Utah State Required Pre-Licensing Hours: 120 hours
Agent Real Estate Schools Utah Course Hours Offered: 120 hours
Step 1: Meet the state’s requirements as outlined on the Utah Division of Real Estate website.
They Include:
- You must be 18 years of age and above
- You must have a high school diploma or its equivalent (GED)
- You must also not have had a felony in the last five years, or a misdemeanor involving fraud within the last three years, starting from the time of conviction or completion of any jail sentence.
Step 2: Complete the required 120-hour pre-licensing course for Broker at an institution approved by the Utah Division of Real Estate.
Step 3: Apply for the Broker exam.
Step 4: You must submit your fingerprints for a criminal background check.
Step 5: Pass the Broker licensing exam earning a score of at least 75%.
Step 6: Submit an online application for your license.
How Long Does It Take to Get a Utah Broker License?
It can vary from person to depending how fast or slow you can complete the required 120 hours of pre-licensing courses. You must also pass your licensing examination as well as completing the application process and the application and background processing times are also a factor.
What Will I Learn to Help Me Get a Broker License in Utah?
Once you complete your courses, you are eligible to sit for the Utah Broker License Exam.
You have a window of 1 year from the start date to complete the 120-hour coursework for broker course.
The required courses within the 120 hours include:
- Advanced Real Estate Principles (60 hours)
- Advanced Real Estate Practices (60 Hours)
- Advanced Utah License Law (30 hours)
How Much Does It Cost to Get a Broker License in Utah State?
Becoming a real estate agent Utah requires time and money but is very rewarding. An aspiring agent will spend up to $650.
How these costs break down:
- Pre-licensing exam coursework can run up to $350.
- Utah real estate license exam fee runs $66.
- Application fee is about $100.
- Recovery fund fee runs about $18.
- Fingerprint processing fee is $40.
Real Estate License Reciprocity
Yes. Utah offers reciprocity with some states.
They include:
- Mississippi
- Georgia
- Alberta, Canada.
Out-of-state residents are required to:
- You will need a reciprocity application.
- You will need to obtain an original and certified license history for all jurisdictions or state where you previously held a license.
- You will need two fingerprint cards as a fingerprint waiver. Visit here for more information.
- You will need to pay a Sales Agent Licensing fee of $152 and provide evidence of payment.
- You must provide a Certificate of Legal Presence. Visit here for more information.
Real Estate License Reciprocity
Yes. Utah offers reciprocity with some states.
They include:
- Mississippi
- Georgia
- Alberta, Canada.
After meeting the entire Broker Licensing requirements in your Jurisdiction, you will need to submit some required documents.
Out-of-state residents are required to:
- You will need a Reciprocity Application.
- You will need to obtain an original and certified license history for all jurisdictions or state where you previously held a license.
- You will need two fingerprint cards as a fingerprint waiver. Visit here for more information
- You will need to pay a Broker Licensing fee of $158 and provide evidence of payment.
- You must provide a Certificate of Legal Presence. Visit here for more information.
How Do I Apply for and take the Utah Broker Licensing Exam?
The broker examinations must be taken through the Utah Division of Real Estate. The state requires that you achieve a score of 75% or higher to pass. Agent Real Estate Schools offers a Broker Licensing Course.
You will need to complete a Broker Examination Application which is issued by the testing center and submit it along with the required fee and transcripts showing successful completion of the statutory college-level real estate courses and degrees.
Utah state partners with PearsonVUE to conduct the broker licensing exam. To schedule an exam online, go to www.pearsonvue.com at least 24 hours before your desired date. You can also schedule your exam over the telephone by calling (801) 530-6747.
You will need to pay an exam fee of $66 directly to Pearson VUE. You must bring with you to the exam two forms of signature identification such as a state driver's license, military ID, or U.S. passport.
Refer to the Utah Real Estate Candidate Handbook for information.
How Do I Submit My Fingerprints for The Background Check?
Starting January 1, 2020, all new applications for real estate licensees will need to obtain a fingerprint background check and enroll in Rap Back. Utah requires you submit your fingerprints to check your background history for criminal activities. You can schedule digital fingerprinting at Pearson VUE test centers for a $12 fee.
These locations include:
- Bountiful
- Draper
- Ogden
- Orem
Note: This fee is separate from the fee paid to the Utah Division of Real Estate. If your test center does not offer digital fingerprinting, the candidate will be issued two fingerprint cards. Use the services of a local law enforcement agency or third-party fingerprinting vendor. You’ll need to submit the cards to the Utah Division of Real Estate.
How Do I Submit My Utah Broker Application?
You will be required to apply for your Broker license 90 days after you successfully pass the state licensing exam. You will need to attach some required document when submitting your application.
They include:
- Signed and Notarized Broker Experience Documentation Form showing at least three years of qualifying experience.
- A signed the Broker Transaction Log or Broker Property Management Log showing at least sixty (60) experience points within the five years preceding application.
- You must provide a signed Broker Verification Form completed by each Broker with whom you have worked with during the five years preceding the application. Forms must be submitted in a sealed envelope with the broker’s signature across the seal.
- You must attach two fingerprint cards (Blue FD-258) or receipt of digital fingerprints submission
- You must attach proof of payment of the required fees.
- Certification of Legal Presence Form completed.
After meeting all the requirements, you can then submit your application at submit application.
Utah Broker License Renewal
Utah broker licenses are good for two years. Prior to renewing your license, 18 hours of continuing education need to be completed. 9 hours are mandatory course material and 9 are elective course hours.
Does Utah Require Post-Licensing Education?
Utah real estate brokers who are renewing their licenses must complete 18 hours of approved continuing education coursework.
Special Considerations
Obtaining Certificate of Course Completion: Upon completion of the course, you will be provided an electronic certificate of completion which can be found in the “my courses” tab in your student portal. Next to each completed course you will find an icon for the course completion certificate.
You will be required to submit your certificate of completion with your license request, please refer to your license application to determine if this is necessary.
Utah Division of Real Estate
Address: PO Box 146711
Salt Lake City, UT 84114-6711
Phone: (801) 530-6747
E-Mail Address: [email protected]
Fax: (801) 530-6749