Key Takeaways
- Minnesota Salesperson license requires 90 hours of pre-license education
- The exam is administered by PSI/Pearson VUE with 80 national + 40 state questions
- Passing score is 75% on each portion (national and state)
- Total exam time is 4 hours
- License term is 2 years with 30 hours CE per cycle (15 hours annually)
Last updated: January 2026
Minnesota License Requirements
Minnesota has specific requirements for Salesperson and Broker licenses.
Salesperson License Requirements
Basic Requirements
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Age | At least 18 years old |
| Education | High school diploma or GED |
| Sponsorship | Must work under a Broker |
| Background | Criminal background check |
| SSN/ITIN | Required |
Pre-License Education
Complete 90 hours of approved education:
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| Real Estate Principles | 30 |
| Real Estate Practices | 30 |
| Real Estate Law | 30 |
| Total | 90 |
Education Topics
| Topic | Coverage |
|---|---|
| License law | Minnesota Statutes Chapter 82 |
| Agency | Relationships and disclosure |
| Contracts | Minnesota contracts and forms |
| Fair housing | Federal and Minnesota laws |
| Property | Ownership and transfer |
| Finance | Lending and mortgages |
Examination
The exam is administered by PSI/Pearson VUE:
| Detail | Specification |
|---|---|
| National section | 80 questions |
| State section | 40 questions |
| Total questions | 120 |
| Total time | 4 hours |
| Passing score | 75% on each section |
| Format | Computer-based |
Fees
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Pre-license education | $400-$900 |
| Exam fee | $73 per attempt |
| License application | $110 |
| Background check | $35 |
| Total startup | $618-$1,118 |
Broker Requirements
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Experience | 3 years as licensed Salesperson |
| Additional education | 30 hours broker courses |
| Exam | Broker exam |
| Supervision | Can supervise salespersons |
Continuing Education
| Requirement | Hours |
|---|---|
| Total CE per 2-year cycle | 30 hours |
| Annual requirement | 15 hours per year |
| Module 1 | Required topics (varies) |
| Electives | Remaining hours |
| Renewal period | Every 2 years |
Important: Minnesota requires 15 hours annually, not all at once. Licensees must complete CE each year.
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