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How to become a licensed land surveyor in Kansas. NCEES FS exam required. NCEES PS exam required. Experience: 4 years. Total initial fees: $780. Verified 2026-03-21. Data verified 2026-03-21. Source: LicenseMap (getlicensemap.com).
Land Surveyor
2 levels
License Levels
Required
FS Exam
Required
PS Exam
4 yrs
Experience Years
30 hrs
CE Hours
$780
Total Initial Fees
Official Title
Surveyor Intern (SI)
Requirements
Pass NCEES Fundamentals of Surveying (FS) exam; meet education requirements
Exam Required
Yes
Additional Requirements
Official Title
Professional Land Surveyor (PLS)
Requirements
Pass NCEES PS exam; 4 years of progressive experience under licensed surveyor; pass state-specific exam
Exam Required
Yes
Additional Requirements
Education & Degree Requirements
VerifiedDegree Required
Bachelor's degree in surveying or related field
ABET Accredited
Not Required
Minimum Education
High school diploma with 8 years experience
Accepted Alternatives
Most states require a degree in surveying, geomatics, or a related field from an ABET-accredited program. Some states allow additional experience in lieu of a degree.
Experience Under Licensed Surveyor
Verified4 yrs
Years with Degree
8 yrs
Years without Degree
Supervision
Must work under the direct supervision of a licensed Professional Land Surveyor
Experience Type
Progressive surveying experience including boundary surveys, geodetic surveys, and/or construction surveys
Alternative Paths
Most states require progressive surveying experience under a licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS). States with degree requirements typically need fewer experience years.
Exam Requirements
VerifiedRequired
NCEES FS Exam
Required
NCEES PS Exam
Required
State-Specific Exam
NCEES Fundamentals of Surveying (FS)
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 centers
NCEES Principles and Practice of Surveying (PS)
100
Questions
8 hrs
Time Limit
Scaled score; set by NCEES
Passing Score
$375
Exam Fee
Format: Computer-based testing (CBT) year-round at Pearson VUE
State-Specific Exam: Kansas State-Specific Surveying Exam
Format: Multiple choice and/or written
Fee: $50
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Application Fee | $50 |
FS Exam Fee Paid directly to NCEES | $225 |
PS Exam Fee Paid directly to NCEES | $375 |
State Exam Fee | $50 |
License Fee | $80 |
Renewal Fee | $80 |
Total Initial Fees Includes application, FS exam ($225), PS exam ($375), state exam ($50), license fee ($80) | $780 |
Renewal & CE/PDH Requirements
Verified2 years
Renewal Period
30 hrs
CE Hours Required
Yes
PDH Required
CE Topics
Renewal Fee
$80
Regulatory Board
Land surveyor licenses must be renewed on schedule. Most states require continuing education or professional development hours (PDH) covering surveying standards, legal updates, and technical advancements.
Out-of-State Reciprocity
VerifiedAccepts Out-of-State Credentials
NCEES Comity
Accepted
Model Law Surveyor
Recognized
Reciprocity Type
NCEES comity/reciprocal licensure
Transfer Details
Kansas accepts comity applications from surveyors licensed in other states who meet NCEES Model Law Surveyor requirements. Additional state-specific requirements may apply.
Additional Requirements for Transfer
Land surveyor license reciprocity is often facilitated through the NCEES comity process. Surveyors who meet Model Law Surveyor requirements may qualify for expedited licensure in other states.
Stamp/Seal Requirements
VerifiedProfessional Stamp/Seal Required
Seal Type
Rubber stamp or embosser with signature
Details
All survey plats, maps, and legal descriptions prepared by or under the supervision of the licensee must bear the professional seal, signature, and date.
Licensed Professional Land Surveyors are typically required to affix their professional stamp or seal to all surveying documents, plats, and legal descriptions they prepare.
Kansas administers surveyor licensing through the Board of Technical Professions, which also oversees engineers, architects, geologists, and other technical professionals.
State Minimum Technical Standards Apply
Reference: Kansas Administrative Regulations 66-6-1 through 66-6-6
Kansas has adopted minimum technical standards for land surveys that licensees must follow. These standards address boundary surveys, subdivisions, ALTA/NSPS surveys, and other survey types performed within the state.
Kansas uses a multi-discipline Board of Technical Professions.
15 PDH required annually.
Kansas recognizes NCEES comity.
Relatively low fees.
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How this state compares to 50 others for this profession
Timeline
#1 of 51
Salary
#28 of 51
Cost
#14 of 51
Processing
#1 of 51
Based on May 2024 Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data for Surveyors (SOC 17-1022)
Entry Level
$59,900
25th percentile
Median
$70,820
-3% vs. national avg ($72,740)Experienced
$84,630
75th percentile
Wage Distribution (Annual)
400 employed in this state
Source: BLS OEWS – Surveyors (May 2024)
National employment projections for 2024-2034
Projected Growth
+3.9%
Average GrowthNew Jobs
+1,800
over 10 years
Annual Openings
3,500
per year (avg.)
47,600 currently employed nationwide (2024)
Source: BLS Employment Projections 2024-2034 (September 2025)
Government fees and exam costs to obtain your initial license
Note: These are government licensing fees only. Education/training program costs (tuition, books, etc.) are not included as they vary widely by institution.
Estimated total: 420–450 weeks
Timeline estimated from licensing requirements on this page.
Source: Board of Technical Professions — Licensing Requirements
4–8 weeks
Estimated processing time
Source: Board of Technical Professions — Licensing Requirements
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Kansas requires the NCEES FS and PS exams for Professional Land Surveyors. 4 years of experience under a licensed PLS is required. All licensing is managed through the Board of Technical Professions.
Requirements vary by state. Always verify current requirements with your state licensing authority.