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Real Estate License Exam

Washington Real Estate License Exam Requirements

90 hours of pre-licensing education. Exam administered by PSI Exams. Licensed by the Washington Department of Licensing.

Exam Details

Licensing BodyWashington Department of Licensing
Exam ProviderPSI Exams
Pre-Licensing Hours90 hours
National Questions130 questions
State Questions30 questions
National Passing Score70%
State Passing Score70%
Exam Fee$138
Application Fee$223

Key Notes for WA

90 hours pre-licensing. Washington's exam has 130 national questions — the most of any state. Fast-growing market (Seattle metro).

How to Prepare for the Washington Real Estate Exam

After completing your 90-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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