licensed Near Virginia? Explore Neighboring States
Real estate licenses are state-specific, so each neighboring state runs its own exam and rules. If you practice across state lines or are comparing markets, check the requirements for the states bordering Virginia. Always confirm current reciprocity and license- recognition agreements directly with the VREB.
What makes Northern Virginia a distinctive market for new agents?
Northern Virginia (Fairfax, Loudoun, and Arlington counties) is one of the highest-priced, most competitive markets in the country, fueled by federal agencies, defense contractors, and a growing data-center and tech sector. It contrasts with the military-driven Hampton Roads market and the more moderate Richmond metro.
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