Real Estate Exam Prep / Texas
Real Estate License Exam
Texas Real Estate License Exam Requirements
180 hours of pre-licensing education. Exam administered by Pearson VUE. Licensed by the Texas Real Estate Commission.
Exam Details
Key Notes for TX
Texas requires 180 hours across 6 mandatory courses — the highest in the US. TREC uses a unique raw score passing system. One of the hardest licensing processes in the country.
How to Prepare for the Texas Real Estate Exam
After completing your 180-hour pre-licensing course, dedicate 2–3 weeks to exam-specific practice before scheduling your Pearson VUE 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.