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Real Estate Exam Prep / South Dakota

Real Estate License Exam

South Dakota Real Estate License Exam Requirements

116 hours of pre-licensing education. Exam administered by PSI Exams. Licensed by the South Dakota Real Estate Commission.

Exam Details

Licensing BodySouth Dakota Real Estate Commission
Exam ProviderPSI Exams
Pre-Licensing Hours116 hours
National Questions80 questions
State Questions40 questions
National Passing Score70%
State Passing Score70%
Exam Fee$80
Application Fee$225

Key Notes for SD

116 hours pre-licensing. Agricultural property is a major market segment tested on the state exam.

How to Prepare for the South Dakota Real Estate Exam

After completing your 116-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). VoltExam lets you start practice in the browser, review explanations by topic, and test your readiness before booking your state exam.

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Practice for the South Dakota real estate exam

Use this state guide to plan your licensing steps, then drill national and state real estate topics in your browser with calculator tools. Web access and native app purchases are separate.

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