How to Get a Real Estate License in Arkansas
Arkansas requires 60 hours of pre-licensing education and uses Pearson VUE for its licensing examination — one of the nation's most widely used testing providers with multiple test…
Arkansas requires 60 hours of pre-licensing education and uses Pearson VUE for its licensing examination — one of the nation's most widely used testing providers with multiple testing centers across the state. The Arkansas Real Estate Commission (AREC) has maintained licensing standards here for decades and takes agent education seriously. Arkansas skews more rural than many states, but the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers metro (home to Walmart's global headquarters and a growing tech sector) creates real demand for agents who understand both suburban and agricultural markets.
Arkansas — At a Glance
Pre-License Hours
60 hrs
Minimum Age
18 yrs
Exam Provider
Pearson VUE
Renewal
Every 2 yrs
CE at Renewal
18 hrs
Est. Total Cost
$300–$900