We're here to help answer any questions you have about getting started in the real estate industry. Getting your real estate license in Ohio is a big step, so to help we've collected and answered some frequently asked questions below.
The state licensing exam is administered via PSI. You may access information regarding the process here.
The time it takes to get your Ohio real estate license can vary depending on how quickly you move through each step. Once you’ve successfully completed the 100 hours of Pre-Licensing education, the next step in the process is to complete the Salesperson Examination Application. Once the application has been approved, your information will be sent to the testing provider, PSI. PSI will process the information and send you a Candidate Information Bulletin with instructions on scheduling the state licensing exam.
You can renew your OH real estate license here.
The CE Shop offers both Ohio Post-Licensing and Ohio Continuing Education for real estate agents. Salespersons must complete 20 hours of Post-Licensing and Brokers must complete 10 hours of Post-Licensing within the first year of licensure. For Continuing Education, licensees must complete 30 hours. Salesperson Continuing Education can be found here, and Broker Continuing Education can be found here.
In addition to the cost of this 100-hr. Pre-Licensing program, you must pay an $81 fee for the Salesperson Examination Application in order to take the Ohio salesperson licensing exam. The fee for the exam is $63. Additional costs include a background check and fingerprinting.
Note: Costs are subject to be changed by the state at any time.
In addition to completing 100 hours of Pre-Licensing education and successfully passing the Ohio real estate salesperson licensing exam, you must be at least 18 years old, be sponsored by an Ohio broker, and have a high school diploma. Learn more.
Among other requirements, you must be at least 18 years old to get your Ohio real estate license.
On average, real estate agents in Ohio can expect to make $93k, according to Indeed.com. Earnings vary based on location, niche, and experience (January, 2025).
A high school diploma or GED is required to get your Ohio real estate license.
In order to qualify for an Ohio salesperson real estate license, you must complete 100 hours of Pre-Licensing education. Learn more about our state-approved and interactive courses here.
Ohio licensees are required to be honest, truthful, and of good reputation. Individuals who have a criminal past may be able to attain an Ohio real estate license. Certain offenses and the amount of time since the conviction may impact your ability to receive a license. To learn more, view this document from the Ohio Department of Commerce.
Individuals seeking reciprocal licensing can access the Out of State Licensed Salesperson process on the Ohio Real Estate Commission website.
For more information about how reciprocity works and which states offer it nationwide, visit our Guide to Reciprocity and Portability.
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