• WASHINGTON REAL ESTATE PRE-LICENSE

Get Your Washington Real Estate License

Washington requires 90 hours of pre-license education before sitting for the state exam. Complete your coursework online and launch your real estate career.

90 hours required

Updated October 19, 2026 · Official source: Washington Department of Licensing – Real Estate

Washington pre-license requirements at a glance

Eligibility
18 or older, with a high school diploma or equivalent
Education
90 hours: 60-hour Real Estate Fundamentals and 30-hour Real Estate Practices
Exam timing
Complete your exams within 2 years of finishing your courses
State exam
State and national exams through PSI; pass both within 6 months of each other
Fingerprints
After you pass, through IdentoGO in Washington
Application
Apply within 1 year of passing your final exam

Source: WA DOL: Get your license, real estate brokers

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Washington 90-Hour The Basics Package

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State-required 90-hour pre-license course with live instructor support and Pass or Don't Pay Guarantee.

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Pre-license course plus comprehensive exam prep tools including simulated exams, flashcards, and study guides.

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90-hour DOL-approved pre-license course. 100% online and self-paced.

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Getting a Washington real estate license: common questions

How many hours of pre-license education does Washington require?

90 hours of approved education: a 60-hour Real Estate Fundamentals course and a 30-hour Real Estate Practices course.

How do I register for the exam?

Your school sends your course completion records to PSI, which can take up to 7 days. PSI then emails you a link to create an account and schedule.

What if I pass one exam but not the other?

You must pass the state and national exams within 6 months of each other, or you'll have to retake both.

When do I get fingerprinted?

After you pass your exams. In Washington, schedule with IdentoGO; results can take up to 14 business days to reach DOL.

How long do I have to apply?

One year from passing your final exam. DOL emails you a link to the online application, usually within 72 hours of passing.

Source: WA DOL: Get your license, real estate brokers