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Professional Engineer
Total cost: $725
Governing Authority
Arkansas State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Professional Surveyors
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License Levels
Required
FE Exam
Required
PE Exam
4 yrs
Experience Years
30 hrs
PDH Required
$725
Total Initial Fees
Education & Degree Requirements
VerifiedDegree Required
Bachelor’s degree in engineering from ABET-accredited EAC program
ABET Accredited
Required
EAC Accreditation
Required
Minimum Education
High school diploma with 8 years of progressive engineering experience
Accepted Alternatives
Most states require a bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) program. Some states accept related degrees with additional years of experience in lieu of an ABET-accredited degree.
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Progressive Engineering Experience
Verified4 yrs
Years with Degree
8 yrs
Years without Degree
Supervision
Must work under the direct supervision of a licensed Professional Engineer
Experience Type
Progressive engineering experience demonstrating increasing responsibility and application of engineering principles
Alternative Paths
Most states require 4 years of progressive engineering experience under a licensed Professional Engineer (PE). States without degree requirements typically require 8-12 years of experience. Experience must demonstrate increasing responsibility in engineering work.
Exam Requirements
VerifiedRequired
NCEES FE Exam
Required
NCEES PE Exam
Not Required
State-Specific Exam
NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering (FE)
110
Questions
6 hrs
Time Limit
Scaled score; set by NCEES
Passing Score
$225
Exam Fee
Format: Computer-based testing (CBT) year-round at NCEES-approved Pearson VUE test centers
FE Discipline Modules
NCEES Principles and Practice of Engineering (PE)
80
Questions
8 hrs
Time Limit
Scaled score; set by NCEES
Passing Score
$400
Exam Fee
Format: Computer-based testing (CBT) at NCEES-approved Pearson VUE test centers
PE Discipline Exams
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Overall licensing difficulty: 37/100
Study recommendation: 1–2 weeks of focused review is usually sufficient
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NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering (FE)
Questions
110 questions
Passing Score
Scaled score; set by NCEES
Format
Computer-based testing (CBT) year-round at NCEES-approved Pearson VUE test centers
How long should you study? Most candidates study 2–4 weeks before taking the NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering (FE).
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Recognized Engineering Disciplines
VerifiedPrimary Disciplines
Specialty Disciplines
Industrial Exemption Available
Engineers working exclusively in manufacturing or industrial settings on products not offered directly to the public may be exempt from PE licensure requirements in Arkansas.
Engineering disciplines include Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, and many specialty areas. Some states offer an industrial exemption that allows engineers working in manufacturing or industry to practice without a PE license under certain conditions.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Application Fee | $50 |
FE Exam Fee Paid directly to NCEES | $225 |
PE Exam Fee Paid directly to NCEES | $400 |
License Fee | $50 |
Renewal Fee | $50 |
Total Initial Fees Includes application, FE exam ($225), PE exam ($400), and initial license fee ($50) | $725 |
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Renewal & PDH Requirements
Verified2 years
Renewal Period
30 hrs
PDH Required
No
Ethics PDH
CE/PDH Topics
Renewal Fee
$50
Regulatory Board
PE licenses require renewal on a regular schedule. Most states require Professional Development Hours (PDH) covering engineering topics, ethics, and laws/rules. Some states use Continuing Education Units (CEU) instead of PDH. One CEU typically equals 10 PDH.
Out-of-State Reciprocity
VerifiedAccepts Out-of-State Credentials
NCEES Comity
Accepted
Model Law Engineer
Recognized
Reciprocity Type
NCEES comity/reciprocal licensure
Transfer Details
Arkansas accepts comity applications from PEs licensed in other states who meet NCEES Model Law Engineer requirements. Additional state-specific requirements may apply.
Additional Requirements for Transfer
PE license reciprocity is facilitated through the NCEES comity process. Engineers who meet Model Law Engineer requirements may qualify for expedited licensure in other states. Most states accept NCEES Records for streamlined credential verification.
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Arkansas requires 30 PDH per biennium with 2 hours in professional ethics, and has an annual renewal cycle with relatively low fees.
Professional Seal/Stamp Required
VerifiedType: Rubber stamp or embosser with PE number, signature, and date
Digital seal: Permitted
All engineering plans, specifications, and reports prepared by or under the supervision of the licensee must bear the professional seal, signature, and date.
Arkansas requires passage of both the FE and PE exams for full licensure.
PE licensure is discipline-specific.
30 PDH required per 2 years renewal period.
Arkansas participates in NCEES comity for reciprocal licensure.
Arkansas recognizes the industrial exemption.
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Professional Engineer requirements in Arkansas verified against Arkansas State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Professional Surveyors, March 2026.
Arkansas requires the NCEES FE and PE exams for Professional Engineers. 4 years of progressive engineering experience under a licensed PE is required. All licensing is managed through the Arkansas State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Professional Surveyors.
Requirements vary by state. Always verify current requirements with your state licensing authority.