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How to get a real estate license in Utah. 120 pre-licensing hours required. Government fees: 238. 2-year renewal cycle. Verified 2026-04-02. Data verified 2026-04-02. Source: LicenseMap (getlicensemap.com).
Real Estate Agent
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Pre-License Hours
$238
Total Gov Fees
130
Exam Questions
4 hrs
Exam Time
Renewal Cycle
Reciprocity
CE Required
Renewal Fee
18 years old
Min. Age
Utah Division of Real Estate
Authority
⚠ Recent Changes in Utah
Take an approved Real Estate Principles and Practices course (classroom or online).
Estimated time: 3–24 weeks
Schedule at Pearson VUE. Pay $69 exam fee. Pass both National and State portions with scaled score of 70+.
Estimated time: 1–2 weeks
Apply via UtahID at utahdoc.mylicenseone.com. Upload school certificates, questionnaire, Certification of Legal Presence. Pay $157 to DRE. All uploads must be PDF format.
Estimated time: 30–60 minutes
Receive authorization from DRE (1–2 business days). Digital at Pearson VUE center (~$35) or two FD-258 cards mailed.
Estimated time: 1–7 days
DRE processes application and FBI background check.
Estimated time: ~30 days
Secure affiliation to activate license and begin practicing.
Estimated time: 1–4 weeks
| Minimum Age | 18 years old |
| Education | High school diploma, GED, or equivalent |
| Residency | Not required Non-residents may apply. Non-residents must use physical FD-258 fingerprint cards (no digital option). |
| Citizenship | US citizen or lawfully admitted resident Must submit Certification of Legal Presence. Valid SSN required. |
| Background Check | Required FBI fingerprint background check required. RAPBACK enrollment (ongoing criminal monitoring) mandatory. Two FD-258 cards or digital fingerprints at Pearson VUE center. |
| Character | Required Must demonstrate honesty, integrity, truthfulness, reputation, and competency per Utah Code 61-2f-203(1)(c). Felony within 5 years or fraud misdemeanor within 3 years may disqualify. |
| Sponsoring Broker | Required Must affiliate with a Principal Broker (Utah's term for managing/sponsoring broker) to hold an active license. |
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Education Requirements
Mostly verifiedTotal Hours Required
Provider Type
DRE-approved pre-license schools (classroom and online)
Required Courses
14–15 approved schools. Course cost typically $395–$909 depending on provider.
You can also compare approved pre-licensing schools in Utah or see our picks for the best real estate programs in Utah.
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Exam Details
Mostly verifiedExam Provider
Total Questions
130
Total Time
240 min
Format
Computer-based, multiple-choice. In-person only at Pearson VUE test centers (no remote proctoring).
Exam Sections
| Section | Questions | Time | Passing |
|---|---|---|---|
| National | 80 | min | 70% |
| State (Utah) | 50 | min | 70% |
Retake Policy
Unlimited retakes within 6-month window. Must wait 24 hours between attempts. If one section passed, retake only failed section within 6 months. If both not passed within 6 months, must retake entire exam.
Scaled score of 70 (0–100 scale, equated) on each portion. 70 scaled for sales agents (NOT 75; that's brokers). ~5 unscored pretest items per section. Both sections taken in one 4-hour sitting. Non-alphabetic calculators permitted. Test centers: Bountiful, Cedar City, Draper, Logan, Moab, Ogden, Orem, Richfield, Roosevelt, St. George.
For study strategies and what to expect on test day, see our guide to passing the real estate exam.
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| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
License Application Fee (total to DRE) Paid to: Utah DRE ⚠ Conflict: PrepAgent reports $152. Most detailed sources cite $157 with itemized breakdown ($100+$12+$40+$5). PrepAgent cites $152. May exclude RAPBACK fee or reflect older schedule. | |
Exam Fee (per attempt) Paid to: Pearson VUE | |
Fingerprinting at Test Center Paid to: Pearson VUE | |
Total Estimated Government Fees | $238 |
Use our licensing cost calculator to estimate your total investment including education and exam fees.
Budget tip: Online courses are often more affordable than in-person programs. Compare options →(affiliate link)
Compare top-rated schools: See our picks for the best real estate schools in Utah with pricing, reviews, and pass rates.
Renewal Details
Mostly verifiedRenewal Cycle
CE Hours
Renewal Fee
Deadline & Late Policy
On-time renewal is no sooner than 45 days prior to expiration date and up until 11:59 p.m. on expiration date. All CE must be completed by the 15th of the renewal month.
First Renewal Notes
All new sales agents must complete the 12-hour New Agent Course and a Division-approved 3-hour mandatory course. The remaining 3 hours may consist of any core topic or elective courses.
Utah requires ongoing RapBack enrollment ($10 each renewal) for continuous criminal monitoring. 90-day application window after passing exam. Pre-license education valid for 1 year.
Regulatory Board
For a deeper dive into CE requirements and deadlines, see our real estate license renewal guide.
Interstate Reciprocity
VerifiedHas Reciprocity
Yes
Type: Full Reciprocity (select jurisdictions)
Reciprocal States
| State | Conditions |
|---|---|
| Georgia (GA) | Full reciprocity — education and both exam portions waived. Must have active license in good standing. |
| Mississippi (MS) | Full reciprocity — education and both exam portions waived. Must have active license in good standing. |
Also has reciprocity with Alberta, Canada. Expired/inactive licenses do NOT qualify. Non-reciprocal state licensees may apply through Education Waiver process (DRE reviews case-by-case). Utah is a 'turf state' — out-of-state licensees cannot practice without a UT license.
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Real Estate Agent Schools in Utah
Compare approved training programs, costs, and requirements.
How this state compares to 48 others for this profession
Timeline
#44 of 49
Salary
#19 of 49
Cost
#23 of 49
Processing
#3 of 49
Based on May 2024 Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data for Real Estate Sales Agents (SOC 41-9022)
Entry Level
$37,170
25th percentile
Median
$55,380
-2% vs. national avg ($56,320)Experienced
$74,320
75th percentile
Wage Distribution (Annual)
5,110 employed in this state
Note: Real estate agent compensation is heavily commission-based. BLS OEWS data reflects base wages reported by employers and may undercount total earnings.
Source: BLS OEWS – Real Estate Sales Agents (May 2024)
National employment projections for 2024-2034
Projected Growth
+1.8%
Below AverageNew Jobs
+6,500
over 10 years
Annual Openings
42,900
per year (avg.)
359,300 currently employed nationwide (2024)
Source: BLS Employment Projections 2024-2034 (September 2025)
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Real Estate Agent
$55,380
Pre-licensing education (40-180 hours) + state exam
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Real Estate Agent
Pre-licensing education (40-180 hours) + state exam
$55,380
2-3 years experience + additional education + broker exam
$81,230
AQB courses + supervised experience (varies by tier)
$59,920
Salary data from BLS OEWS May 2024 for this state. Career paths represent common advancement routes — actual progression may vary. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Occupational Outlook Handbook
State Real Estate Licensing Exam — 2024-2025National rate
61%
First-time Pass Rate
National average. Varies significantly by state (e.g., CA ~44%, FL ~50-55%, TX ~56%).
Source: Colibri Real Estate / State Licensing Boards (2024)
Pass rates are approximate national averages and may vary by state, exam provider, and candidate preparation.
Government fees and exam costs to obtain your initial license
Note: These are government licensing fees only. Education/training program costs (tuition, books, etc.) are not included as they vary widely by institution.
Source: DRE — Sales Agent Licensing
Estimated total: 8–30 weeks
Timeline estimated from licensing requirements on this page.
Source: DRE — Sales Agent Licensing
~30 days
Estimated processing time
Source: DRE — Sales Agent Licensing
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Utah ranks #19 out of 51 for lowest real estate agent licensing fees ($238). See full ranking →
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