| Requirement | Georgia |
|---|---|
| Pre-license education | 75 hours |
| Exam administrator | PSI |
| License / application fee | $170 (commission website (crawled Jul 2026)) |
| Exam fee | $119 (commission website, crawled Jul 2026) |
| Regulator | Georgia Real Estate Commission (GREC) |
| Payroll-employed agents (BLS) | 9,940 |
| Agent median pay (BLS May 2025) | $46,730 |
Licensing & state law
How to become a real estate agent in Georgia
To get a Georgia real estate salesperson license you complete 75 hours of state-approved pre-license education, pass the PSI-administered exam, clear a background check and affiliate with a sponsoring broker. The Georgia Real Estate Commission (GREC) sets the rules and issues the license.
What are the requirements for a Georgia real estate license?
Georgia requires 75 hours of approved pre-license education, a passing score on the PSI salesperson exam, a background check and sponsorship by a licensed broker. The table lists each requirement, the published fees WealthyBud could source and the regulator.
What are the steps to get licensed in Georgia?
Getting licensed in Georgia takes six steps: meet eligibility, finish 75 hours of pre-license education, pass the PSI exam, clear a background check, affiliate with a sponsoring broker, then apply and activate with the Georgia Real Estate Commission (GREC).
1/ 6
Meet the basic eligibility
Be at least 18 and hold a high-school diploma or equivalent; the Georgia Real Estate Commission (GREC) lists any residency or other conditions.
2/ 6
Complete 75 hours of pre-license education
Georgia requires 75 hours from a state-approved real estate school, in a classroom or online.
3/ 6
Pass the Georgia salesperson exam
The exam is administered by PSI and covers national real estate principles plus Georgia law.
4/ 6
Clear the background check
Submit fingerprints or a criminal-history check as required by the Georgia Real Estate Commission (GREC).
5/ 6
Affiliate with a sponsoring broker
A new Georgia salesperson must work under a licensed broker before practicing.
6/ 6
Apply and activate the license
File the application and pay the license fee to the Georgia Real Estate Commission (GREC), then activate under your broker.
How much does a Georgia real estate license cost?
Georgia's published costs in WealthyBud's sources are: $170 license/application fee (commission website (crawled Jul 2026)); $119 exam fee (commission website, crawled Jul 2026). Pre-license course tuition is set by each school and is not regulated, so it is not listed. Confirm every fee with the Georgia Real Estate Commission (GREC) before applying.
How much do licensed agents earn in Georgia?
Payroll-employed real estate sales agents in Georgia earned a median of $46,730 in May 2025 (BLS); the bottom 10% earned under $30,220. See the full Georgia agent salary breakdown.
What are Georgia’s housing markets like for new agents?
WealthyBud tracks 37 Georgia housing markets. Their median listing prices have a midpoint of $289,000 as of September 2026, from $179,000 in Fitzgerald to $489,900 in Gainesville; 26 of 37 are below last year's asking price.
| Market | Median list price | YoY | Days on market | Active listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta, GA | $415,000 | 0.0% | 60 | 29,735 |
| Augusta, GA | $314,900 | -3.4% | 73 | 2,934 |
| Savannah, GA | $399,900 | -3.6% | 79 | 2,456 |
| Gainesville, GA | $489,900 | +2.2% | 63 | 1,191 |
| Athens, GA | $436,975 | -2.7% | 65 | 1,043 |
All tracked markets: Georgia housing market hub.
Georgia real estate license FAQ
How many hours of education do you need for a real estate license in Georgia?
Georgia requires 75 hours of state-approved pre-license education before the salesperson exam, according to WealthyBud's compilation of Georgia Real Estate Commission (GREC) requirements.
How much does a Georgia real estate license cost?
Published fees in WealthyBud's sources: $170 license/application fee (commission website (crawled Jul 2026)); $119 exam fee (commission website, crawled Jul 2026). Course tuition varies by school. The Georgia Real Estate Commission (GREC) publishes the current fee schedule.
Who administers the Georgia real estate exam?
PSI administers the Georgia salesperson exam.
Do you need a college degree to get a real estate license in Georgia?
No. Georgia requires pre-license education and a passing exam score, not a college degree. You must generally be 18 with a high-school diploma or equivalent.
Who regulates real estate agents in Georgia?
The Georgia Real Estate Commission (GREC) licenses and regulates Georgia real estate salespersons and brokers and is the authoritative source for current rules.
Licensing rules and fees change. Always confirm current requirements with the Georgia Real Estate Commission (GREC) before enrolling.