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West Virginia Real Estate Salesperson Exam

Administered by West Virginia Real Estate CommissionVerified against West Virginia Real Estate Commission's official sources
Written by Every Exam Prep Editorial TeamSource and review policyPublished August 11, 2026

At a glance

Passing score
70%
Exam fee
$59

Quick answers

How much does the West Virginia Real Estate exam cost?

The West Virginia Real Estate exam fee is $59 (per part).

What is the passing score for the West Virginia Real Estate exam?

The passing score for the West Virginia Real Estate exam is 70%.

The West Virginia Real Estate Salesperson Exam is the licensing test required to become a real estate salesperson in West Virginia. It is administered by Pearson VUE on behalf of the West Virginia Real Estate Commission and is taken by candidates who have completed a state-approved prelicense course.

Overview

The exam is split into a national/general portion and a West Virginia state-law portion, each covering its own content outline. The national outline includes:

  • General Powers & Duties of the Real Estate Commission — 9 items
  • Licensing — 17 items
  • Real Estate Practice — 15 items
  • Agency Relationships — 4 items

The state outline adds a West Virginia Fair Housing section of 5 items. The national outline took effect April 1, 2025, and the state outline took effect January 1, 2024.

Cost and registration

Pearson VUE charges $59 per exam part, covering both the national and state-specific sections. Separately, the West Virginia Real Estate Commission charges a $25 application fee to apply to sit for the exam, and a $75 application fee for the initial salesperson license once you pass.

Exam format

The national portion consists of 80 scored questions with a 150-minute time limit, and the state-law portion consists of 50 scored questions with a 60-minute time limit. The salesperson passing score is 70%, and each portion is timed and scored independently. Candidates must also complete a 90-hour prelicense course and be at least 18 years old before sitting for the exam.

How the West Virginia Real Estate practice bank covers the outline

61 practice questions across 8 outline areas.

Counts are the live question bank, grouped by the outline area each question was written to.

61 practice questions across eight outline areas. The largest, WV License Law & Regulation, holds 12 questions (20%).

Verified facts about the West Virginia Real Estate exam

6 statements, each bound to the official document it was taken from. The source link beside every line opens that document.

Requirements and rules

90 days or 2 attempts, whichever first
West Virginia Real Estate Commission
Two-part exam: national/general portion + state-specific portion, separately timed and scored
West Virginia Real Estate Commission
Testing vendor
Pearson VUE
West Virginia Real Estate Commission

Numbers

Pre-licensing education hours
90 hours
West Virginia Real Estate Commission

Frequently asked questions

How much does the West Virginia real estate salesperson exam cost?

Pearson VUE charges $59 per exam part, so sitting for both the national and state portions costs $59 each. Candidates also pay a separate $25 application fee to the West Virginia Real Estate Commission before they're approved to schedule the exam.

What is the structure of the exam?

The exam is divided into two parts: a national/general portion and a state-specific law portion, each timed and scored separately. Both must be passed to qualify for a salesperson license.

Who administers the West Virginia real estate salesperson exam?

The exam is administered by Pearson VUE, the testing vendor used by the West Virginia Real Estate Commission. After your application is approved, Pearson VUE emails you to schedule an exam date.

What are the eligibility requirements to sit for the exam?

Candidates must be at least 18 years old, hold a high school diploma or equivalent, and complete a 90-hour prelicense course before applying. A national criminal history background check is also required and stays valid for only 90 days.

What happens if I fail a portion of the exam?

Candidates have 90 days or two attempts, whichever comes first, before they must resubmit an application to sit for the exam again. Plan retakes with that window in mind so you don't have to restart the application process.

What happens after I pass both portions of the exam?

You have 90 days after passing to apply for your license, which carries a $75 application fee for an initial salesperson license. Miss that window and you may need to retest before applying.

Sources

  1. 1.Initial Salesperson - West Virginia Real Estate Commission — West Virginia Real Estate Commission (accessed Aug 11, 2026)
  2. 2.REC Licensing - ApplicationInfo - Apps.Wv.Gov — West Virginia Real Estate Commission (accessed Aug 11, 2026)
  3. 3.West Virginia Real Estate Commission Candidate Handbook (Pearson VUE, #094900, Feb 2026) — West Virginia Real Estate Commission (accessed Aug 11, 2026)
  4. 4.Real Estate Regulatory Agencies Directory — ARELLO
  5. 5.Real Estate Licensing Practice Tests — Pearson VUE

Official sources

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