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Real Estate License Exam

North Carolina Real Estate License Exam Requirements

75 hours of pre-licensing education. Exam administered by PSI Exams. Licensed by the North Carolina Real Estate Commission.

Exam Details

Licensing BodyNorth Carolina Real Estate Commission
Exam ProviderPSI Exams
Pre-Licensing Hours75 hours
National Questions80 questions
State Questions40 questions
National Passing Score71%
State Passing Score29%
Exam Fee$64
Application Fee$100

Key Notes for NC

North Carolina issues a 'Provisional Broker' license initially. Must complete 90 additional hours of post-license education (3 courses) within 18 months.

How to Prepare for the North Carolina Real Estate Exam

After completing your 75-hour pre-licensing course, dedicate 2–3 weeks to exam-specific practice before scheduling your PSI Exams appointment. Focus on the topics most commonly missed: commission and proration calculations, agency law (fiduciary duties, dual agency rules), Fair Housing Act protected classes, and contract law (offer, acceptance, consideration, contingencies). The Real Estate Prep app includes 600+ practice questions organized by topic — study on your commute, then test your readiness before booking your state exam.

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