| Requirement | Pennsylvania |
|---|---|
| Pre-license education | 75 hours |
| Exam administrator | Pearson VUE |
| License / application fee | $97 (commission website (crawled Jul 2026)) |
| Exam fee | n/a |
| Regulator | Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission |
| Payroll-employed agents (BLS) | 5,510 |
| Agent median pay (BLS May 2025) | $56,040 |
Licensing & state law
How to become a real estate agent in Pennsylvania
To get a Pennsylvania real estate salesperson license you complete 75 hours of state-approved pre-license education, pass the Pearson VUE-administered exam, clear a background check and affiliate with a sponsoring broker. The Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission sets the rules and issues the license.
What are the requirements for a Pennsylvania real estate license?
Pennsylvania requires 75 hours of approved pre-license education, a passing score on the Pearson VUE 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 Pennsylvania?
Getting licensed in Pennsylvania takes six steps: meet eligibility, finish 75 hours of pre-license education, pass the Pearson VUE exam, clear a background check, affiliate with a sponsoring broker, then apply and activate with the Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission.
1/ 6
Meet the basic eligibility
Be at least 18 and hold a high-school diploma or equivalent; the Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission lists any residency or other conditions.
2/ 6
Complete 75 hours of pre-license education
Pennsylvania requires 75 hours from a state-approved real estate school, in a classroom or online.
3/ 6
Pass the Pennsylvania salesperson exam
The exam is administered by Pearson VUE and covers national real estate principles plus Pennsylvania law.
4/ 6
Clear the background check
Submit fingerprints or a criminal-history check as required by the Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission.
5/ 6
Affiliate with a sponsoring broker
A new Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission, then activate under your broker.
How much does a Pennsylvania real estate license cost?
Pennsylvania's published costs in WealthyBud's sources are: $97 license/application fee (commission website (crawled Jul 2026)); exam fee: n/a. Pre-license course tuition is set by each school and is not regulated, so it is not listed. Confirm every fee with the Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission before applying.
How much do licensed agents earn in Pennsylvania?
Payroll-employed real estate sales agents in Pennsylvania earned a median of $56,040 in May 2025 (BLS); the bottom 10% earned under $31,500. See the full Pennsylvania agent salary breakdown.
What are Pennsylvania’s housing markets like for new agents?
WealthyBud tracks 36 Pennsylvania housing markets. Their median listing prices have a midpoint of $239,956 as of September 2026, from $119,975 in Johnstown to $427,000 in Gettysburg; 16 of 36 are below last year's asking price.
| Market | Median list price | YoY | Days on market | Active listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia, PA | $374,950 | -2.6% | 49 | 13,756 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $245,000 | -3.9% | 54 | 6,539 |
| Allentown, PA | $412,225 | +3.1% | 40 | 1,531 |
| Scranton, PA | $271,500 | +3.6% | 48 | 1,180 |
| East Stroudsburg, PA | $377,000 | +1.2% | 65 | 1,029 |
All tracked markets: Pennsylvania housing market hub.
Pennsylvania real estate license FAQ
How many hours of education do you need for a real estate license in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania requires 75 hours of state-approved pre-license education before the salesperson exam, according to WealthyBud's compilation of Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission requirements.
How much does a Pennsylvania real estate license cost?
Published fees in WealthyBud's sources: $97 license/application fee (commission website (crawled Jul 2026)); exam fee: n/a. Course tuition varies by school. The Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission publishes the current fee schedule.
Who administers the Pennsylvania real estate exam?
Pearson VUE administers the Pennsylvania salesperson exam.
Do you need a college degree to get a real estate license in Pennsylvania?
No. Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?
The Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission licenses and regulates Pennsylvania real estate salespersons and brokers and is the authoritative source for current rules.
Licensing rules and fees change. Always confirm current requirements with the Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission before enrolling.