What a Massachusetts real estate license costs
Treat provider tuition as variable. Figures below are current official anchors as of the date noted; confirm before budgeting.
| Item | Current figure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 40-hour pre-license course tuition | Variable by provider | Depends on format and school; compare authorized options. |
| PSI Salesperson Candidate fee | $85 | Paid to PSI when applying to test. |
| PSI Broker Candidate fee | $106 | Broker-applicant exam fee. |
| Missed-exam / rescheduling figure | $54 | Current figure shown by Mass.gov; verify with PSI. |
| Initial license fee | Prorated by date of birth | The exact initial license fee is calculated under the birthday-based proration at the payment step. |
| Salesperson renewal fee | $103 | Paid at renewal. |
| Broker renewal fee | $142 | Paid at renewal. |
Course tuition
Tuition for the 40-hour pre-license course varies by school and format. Compare authorized providers directly rather than assuming any single published price is current; treat quoted figures as variable, provider-set tuition rather than official state fees.
PSI Candidate fees
The published Salesperson Candidate fee is $85. Consult the current PSI Candidate Information Bulletin for any current itemization. The current Broker Candidate fee is $106, and the current missed-exam/rescheduling figure shown by Mass.gov is $54.
The initial license fee is separate from the Candidate fee
The exact initial license fee is calculated under the current birthday-based proration at the payment step.
Renewal and CE costs
Beyond initial licensure, budget for the current renewal fee — $103 for salespersons and $142 for brokers — every renewal cycle, plus 12 hours of continuing education coursework to renew Active. Convenience fees may apply to online payment. See the renewal & CE guide.
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