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Real Estate Classes Built Around Your Schedule

Choose weekend, weekday, evening, or on-demand classes to get your Minnesota Real Estate License
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How Minnesota Real Estate Licensing Works

Take The Required Courses

Complete all three Minnesota pre-licensing courses (Courses 1, 2, and 3). Classes are available in-person, live online, and on-demand, giving you flexible options while covering all state-required material.

Pass The State Licensing Exam

Build the knowledge needed to take and pass the Minnesota real estate licensing exam. Course content is structured to align with exam topics and reinforce key concepts you will be tested on.

Get Licensed And Start Your Career

After passing the exam, secure a sponsoring broker and submit your application to the state. Once approved, you can begin practicing real estate as a licensed agent.

Where Are You On Your Real Estate Journey?

Pre-License

Choose from in-person classes, live online webinars, or our video on-demand online course. Get everything you need, in order to pass the State Real Estate Exam!

Continuing Education

We offer a full range of Minnesota-approved Continuing Education courses for licensed real estate agents, available in person, through live online-webinars, and on-demand.

Where Are You On Your Real Estate Journey?

Pre-License

Choose from in-person classes, live online webinars, or our video on-demand online course. Get everything you need, in order to pass the State Real Estate Exam!

Continuing Education

We offer a full range of Minnesota-approved Continuing Education courses for licensed real estate agents, available in-person, through live online-webinars, and on-demand.

Flexible Class Schedules to Fit Your Life

Weekend Classes

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  • icon 30-hour pre-licensing course completed over two weekends
  • icon Full-day sessions with live instructor guidance
  • icon Structured schedule that keeps you on track
  • icon Ideal for students with weekday commitments

Weekend Classes

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  • icon 30 hours of instruction delivered across four weekdays
  • icon Typically held Monday through Thursday
  • icon Fast-paced format for focused learning
  • icon Works well for students available during business hours

Evening Classes

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  • icon 30-hour course spread across eight evenings
  • icon Shorter sessions held after typical work hours
  • icon Consistent schedule without full-day time blocks
  • icon Designed for working professionals

On-Demand Courses

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  • icon 100% online, self-paced format for Course 1
  • icon Interactive lessons and video-based instruction
  • icon Start and stop on your own schedule
  • icon Six months of access with unlimited retakes

Weekend Classes

Weekday Classes

Evening Classes

On-Demand Courses

Custom List
  • icon 30-hour pre-licensing course completed over two weekends
  • icon Full-day sessions with live instructor guidance
  • icon Structured schedule that keeps you on track
  • icon Ideal for students with weekday commitments
Custom List
  • icon 30 hours of instruction delivered across four weekdays
  • icon Typically held Monday through Thursday
  • icon Fast-paced format for focused learning
  • icon Works well for students available during business hours
Custom List
  • icon 30-hour course spread across eight evenings
  • icon Shorter sessions held after typical work hours
  • icon Consistent schedule without full-day time blocks
  • icon Designed for working professionals
Custom List
  • icon 100% online, self-paced format for Course 1
  • icon Interactive lessons and video-based instruction
  • icon Start and stop on your own schedule
  • icon Six months of access with unlimited retakes
24/7 AI Assistant Support
The Realty School A.I. Assistant Get instant answers to your questions anytime. Our AI chatbot is available 24/7 to help with licensing questions, course information, and more.

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Ask anything by typing your question. Our AI provides immediate responses, and the TRS team reviews conversations to ensure accuracy and follow up when needed.

License Reciprocity & Other States

Full Reciprocity

If you live in Minnesota, you can obtain a license in these states without additional education or testing:
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  • North Dakota
  • Iowa
  • Colorado
  • Oklahoma
  • Nebraska

Shortened Course

Minnesota residents need only a brief 1-2 day course plus the state exam for:
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  • Wisconsin
  • South Dakota

Other States

For any of the other 42 states, you’ll need to complete their version of the Pre-License Course and pass their specific state exam

Free Introductory Webinar

Before spending hundreds of dollars on a Real Estate License Course, join us for a FREE 20-minute Webinar. We’ll walk you through the process of getting a license in Minnesota, why people often struggle with the exam, and answer every question you might have!

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Frequently Asked Questions

To earn a real estate license in Minnesota, you must complete three required pre-licensing courses (Courses 1, 2, and 3), pass the state licensing exam, and submit a license application. Each course is $279, for a total of $837. The state exam fee is $78, and the license application fee is $140. Fees are subject to change and are paid directly to the testing provider and the state.

Sales associate / real estate agent: A licensed individual who represents buyers or sellers under a sponsoring broker.
Realtor: A real estate agent or broker who is a member of the National Association of REALTORS® and follows its code of ethics.
Broker: A licensed professional with additional education who can operate independently and supervise other agents.

Start dates depend on the format you choose. Live in-person and live online classes begin on scheduled dates throughout the year. On-demand courses can be started immediately after enrollment.

Each pre-licensing course is 30 hours. Depending on the format, a course may be completed in as little as four days or spread over multiple evenings or weekends. On-demand courses allow you to progress at your own pace.

Yes. Each course includes a required final exam that must be passed to receive credit for that course. Final exams are part of the course completion process and are separate from the state licensing exam.

If you do not pass the state licensing exam on your first attempt, you may retake it after paying the exam fee again. Many students use exam prep tools to strengthen weak areas before retesting.