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Real Estate Agent
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To get a Arkansas real estate license in 2026, you must complete 60 hours of Arkansas Real Estate Commission (AREC)-approved pre-licensing education, pass a background check, take and pass the Pearson VUE licensing exam, and find a sponsoring broker. Most applicants finish in 8–16 weeks and spend $385.25–$736.25 including course tuition.
Pre-License Hours
$236.25
Total Gov Fees
110
Exam Questions
4 hrs
Exam Time
Renewal Cycle
Reciprocity
CE Required
Renewal Fee
18 years old
Min. Age
Arkansas Real Estate Commission (AREC)
Authority
⚠ Recent Changes in Arkansas
| Minimum Age | 18 years old |
| Education | High school diploma or equivalent |
| Residency | Not required Non-residents may obtain an Arkansas license. |
| Citizenship | US citizen or permanent resident |
| Background Check | Required Fingerprint-based background check required (FBI + AR State Police). |
| Sponsoring Broker | Required Must affiliate with an Arkansas-licensed broker. |
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| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Application Fee (with exam) Paid to: AREC ⚠ Conflict: AREC homepage announcement reports $50. Confirmed $50 for AR residents per AREC. $85 for non-residents. $160 for reciprocity (no exam). | |
Exam Fee (per attempt) Paid to: Pearson VUE | |
License Fee + Recovery Fund Paid to: AREC | |
Fingerprinting Paid to: Arkansas State Police (ASP) | |
Total Estimated Government Fees | $236.25 |
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Education Requirements
Mostly verifiedTotal Hours Required
Provider Type
Accredited postsecondary school or a school or organization licensed by AREC [ACA Sect. 17-42-303 and Commission Regulation 4.1]
Required Courses
New salesperson must complete the 18-hour AREC post-licensure course within 6 months after the date the individual was initially licensed.
See our picks for the best real estate programs in Arkansas.
Exam Details
Mostly verifiedExam Provider
Total Questions
110
Total Time
240 min
Format
PC-based electronic system, eliminates paper answer sheets. Knowledge of computers/typing not required.
Exam Sections
| Section | Questions | Time | Passing |
|---|---|---|---|
| National | 80 | 150 min | 70% |
| State (Arkansas) | 30 | 90 min | 70% |
Retake Policy
1-year authorization window. If one section passes, retake failed section within 6 months. If both fail, entire exam must be retaken. $75 per attempt.
5–10 unscored pretest questions. Scaled score of 70 required on each section. Test centers: Little Rock, Fort Smith, Texarkana, Jonesboro, Fayetteville, and others. 13 locations total.
For study strategies and what to expect on test day, see our guide to passing the real estate exam.
Take AREC-approved education (at least 30 hrs in basic principles).
Estimated time: 2–8 weeks
Register and pay $75 exam fee. Pass National (scaled 70) and State (scaled 70) sections.
Estimated time: 1–2 weeks
Submit application with $50 fee, $75 license + recovery fund fees, and background check.
Estimated time: 2–4 weeks processing
Secure a sponsoring broker to activate license.
Estimated time: 1–4 weeks
Required within 6 months of initial licensure.
Estimated time: Within 6 months
Renewal Details
Mostly verifiedRenewal Cycle
CE Hours
Renewal Fee
Deadline & Late Policy
December 31 each year.
First Renewal Notes
18-hour AREC post-licensure course must be completed within 6 months after the date the individual was initially licensed.
CE topics change annually. 2025 includes mandatory Agency Representation & Compensation course reflecting NAR settlement changes.
Regulatory Board
For a deeper dive into CE requirements and deadlines, see our real estate license renewal guide or compare deadlines across all 50 states.
See full CE requirements in Arkansas: Continuing education details →
Interstate Reciprocity
VerifiedHas Reciprocity
Yes
Type: Conditional Reciprocity
Reciprocal States
| State | Conditions |
|---|---|
| Alabama (AL) | State exam portion and Arkansas-specific requirements. |
| Colorado (CO) | State exam portion and Arkansas-specific requirements. |
| Florida (FL) | State exam portion and Arkansas-specific requirements. |
| Georgia (GA) | State exam portion and Arkansas-specific requirements. |
| Iowa (IA) | State exam portion and Arkansas-specific requirements. |
| Kansas (KS) | State exam portion and Arkansas-specific requirements. |
| Louisiana (LA) | State exam portion and Arkansas-specific requirements. |
| Mississippi (MS) | State exam portion and Arkansas-specific requirements. |
| Nebraska (NE) | State exam portion and Arkansas-specific requirements. |
| Ohio (OH) | State exam portion and Arkansas-specific requirements. |
| Oklahoma (OK) | State exam portion and Arkansas-specific requirements. |
| Pennsylvania (PA) | State exam portion and Arkansas-specific requirements. |
| South Dakota (SD) | State exam portion and Arkansas-specific requirements. |
| Washington (WA) | State exam portion and Arkansas-specific requirements. |
| West Virginia (WV) | State exam portion and Arkansas-specific requirements. |
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Reciprocal applicants generally required to pass the Arkansas state exam portion and meet Arkansas-specific requirements.
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Real Estate Agent requirements in Arkansas verified against Arkansas Real Estate Commission (AREC), April 2026.
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