Get Your Maryland Real Estate License
Complete 60 hours of pre-license education approved by the Maryland Real Estate Commission, pass the state exam, and activate your salesperson license under a sponsoring broker.
60 hours required
Maryland pre-license requirements at a glance
- Eligibility
- 18 or older and of good character and reputation
- Education
- 60-hour salesperson pre-licensing course from an approved provider
- State exam
- National and state portions, given by PSI
- Exam timing
- Pass both portions within 1 year of finishing your course
- Affiliation
- An active license requires affiliation with a Maryland broker
- Deadline
- Apply within 1 year of passing, or your score expires
Source: MREC: Licensing FAQs · PSI: Maryland Real Estate Candidate Information Bulletin
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Getting a Maryland real estate license: common questions
How many hours of pre-license education does Maryland require?
A 60-hour salesperson pre-licensing course from a Commission-approved education provider.
What happens after I pass the exam?
Within 5 to 7 business days you'll get an email with your registration/license number and steps to apply online.
Do I need a broker to get licensed?
For an active license, yes; you need your intended broker's registration number. You can request an inactive license without affiliation, but you can't perform licensed activities.
How long do I have to apply after passing?
One year. After that your exam score expires.
Source: MREC: Licensing FAQs · PSI: Maryland Real Estate Candidate Information Bulletin