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Real Estate Exam Prep / Washington DC

Real Estate License Exam

Washington DC Real Estate License Exam Requirements

60 hours of pre-licensing education. Exam administered by PSI Exams. Licensed by the DC Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs.

Exam Details

Licensing BodyDC Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs
Exam ProviderPSI Exams
Pre-Licensing Hours60 hours
National Questions80 questions
State Questions30 questions
National Passing Score75%
State Passing Score75%
Exam Fee$75
Application Fee$240

Key Notes for DC

DC operates independently from Maryland and Virginia. Unique condo and cooperative housing law is heavily tested.

How to Prepare for the Washington DC Real Estate Exam

After completing your 60-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 Washington DC 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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