What is the passing score for the Florida real estate exam?

You need to answer at least 75 out of 100 questions correctly to pass the Florida Real Estate Sales Associate exam. Every question is weighted equally, so no single question counts more than another.

Do I need to complete the 63-hour course before taking the Florida real estate exam?

Yes, you must complete a state-approved 63-hour pre-license course and pass the end-of-course exam before you can sit for the Florida state licensing exam. Your course completion certificate is required before Pearson VUE will allow you to schedule your exam.

What are the eligibility requirements to take the Florida real estate exam?

To be eligible, you must be at least 18 years old, hold a high school diploma or equivalent, possess a U.S. Social Security number, submit electronic fingerprints through a Florida-approved Livescan vendor, and complete the 63-hour pre-license course. You must also submit a DBPR application, which currently costs $83.75.

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Q: Where is the Florida Real Estate Sales Associate exam administered?

The exam is administered in person at a physical Pearson VUE test center. Remote or online proctoring is not available for this exam. The Pearson VUE exam fee is $36.75 each time you schedule, including retakes.

Everything you need to know about the Florida Real Estate Sales Associate exam: eligibility, format, topics, passing score, and how to register with Pearson VUE.

The Florida Real Estate Sales Associate exam consists of 100 multiple-choice questions, requires a passing score of at least 75 correct answers, and must be taken in person at a Pearson VUE test center. Understanding exactly what to expect before you register saves time, money, and stress.

Quick Answer

The Florida Real Estate Sales Associate exam is a 100-question, 3.5-hour multiple-choice test administered in person at a Pearson VUE test center. You need to answer at least 75 questions correctly to pass, and you must complete the 63-hour pre-license course before you can sit for the exam.

Who Is Eligible to Take the Exam

Before you can schedule the exam, you must meet Florida's baseline eligibility requirements under Chapter 475, F.S. The requirements are straightforward:

You must be at least 18 years old.
You must hold a high school diploma or its equivalent.
You must possess a U.S. Social Security number.
You must submit electronic fingerprints through a Florida-approved Livescan vendor as part of the background check process.
You must complete the 63-hour pre-license course and pass the end-of-course exam to receive your course completion certificate.

The DBPR application (which currently carries a fee of $83.75) can be submitted before, during, or after the 63-hour course. However, your course must be finished and your completion certificate in hand before you can sit for the state licensing exam. Under Florida Statute §475.181, the application expires two years from the date it is received if you have not passed the appropriate examination. Separately, if you do not pass the examination within two years after successfully completing the pre-license course, the course completion becomes invalid for licensure.

The 63-Hour Pre-License Course

Florida law requires sales associate candidates to complete a 63-hour pre-license course from a state-approved real estate school. The course covers both general real estate principles and Florida-specific law, including brokerage relationships, contracts, finance, and license law. At the conclusion of the course, you must pass the school's end-of-course exam before you receive your course completion certificate. You must successfully complete the 63-hour course and its required end-of-course exam before taking the state licensing examination.

Use your time in the course to build a strong foundation in the concepts that appear on the state exam. Topics like the 19 exam topic areas are introduced in the course, and supplementing your reading with practice questions from the start accelerates retention significantly.

Exam Format and Structure

The Florida Real Estate Sales Associate licensing exam has the following format:

Number of questions: 100 multiple-choice questions
Time limit: 3.5 hours
Passing score: 75 or more correct answers out of 100
Question weighting: Every question counts equally. No question is worth more than any other.
Testing format: In person at a physical Pearson VUE test center. Remote or online proctoring is not available for this exam.

A exam fee is paid to Pearson VUE at the time of registration. Check pearsonvue.com for the current amount, as fees can change.

What the Exam Covers

The exam covers both general real estate principles and Florida-specific law, including brokerage relationships, license law, contracts, finance, and real estate calculations. A full breakdown of all 19 exam topic areas is available in AhaPrep's dedicated guide, but a few areas deserve particular attention during your preparation:

Brokerage Relationships

Florida law (Section 475.278, F.S.) recognizes three brokerage relationship types: single agent, transaction broker, and no brokerage relationship. The default relationship in Florida is transaction broker, which is presumed unless a different relationship is disclosed in writing. Under a transaction broker relationship, the broker owes limited confidentiality and must not disclose a seller's motivation to sell, a buyer's motivation to buy, or that either party would accept less or pay more than their stated price. Single agent disclosure must be made before or at the time of entering into a listing or buyer representation agreement. Disclosure of the brokerage relationship must occur before showing property.

Brokerage relationship questions appear consistently on the exam. Make sure you understand not just the definitions but the specific duties owed under each relationship type.

Escrow Rules

Escrow handling timelines are a tested area that trips up many candidates. Under FREC Rule 61J2-14.008:

A sales associate must deliver a deposit to the broker by the end of the next business day after receipt.
The broker must deposit funds into escrow within 3 business days of receiving them from the sales associate.
If conflicting demands arise, the broker must notify FREC within 15 business days of receiving conflicting demands or becoming aware of the dispute.
After notifying FREC, the broker has 30 days to resolve the dispute through mediation, arbitration, interpleader, or an escrow disbursement order (EDO).

Real Estate Math

The exam includes calculation questions covering documentary stamp taxes, prorations, mortgage math, commission splits, and more. Documentary stamp tax on deeds is $0.70 per $100 of consideration (or fraction thereof), with a Miami-Dade County exception of $0.60 per $100 plus a $0.45 surtax (the surtax does not apply to documents transferring a single-family residence). Documentary stamp tax on promissory notes and mortgages is $0.35 per $100. The intangible tax on new mortgages is $0.002 per $1 (0.2%). AhaPrep's formula sheet covers every calculation type you are likely to encounter.

Fair Housing

The federal Fair Housing Act protects seven classes: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, and familial status. Florida's housing discrimination protections under Chapter 760, F.S., use the same seven protected classes. Prohibited practices include steering, blockbusting, and redlining.

Florida-Specific Law

Questions on FREC composition, license renewal requirements, and condominium rescission rights are common. Key facts to know include:

FREC has 7 members: 4 brokers with at least 5 years of active licensure, 1 licensee (broker or sales associate) with at least 2 years of active licensure, and 2 consumer members who have never held a real estate license. All members are appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Senate.
Condominium buyers purchasing from a developer have 15 calendar days to rescind after signing or receiving required documents, whichever is later. For condominium resales, the cancellation period is 7 days under Florida's amended condominium statute (effective July 1, 2025).
After your first license renewal, continuing education requires 14 hours every 2 years, broken down as 3 hours Core Law, 3 hours Ethics and Business Practices, and 8 hours Specialty Education.

Reviewing unfamiliar terms before the exam using AhaPrep's glossary helps you avoid losing points on vocabulary-based questions.

How to Register for the Exam

Once your DBPR application is approved and your 63-hour course is complete, registration is handled entirely through Pearson VUE. You can schedule online at pearsonvue.com or by phone. You will need to select a physical test center location in Florida. When you arrive on exam day, bring valid, government-issued photo identification. A exam fee is paid to Pearson VUE at the time of registration — check pearsonvue.com for the current amount.

If you do not pass on your first attempt, you may retake the exam. Under §475.181, the application is valid for two years from the date received, so you have time to prepare and reschedule without reapplying as long as you test within that window. Note that your course completion also becomes invalid if you do not pass the exam within two years of completing the pre-license course.

After You Pass

Passing the exam does not automatically activate your license. Your license can remain in inactive status if you do not immediately affiliate with a Florida-licensed broker. You cannot perform any licensed real estate services until your license is activated under a sponsoring broker. Once you affiliate, your broker activates the license through DBPR and you are authorized to begin working.

Your initial license period is generally two years, after which the license must be renewed. That first renewal requires 45 hours of post-license education. After that first renewal, ongoing continuing education of 14 hours every two years keeps your license current.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many questions are on the Florida Real Estate Sales Associate exam?

The exam has 100 multiple-choice questions. Every question is equally weighted, and you must answer at least 75 correctly to pass. The time limit is 3.5 hours.

Can I take the Florida real estate exam online from home?

No. The Florida Real Estate Sales Associate licensing exam must be taken in person at a physical Pearson VUE test center. Remote or online proctoring is not available for this exam.

What is the fee to take the Florida real estate exam?

Pearson VUE charges a exam fee each time you register, including retakes. Check pearsonvue.com for the current fee amount. The DBPR application fee is $83.75 and is paid separately when you submit your application.

Do I need to be a U.S. citizen to get a Florida real estate license?

Florida Statute 475.17 does not list citizenship as a requirement for a sales associate license. You must have a U.S. Social Security number, be at least 18 years old, and hold a high school diploma or equivalent.

What happens if I fail the Florida real estate exam?

You can retake the exam by paying the exam fee and rescheduling through Pearson VUE. Under §475.181, your application is valid for two years from the date received, so you can retake within that window without reapplying. Keep in mind that your pre-license course completion also becomes invalid if you do not pass the exam within two years of completing the course.

AhaPrep at ahaprep.com is built specifically for Florida Real Estate Sales Associate candidates. The platform includes practice questions aligned to exam topics, a formula sheet for every math calculation type, a glossary of key terms, and focused study tools to help you reach 75 or better on exam day.