Michigan Real Estate Salesperson Exam Exam Guide
At a glance
- Questions
- 115
- Time limit
- 3h
- Passing score
- 70% (80 of 115 raw points — single combined…
- Exam fee
- $79
- Governing body
- Michigan Department of Licensing and…
The Michigan Real Estate Salesperson Exam is the licensing test that aspiring agents must pass before they can practice real estate in Michigan. It is administered by PSI on behalf of the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA), and candidates typically sit for it after completing their state-required prelicensure coursework.
Overview
The exam is a single combined test covering national real estate principles alongside Michigan-specific law and licensing rules. The largest content areas by weight are Contracts and Agency, with Practice of Real Estate and Property Ownership also making up a meaningful share of the test:
- Contracts — 19% of the exam
- Agency — 13% of the exam
- Practice of Real Estate — 12% of the exam
- Property Ownership — 10% of the exam
The Michigan-specific portion also draws from several state-law areas measured by item count rather than percentage: Additional State Topics (12 items), Statutory Requirements Governing the Activities of Licensees (10 items), Contractual Relationships (5 items), Licensing Requirements (5 items), and Duties and Powers of the Department and the State Board of Real Estate (3 items).
Cost and registration
PSI, the exam vendor, charges a $79 examination fee, which is separate from the fees LARA charges for licensing itself. Candidates should expect an $88 new-application fee, a $15 certification-processing fee per address on record, and — for those relicensing after a lapse — a $108 three-year relicensure application fee. Renewing an active license runs $78 per 3-year cycle. Any fees beyond these should be confirmed against LARA's current fee schedule.
Exam format
The Michigan Real Estate Salesperson Exam consists of 115 questions administered over a 180-minute time limit. Passing requires a 70% score, equal to 80 of the 115 raw points, and roughly 10% of the questions on a given form may be unscored experimental items that don't count toward the final score. Test-takers are advised to arrive at least 30 minutes before their scheduled appointment.
Frequently asked questions
How many questions are on the Michigan real estate salesperson exam and how long is it?
The exam is a single combined test of 115 questions with a 180-minute time limit, covering both national real estate principles and Michigan-specific law in one sitting.
What is the passing score for the Michigan real estate salesperson exam?
Candidates need a 70% score, equal to 80 of the 115 raw points, to pass; roughly 10% of the questions on any given form may be unscored experimental items.
How much does the Michigan real estate salesperson exam cost?
PSI, the testing vendor, charges a $79 examination fee, which is separate from the $88 new-application fee LARA charges when you submit your license application.
What are the eligibility requirements to sit for the exam?
You must be at least 18 years old and complete 40 hours of approved prelicensure education, including at least 4 hours on civil rights law and equal housing opportunity, before you can test.
What are the fee expiration and rescheduling rules for the exam?
Exam registration fees expire one year after you register, and PSI requires at least 2 business days' notice to reschedule an appointment without penalty; passing exam results themselves stay valid for one year.
How does license renewal and continuing education work after passing?
Michigan salesperson licenses renew on a 3-year cycle, requiring 18 clock hours of continuing education per cycle and a $78 renewal application fee.
Sources
- 1.Michigan Real Estate Salesperson Licensing Guide and FAQ (LARA) — Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) — Bureau of Professional Licensing, Board of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons (accessed Aug 10, 2026)
- 2.Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs Real Estate Licensing — Salesperson and Broker Examinations: Candidate Information Bulletin (PSI Services LLC) — Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) — Bureau of Professional Licensing, Board of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons (accessed Aug 10, 2026)
- 3.PSI FAQs — Michigan Dept. of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, Real Estate — Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) — Bureau of Professional Licensing, Board of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons (accessed Aug 10, 2026)
- 4.Real Estate Regulatory Agencies Directory — ARELLO
- 5.Real Estate Licensing Practice Tests — Pearson VUE
Official sources
Every exam fact on this page traces to a primary document published by the body that administers the exam.
- Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs Real Estate Licensing — Salesperson and Broker Examinations: Candidate Information Bulletin (PSI Services LLC)Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) — Bureau of Professional Licensing, Board of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersonstest-takers.psiexams.com
- Michigan Real Estate Salesperson Licensing Guide and FAQ (LARA)Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) — Bureau of Professional Licensing, Board of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersonsmichigan.gov
- PSI FAQs — Michigan Dept. of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, Real EstateMichigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) — Bureau of Professional Licensing, Board of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersonstest-takers.psiexams.com
- PSI General Information — Michigan Dept. of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, Real EstateMichigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) — Bureau of Professional Licensing, Board of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersonstest-takers.psiexams.com
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