.avif)
How to Get a New York Real Estate License
1. Enroll in accredited pre-licensing program
You must enroll in a state-accredited pre-licensing program to fulfill the state’s educational requirement. That’s where US Realty Training comes in. We are partnered with a leading, accredited real estate school that provides pre-licensing courses to earn your course certificates at a discount to you.
2. Earn your course certificates
After completing the pre-licensing program, you will receive your course certificates. Your certificates are proof that you have fulfilled the educational requirement and that you’re ready for the real estate exam.
3. Pass the real estate exam
Passing the real estate exam shows that you have learned and understood the necessary education to be a real estate agent. After passing, you are awarded your real estate license and can start your real estate career!
Program Pricing Options
We reviewed the best real estate licensing programs. That’s why we decided to partner with The CE Shop to provide the best online real estate courses to get your license. To join the program, click the button below. Join our partnered online real estate salesperson's courses today! To get started, click the button below. Affiliate has an agreement with to promote online course information to consumers and real estate licensees. Affiliate is not the developer of these courses and is simply providing a referral. All education is provided by The CE Shop and any questions regarding course content or course technology should be directed to The CE Shop.
(Select from 8 Available Options)
Hardcopy Book(s)-Optional Upgrade
(135 Hour DRE Requirement)
(Select from 8 Available Options)
Free Career Seminar 2/26 at 11am PT
Want to know what it's like to be a real estate agent? Join Robert Rico on Monday, February 26th at 11am PT for our FREE online Career Seminar.
You will get an insight into what this career is like, how to get started, and learn more about US Realty Training's programs. If you've thought about becoming a real estate agent, this is the best way to see if this career is right for you.
Tap the button below join now:
Live Training Locations
Type in your address or zip code to find the closest live training location to you!
Pick tab below to see online or in-person locations.
OUT OF STATE? choose a location you're interested in moving to.
See every location in California.
What's Included
Hard-copy textbooks, course videos, and live training are available as add-ons for Real Estate Practice, Principles, and Finance.
REQUIRED COURSES:
Unlimited Access for 6 months from your purchase date.
The Online Only Program is an affordable, self-paced option offering the required online coursework in order to apply for the state exam and your real estate license. These courses are prerequisites, but do not cover everything you will be tested on for the state exam. This is why we include a state exam prep which features digital flashcards and unlimited practice exams to help you pass on your first try!
Our user-friendly student portal is where you'll access your e-Books, review printable flashcards, take chapter quizzes, pass course final exams, utilize our state exam prep and so much more.
Each course includes 15 chapter videos
~Approximately 60 hours of video content UPDATED in 2025!
Unlimited Access for 6 months from your purchase date.
Video add-ons are the perfect way to get the live training experience on your own schedule. Watch recorded lectures of our trainers or our head instructor Robert Rico, whenever you want! These videos provide additional insights into critical concepts and vocabulary, and they cover commonly asked questions from past students. Add videos to your online only program or live training for the ultimate learning experience.
Videos available for:
Get the videos individually or bundle all three for a $20 discount. Tap the enroll button to get the videos today.
Need to miss a live training session? No problem! Pre-recorded chapter videos are available for purchase directly through your student portal.
This is our flagship training that puts you in an in-person or webinar classroom where you learn directly from an expert trainer, meet student peers, and learn from the best training curriculum in the state.
If you prefer a classroom experience, this is the program for you. Ask your questions in real time and get valuable answers.
Here's how the live training program works:
The Live Training + Online Program gives you the state-mandated textbook material plus supplemental* training to prepare you for a successful career in real estate. This 3-month program includes live instruction (Webinar or In-Person) and online coursework for the following REQUIRED COURSES:
These courses are prerequisites, but do not cover everything you'll be tested on for the state exam. This is why we include a state exam prep which features digital flashcards and unlimited practice exams to help you pass on your first try!
FREQUENCY OF TRAINING -- (How many classes are included?)
If you choose weekdays - 2 times a week (6 two-hour sessions a month)
If you choose Saturdays - once a week (3 four-hour sessions a month)
Classes are held for the first 3 weeks of each month, and the 4th week you will have off to take the quizzes and complete the course final exam online.
DURATION OF CLASSES -- (How long do I have access to the classes?)
You will receive 3 consecutive months of training. You will cover 1 course a month. Concurrently, you receive 6 months of online access to the courses to read the e-Books, take chapter quizzes, and pass the course final exams. Keep in mind, the chapter quizzes and course exams are OPEN BOOK!
IN-PERSON TRAINING SCHEDULE
Varies depending on the location. Click the link above to check out the current list of in-person locations!
WEBINAR TRAINING SCHEDULE
• Mondays & Wednesdays: 10AM-12PM or 7PM-9PM PT
• Tuesdays & Thursdays: 11AM-1PM, 6PM-8PM or 7PM-9PM PT
• Saturdays: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM PT
*Supplemental Training is optional to the required online material and does not cover every topic in all 3 textbooks. This training, led by experienced realtors, will help you understand the important vocabulary and concepts from the textbooks, show you how they apply to day-to-day situations as an agent, and get your questions answered while networking with fellow classmates.
What to Expect
In New York, you must complete a 77-hour pre-license course approved by the New York Department of State before applying for a real estate license. We've partnered with a company to provide online pre-licensing courses that include chapter quizzes and a final exam, with opportunities for retakes if needed.
Topics included in the course:
- License Law and Regulations
- Law of Agency
- Legal Issues in Real Estate (Estates, Interests, Liens, Easements)
- Contracts of Sale and Leases
- Real Estate Finance
- Property Valuation and Appraisal
- Human Rights and Fair Housing
- Commercial and Investment Real Estate
- Property Management
FAQs About Getting a Real Estate License in New York
To make the process easier, here are the most common questions we get from students becoming agents about what it takes to get licensed and start a career in real estate.
- 77-hour pre-license course: varies by school
- State exam fee: $15
- License application fee: $65
- Optional exam prep materials: $50 - $100
The timeline depends mostly on how quickly you complete the 77-hour course, pass the exam, find a sponsoring broker, and submit your application. New York’s official requirements do not set a fixed statewide completion timeline for the full process, so the biggest variables are your education pace and exam scheduling.
You can complete part of the New York licensing process online, but not the entire process from start to finish online. You can create an eAccessNY account, schedule the state exam, and submit your license application online. But you still must complete the required 77-hour qualifying course, pass the state exam, and have a New York licensed broker sponsor your application before your salesperson license can be issued.
New York does not currently have reciprocity with any other state. However, if you completed qualifying education outside New York, the Department of State says you may submit a written waiver request for review.
Possibly. New York says that if you completed real estate education outside New York, you may submit a written waiver request to have it reviewed instead of automatically retaking the full New York course.
To request the waiver, you must provide proof of course completion, a detailed outline showing the topics covered and hours completed, and a course description. New York also notes that home-study/correspondence courses are not accepted for this waiver review.
New York real estate licenses renew every two years. Most licensees must complete 22.5 hours of continuing education during each renewal cycle, including training in Fair Housing and/or implicit bias. The salesperson renewal fee is $65, the same fee increase the Department of State says applies to both initial and renewal applications.
Yes. New York requires salesperson applicants to be sponsored by a New York licensed real estate broker before the license can be issued.
Before becoming a real estate agent, it’s essential to understand that real estate is a highly competitive industry.
You’ll need to be prepared to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to accommodate clients’ schedules.
Networking and self-promotion are critical to building your business, so having strong communication skills and a willingness to continuously learn will be invaluable.
Office Hours
Monday - Friday, 9:30am-5:00pm (PST)
Admissions:
Enroll@USRealtyTraining.com
Student Services:
Support@USRealtyTraining.com
Phone: 888.317.8740
US Realty Training
12130 Millennium Drive, Suite 300
Los Angeles, CA 90094
© 2026 US Realty Training. All Rights Reserved.