Georgia requires 75 hours of approved pre-licensing education before you can sit for the state exam. With a first-time pass rate around 59%, the exam is moderately difficult – and the state’s unique designated agency law (BRRETA) adds a layer that trips up many first-timers. This guide covers what Georgia requires, what the whole license costs, and how long it takes.
Quick Facts
Required: 75 hours (single course) | Must pass school final: 72% (proctored) | State exam pass rate: ~59%
Table of Contents
What Georgia Requires
You need 75 hours from a GREC-approved school, delivered as a single comprehensive course. Unlike states that split education into multiple courses, Georgia wraps everything into one:
- 75-Hour Salesperson Pre-License Course – Covers real estate principles, contracts, financing, property law, fair housing, and Georgia-specific topics.
- BRRETA (Brokerage Relationships in Real Estate Transactions Act) – Georgia’s designated agency law. This will appear on both your school final and the state exam. Understand it thoroughly.
- Proctored School Final Exam – You must pass with a 72% or higher. The exam is proctored – either in person or through an online proctoring service, depending on the school.
The BRRETA Factor
Georgia is a designated agency state under BRRETA – not a traditional dual agency state. Many students underestimate how heavily this is tested. The state exam devotes multiple questions to BRRETA scenarios, agency disclosure timelines, and the differences between designated agency and other forms of representation.
Georgia Pre-License Course Providers
Which provider to pick is a national question rather than a Georgia one, so we answer it in one place. Our comparison of the national online real estate schools puts price, exam prep, refund policy and pass guarantees side by side, with every figure read off the school’s own site and dated. Whichever you choose, confirm it is GREC-approved before you pay.
How to Choose the Right School
Verify GREC Approval
Every school must be approved by the Georgia Real Estate Commission (GREC). Confirm before enrolling – courses from non-approved providers won’t count toward your 75 hours.
Exam Prep Is Worth the Upgrade
With a ~59% pass rate, Georgia’s exam isn’t the hardest – but four out of ten people still fail on the first try. A package that includes practice exams, BRRETA-focused review, and simulated tests is well worth the extra cost over a bare-bones course.
Best Value Strategy
A mid-tier package ($250-$350) with bundled exam prep gives you the best return. Buying a base course and adding standalone exam prep separately usually costs more and nothing is integrated.
Format and Flexibility
- Self-paced online – Most popular. Study on your schedule, 24/7 access. Most GREC-approved providers offer this.
- Live online – Structured classes with a real instructor on a set schedule. Fewer providers offer it than self-paced.
- Mobile app – A few providers ship a dedicated app for studying on the go. Check before you buy if that matters to you.
What It Actually Costs
Education is just one piece of the total cost. You’ll also need to budget for the PSI exam fee ($175), license application ($170), and background check ($40+). See our complete Georgia licensing guide for the full breakdown.
How Long Will It Take?
| Study Pace | Timeline |
|---|---|
| Full-time (fastest) | ~2.5 weeks |
| Moderate (15-20 hrs/week) | 5-6 weeks |
| Part-time (5-10 hrs/week) | 4-6 months |
Georgia’s 75-hour requirement is on the lighter side nationally, which makes fast-tracking realistic. At 30+ hours per week of focused study, you can finish the coursework in about 2.5 weeks. Most people working full-time take 1-3 months.
Free Exam Prep Resources
Whether or not your school includes exam prep, these free resources are worth using for extra practice:
- PrepAgent – Free practice questions covering national and state-specific content
- Real Estate License Wizard – Free Georgia-specific practice questions
- Real Estate Exam Ninja – 550+ free questions
- Quizlet – Georgia real estate and BRRETA flashcards
Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Course
- Master BRRETA early. Georgia’s designated agency law is tested heavily on both the school final and the state exam. Don’t treat it as just another chapter.
- Don’t underestimate the school final. The 72% passing threshold on a proctored exam trips up students who coasted through the coursework. Treat it like a mini state exam.
- Use practice exams early and often. Take a diagnostic test before you start studying to identify weak areas, then test again midway through.
- Study Georgia-specific content separately. The PSI exam has a Georgia-specific section. General real estate knowledge alone won’t pass it.
