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Real Estate Agent
Governing Authority
Kansas Real Estate Commission (KREC) — site header reads 'KS Real Estate Commission'
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To get a Kansas real estate license in 2026, you must complete 60 hours of Kansas Real Estate Commission (KREC) — site header reads 'KS Real Estate Commission'-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 $526–$877 including course tuition.
Pre-License Hours
$377
Total Gov Fees
120
Exam Questions
4 hrs
Exam Time
Renewal Cycle
Reciprocity
CE Required
Renewal Fee
18 years old
Min. Age
KREC
Authority
⚠ Recent Changes in Kansas
| Minimum Age | 18 years old |
| Education | High school diploma or equivalent |
| Residency | Not required Non-residents may obtain a Kansas license. |
| Citizenship | US citizen or permanent resident |
| Background Check | Required KBI/FBI criminal background check. $70 fee. Valid for 6 months. |
| Sponsoring Broker | Required Must affiliate with a Kansas real estate broker within 6 months of passing exam. |
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| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Application Fee Paid to: KREC | |
Exam Fee (initial) Paid to: Pearson VUE | |
Background Check (KBI/FBI) Paid to: KBI | |
License Fee Paid to: KREC | |
Fingerprinting Paid to: State/vendor | |
Total Estimated Government Fees | $377 |
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Education Requirements
Mostly verifiedTotal Hours Required
Provider Type
KREC-accredited education providers
Required Courses
Principles of Real Estate certificate expires after 12 months.
See our picks for the best real estate programs in Kansas.
Exam Details
Mostly verifiedExam Provider
Total Questions
120
Total Time
240 min
Format
Computer-based, multiple-choice. In-person at Pearson VUE test centers.
Exam Sections
| Section | Questions | Time | Passing |
|---|---|---|---|
| National | 80 | 150 min | 70% |
| State (Kansas) | 40 | 90 min | 70% |
Retake Policy
May retake failed sections after 24-hour wait. Only failed section must be retaken. Must submit license application within 6 months of passing first section. $75 per retake.
9 test centers in KS/MO: Hays, Overland Park, Topeka, Kansas City (MO), Emporia, Fort Riley, Garden City, Pittsburg, Salina. Pass rate approximately 64%.
For study strategies and what to expect on test day, see our guide to passing the real estate exam.
Take a KREC-accredited Principles course. Certificate valid for 12 months.
Estimated time: 2–4 weeks
Register and pay $82 exam fee. Pass both National (70%) and State (70%) sections.
Estimated time: 1–2 weeks
Take the KREC-accredited Kansas Practice Course.
Estimated time: 2–4 weeks
Complete KBI/FBI fingerprint-based background check ($70). Valid for 6 months.
Estimated time: 2–4 weeks
Submit application with $15 app fee + $125 license fee. Must be within 6 months of passing exam.
Estimated time: 1–4 weeks
Renewal Details
Mostly verifiedRenewal Cycle
CE Hours
Renewal Fee
Deadline & Late Policy
Renewal window opens 45 days before expiration. $100 late fee after expiration. License forfeited after 6 months expired.
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 Kansas: Continuing education details →
Interstate Reciprocity
VerifiedHas Reciprocity
No
Type: No Reciprocity (Case-by-Case Equivalency)
Kansas reviews out-of-state licenses on a case-by-case basis for equivalency. No list of formal reciprocal states. All applicants from other states must meet Kansas requirements.
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Official Sources
Real Estate Agent requirements in Kansas verified against Kansas Real Estate Commission (KREC) — site header reads 'KS Real Estate Commission', April 2026.
All data on this page was verified against the following official sources. Last verified: 2026-04-02.
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