Get Your Maine Real Estate License
Complete 55 hours of pre-license education approved by the Maine Real Estate Commission, pass the state exam, and activate your salesperson license under a sponsoring broker.
55 hours required
Maine pre-license requirements at a glance
- Eligibility
- 18 or older at application, with a high school diploma or equivalent
- Education
- The Sales Agent course, with a final grade of 75% or higher
- State exam
- Pearson VUE, 75% or higher, within 1 year of passing the course
- Application
- Within 1 year of passing the exam
- Fees
- $100 application/license fee plus $21 criminal records check
- Term
- 2 years, non-renewable
Compare Maine Pre-License Courses
Maine 55-Hour The Basics
55 Hours
State-required 55-hour pre-license course with live instructor support.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- 55-hour state-approved course
- Live instructor support
Maine 55-Hour Exam Preparation
55 Hours
55-hour course with exam prep and Pass or Don't Pay Guarantee.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- 55-hour state-approved course
- Simulated exams
- Flashcards
- Readiness Assessment
- Pass or Don't Pay Guarantee
Maine 55-Hour Exam Preparation Plus
55 Hours
All prep tools plus exclusive instructor-led Q&A.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- 55-hour state-approved course
- Simulated exams
- Flashcards
- Readiness Assessment
- Instructor Q&A
- Exam Cram Webinars
- Pass or Don't Pay Guarantee
Maine 55-Hour Ultimate Learning
55 Hours
Everything included plus printed textbook and career-launch resources.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- 55-hour state-approved course
- Simulated exams
- Flashcards
- Readiness Assessment
- Instructor Q&A
- Exam Cram Webinars
- Printed Textbook
- Career Booster Pack
- Pass or Don't Pay Guarantee
55-Hr. ME Sales Pre-Licensing Course Only Package
55 Hours
55-Hr. ME Sales Pre-Licensing Standard Package
55 Hours
55-Hr. ME Sales Pre-Licensing Value Package
55 Hours
Getting a Maine real estate license: common questions
What education does a Maine sales agent need?
The Commission-approved Sales Agent course, completed with a final grade of at least 75%.
How long do I have to take the exam?
Pass the Pearson VUE sales agent exam with 75% or higher within one year of passing the course, then apply within one year of passing the exam.
How much does it cost?
A $100 application and license fee plus a $21 criminal records check fee.
How long is the sales agent license good for?
Two years, and it can't be renewed. You'll move up to an associate broker license to keep working.