The main costs break down into education and state fees:

• Pre-licensing education (90 hours): starting at $719 for the complete self-paced package through us. Individual modules are $385 (Module 1) and $450 (Module 2).
• Idaho LAUNCH funding: eligible Idaho residents may pay as little as ~$155 out-of-pocket (the state covers up to 80%). Check eligibility →
• PearsonVUE exam fee: currently $110 (national + state).
• Fingerprinting: approximately $50–$60.
• License application fee: $160 to the Idaho Real Estate Commission.

Most self-paced students complete the 90 hours of education in 3–6 weeks, depending on how many hours per week they study. After that:

• Fingerprint processing: 1–3 weeks (submit early to avoid delays).
• Exam scheduling: usually available within 1–2 weeks.
• License application: processing varies, typically 1–2 weeks after passing.

No. Idaho does not require a college degree for a real estate license. The minimum requirement is a high school diploma or GED, plus the required 90 hours of pre-licensing education.

Most applicants follow five steps:

1. Meet basic requirements: 18+, high school diploma/GED, legal U.S. work status.
2. Complete 90 hours of education: Module 1 (45 hours) then Module 2 (45 hours). Pass course exams with 70%+.
3. Fingerprint + register for the exam: Submit fingerprints through PearsonVUE and register for the Idaho licensing exam.
4. Pass the exam: 80 national questions + 40 Idaho-specific questions. You need 70% on each section.
5. Apply + activate: Submit your state application and affiliate with a brokerage.

Yes. Idaho allows the required 90 hours of pre-licensing education to be completed entirely online.

• Self-paced online: start anytime and study 24/7 on your schedule.
• Instructor Led Live Online Classes: instructor-led sessions, scheduled when there's enough demand.

Self-paced online is fully on your schedule — you click through lessons, take quizzes, and can ask questions via email or support tools. Start anytime, pause anytime.

Instructor Led Live Online Classes are instructor-led with fixed class times (typically evenings/weekends). You attend alongside other students and can ask questions in real time. Classes require consistent attendance.

Yes — through the Idaho LAUNCH program, the State of Idaho may cover up to 80% of your tuition. Idaho Online Real Estate Academy is the first real estate school in Idaho accepted as an approved provider.

• Working-age adults (18+): apply year-round through IdahoWorks. Up to $3,500.
• Graduating seniors (Class of 2026): apply through Next Steps Idaho. Up to $8,000. Deadline: April 15, 2026.
• Estimated out-of-pocket: ~$155 for a $778 course (you pay 20%).

The fastest route for most students:

1. Use self-paced online so you can start immediately and study more hours per day.
2. Schedule your exam early once you're confident and nearing completion.
3. Submit fingerprints right away — processing can take 1–3 weeks and is often the bottleneck.
4. Line up a brokerage before you pass so you can activate quickly.

You can retake the exam. Idaho's retake policy:

• If you fail one section (national or state), you only retake the section you failed.
• You must pay the exam fee again for each retake attempt.
• You must pass both sections within 12 months of completing your education.
• There is no limit on the number of retake attempts within that 12-month window.

The most effective approach combines practice questions with focused review:

• Practice exams covering both national and Idaho state portions
• Idaho license law & rules handbook (official reference)
• Course review materials from Module 1 + Module 2
• Flashcards for rapid-fire term review

Study strategy: Take practice exams until you're consistently scoring 80%+. Prioritize your lowest-scoring topics. Focus on Idaho-specific rules in the final 1–2 weeks. Schedule the exam while material is fresh.

The Idaho real estate exam is administered by PearsonVUE at testing centers across Idaho. You'll register and schedule your exam through PearsonVUE's website.

• Boise and Meridian have the most available testing dates.
• Additional centers in Idaho Falls, Pocatello, Coeur d'Alene, and other cities.
• Some locations fill up — book early, especially during peak months.

No. If your out-of-state license is active, Idaho will waive the pre-licensing education requirement and the national portion of the exam. You only need to pass the Idaho state portion (40 questions, 70% to pass).

• No additional coursework required — just the state exam.
• We offer a $275 Fast-Track Kit with topic-specific class recordings, a study outline, 250 flashcards, and textbook/handbook links.
• Single-licensure state agents should check broker qualification requirements.