Salesperson Licensing
The Salesperson Licensing class is 77 hours of required seat time offered in 20 separate numbered sessions. Students can start any day, any time, with any session number. Sessions are independent of one another, so you can take them in any order. Once you complete all 20 sessions, you can take your NYREI exam and the New York Department of State exam ($15). Passing the final school exam requires a minimum score of 70% and can only be taken three times. Final exams must be physically taken within the state of New York, according to the Department of State’s regulations. We offer the proctored exam in New York City as part of the purchased package and can also help find you an approved location outside of the city. Once both exams are passed, you can apply for your license.
Once both exams are passed, you can apply for your license with the Department of State ($55 for two years) provided that you have found a Sponsoring Broker. If you need help choosing a sponsoring broker, we have dozens of New York’s top real estate firms that recruit daily and we offer lifetime job placement assistance!
Applicants are required to make an online reservation in order to take the state exam. Even if you plan on taking the exam a few months from now, we recommend that you make your reservation immediately for your real estate salesperson license in NY. To register for the New York State Exam, please visit the Department of State website.
Requirements
The real estate industry is one of the most accessible to anyone. To be eligible for a career as a licensed salesperson, an individual must:
- Possess a NYS Drivers License or Non-Driver ID with photo
- Be 18+ years of age
- Have United States citizenship or be a legal, permanent resident
- Have no felony convictions (exceptions may apply)
- Complete the 77-hour licensing course
- Submit a signed student affidavit
- Pass the New York Department of State Salesperson licensing exam ($15)
- Pass the NYREI in-person proctored final exam
- Find a sponsoring New York State Broker
Course Access Term
Classroom and Livestream Courses
Our Classroom and Livestream Courses must be completed within 4 months of registration date. After 4 months, courses will automatically expire and will not be accessible. Students may purchase an extension if they wish to continue in the course after 4 months.
Self-Paced Online
Online students have 4 months to complete their salesperson licensing course. After 4 months, the course will expire and students must purchase an extension to continue. According to New York Department of State regulations, students must complete their online coursework and the school’s final exam within 12 months from the date of purchase. If the student does not complete the coursework and exam within 12 months, the student will have to repurchase and retake the entire course again.
Extension Fees
Students are encouraged to purchase an extension if they require more than 4 months to complete their coursework. The fees charged for extensions are:
| Course |
2 Month Extension |
1 Month Extension |
| 77 Hr Salesperson Licensing |
$150 |
$100 |
| 75 Hr Broker Licensing |
$150 |
$100 |
| 30 Hr Remedial |
$150 |
$100 |
To request an extension, please call the office (212) 967-7508 or send an email info@nyrei.com
Course Completion And Credit
Once you pass the in-person proctored final exam, you will be issued your course completion certificate. The school will notify the state that you successfully passed the course.
Switching Between Online And In-Person Courses
Students may switch between live in-person and zoom streaming classes only. Each class earns credit once, and students won’t receive credit for attending the same class multiple times.
If a student hasn’t started the course yet, they may switch between live in-person or zoom and online self paced.
If a student already started the course live in-person and wishes to switch to online self paced any hours completed online will not transfer and must be retaken. For assistance email info@nyrei.com or chat with someone live via the chat widget on the website.
Refund Policy
Refunds less a $25 administration fee will only be given if a written request is received within 3 days of registration and will be made to the original form of payment. If requested after the 3 day period, students will receive school credit that never expires; the credit is transferable to someone else if the course has not been started. No refund will be given once you have attended a class. No refund will be given for any books and/or course materials received. Upon written request, a check will be mailed to you within 14 business days.
To request a refund, please send written notice by email info@nyrei.com.
Proctored Exam
All students pursuing their license must sit for a proctored school exam after completing their required hours. NYREI is approved to offer the proctored exam online. Please note that it may take up to 24 hours to confirm registration enabling access to the online test. Students must have access to a computer with a camera that can display their face. Students are required to show a government issued ID to take the school exam.
Proctored exams are administered at our Manhattan location on Mondays at 1pm for Salesperson Licensing and Mondays at 3pm for the Broker Licensing. However, you can schedule a private proctored exam at any time convenient to you for an additional $50 proctor fee.
Please note: Students must bring #2 pencils, a calculator, and a valid photo ID. Self-paced online students must bring a printed copy of their Student Affidavit.
If you would like information on taking the proctored exam in an approved location outside of Manhattan, please email info@nyrei.com.
Manhattan Branch
132 W 36th Street, 2nd Floor
New York, NY 10018
Phone: (212) 967-7508
Email: info@nyrei.com
