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Real Estate Agent
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To get a Minnesota real estate license in 2026, you must complete 90 hours of Minnesota Department of Commerce-approved pre-licensing education, pass a background check, take and pass the PSI licensing exam, and find a sponsoring broker. Most applicants finish in 8–16 weeks and spend $364–$715 including course tuition.
Pre-License Hours
$215
Total Gov Fees
120
Exam Questions
4 hrs
Exam Time
Renewal Cycle
Reciprocity
CE Required
Renewal Fee
18 years old
Min. Age
Minnesota Department of Commerce
Authority
⚠ Recent Changes in Minnesota
| Minimum Age | 18 years old |
| Education | No high school diploma explicitly required Must complete the 90-hour pre-licensing education. No separate HS diploma requirement in statute. |
| Residency | Not required Non-residents may obtain a license. |
| Citizenship | US citizen or lawfully admitted alien Per MN Statute Chapter 82. |
| Background Check | Required Fingerprint-based via BCA (Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension) + FBI check. Cost: ~$42–$46. |
| Sponsoring Broker | Required Broker must submit the license application on the candidate's behalf via the Pulse Portal. |
Not sure if you need a real estate license? Check whether your state requires one.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Application Fee Paid to: MN Department of Commerce | |
Exam Fee (combined, per attempt) Paid to: PSI Services | |
Fingerprinting / Background Check Paid to: BCA / IdentoGO | |
Total Estimated Government Fees | $215 |
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Education Requirements
Mostly verifiedTotal Hours Required
Provider Type
MN DOC-approved real estate schools (classroom, online, and hybrid)
Required Courses
Course cost typically $300–$600 depending on provider. Topics per MN Statute 82.60.
See our picks for the best real estate programs in Minnesota.
Exam Details
VerifiedExam Provider
Total Questions
120
Total Time
240 min
Format
Computer-based, multiple-choice. Available in-person at PSI test centers or via online remote proctoring.
Exam Sections
| Section | Questions | Time | Passing |
|---|---|---|---|
| National | 80 | 150 min | 75% |
| State (Minnesota) | 40 | 90 min | 75% |
Retake Policy
Unlimited retakes. 24-hour wait between attempts. $39 per single-section retake (unverified — may be $63 per attempt). Only failed section needs retaking.
5–10 unscored pretest questions dispersed throughout. Higher 75% passing threshold on both sections. 9 MN test centers: Blaine, Brainerd, Duluth, Eagan, Mankato, Rochester, St. Paul, Willmar, Woodbury. Remote proctoring available.
For study strategies and what to expect on test day, see our guide to passing the real estate exam.
Take a DOC-approved 30-hour Course I. Must be completed before sitting for the exam.
Estimated time: 1–4 weeks
Register at test-takers.psiexams.com/mnre. Pay $63 exam fee. Pass both National (60/80 = 75%) and State (30/40 = 75%) sections.
Estimated time: 1–3 weeks
Complete the remaining two 30-hour courses before submitting your license application.
Estimated time: 2–6 weeks
Schedule fingerprinting. BCA + FBI check. Cost: ~$42–$46.
Estimated time: 1–3 weeks
Secure affiliation with a licensed Minnesota broker. Broker submits application on your behalf.
Estimated time: 1–4 weeks
Sponsoring broker submits application via pulseportal.com. Pay $110 application fee.
Estimated time: 1–3 weeks processing
Renewal Details
Mostly verifiedRenewal Cycle
CE Hours
Renewal Fee
Deadline & Late Policy
CE hours due by June 15; license renewal deadline June 30 of even-numbered years for salespersons
First Renewal Notes
No CE due at first June 15/30 after initial issuance. Standard 30-hour requirement begins with next full cycle.
CE must include Required Module (changes each cycle). Late renewal results in license lapse.
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 Minnesota: Continuing education details →
Interstate Reciprocity
VerifiedHas Reciprocity
Yes
Type: Full Reciprocity (select states)
Reciprocal States
| State | Conditions |
|---|---|
| Colorado (CO) | Full reciprocity — no additional education or exam required. |
| Iowa (IA) | Full reciprocity — no additional education or exam required. |
| Nebraska (NE) | Full reciprocity — no additional education or exam required. |
| North Dakota (ND) | Full reciprocity — no additional education or exam required. |
| Oklahoma (OK) | Full reciprocity — no additional education or exam required. |
| South Dakota (SD) | Full reciprocity — no additional education or exam required. |
Wisconsin has limited reciprocity for brokers only (13-hour course + state broker exam). All other states: must complete full MN requirements.
Moving to another state? Use our Transfer Tool to see what you need →
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Real Estate Agent Schools in Minnesota
Compare approved training programs, costs, and requirements.
Official Sources
Real Estate Agent requirements in Minnesota verified against Minnesota Department of Commerce, April 2026.
All data on this page was verified against the following official sources. Last verified: 2026-04-02.
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