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- Illinois Real Estate Commission Approval #513.002254 & 513.002255
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Self-Paced & 100% Online
Our real estate courses are designed for complete flexibility and can be completed in just a few weeks. The course is 100% online & completed on your schedule.
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Our high pass rates make us the most trusted provider for real estate agents in Chicago, Aurora, Joliet, Naperville, Rockford, Elgin, Springfield, Peoria, and Champaign.
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Unlike other providers, our support staff are just a call away around-the-clock to help with any of your real estate questions.
HOW TO GET A real estate LICENSE in Illinois
Enroll in our Illinois real estate classes online. Our Illinois Broker Course satisfies all of the educational requirements to obtain a state of Illinois real estate license. You must be 18 years or older and have a high school diploma or GED equivalent and complete the steps below:
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Complete 75 hours of broker pre-licensing education
In Illinois, a real estate agent is called a real estate "broker." Perry Real Estate College offers the Illinois Real Estate License Course completely online and at your own pace. Compare course packages.
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Complete the course final exam
After you finish the course, you will need to take an online proctored exam and pass with a minimum score of 75%.
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Pass the Illinois Real Estate Examination
PSI administers the in-person state licensing exam. There are 140 questions based on the content outline here. You will have 4 hours to complete the exam.
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Complete a background questionnaire
After you finish the examination, you will be required to answer a background questionnaire about criminal convictions or debts for taxes or child support. You will then be given instructions on applying to the Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation (IDFPR) and the Division of Real Estate online.
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Complete your real estate broker license application
The application must be filled out and submitted to the Division of Real Estate through the IDFPR for approval. Complete the licensing process by submitting your licensing exam results to IDFPR along with the license fee of $125.00.
WHY CHOOSE PERRY REAL ESTATE COLLEGE?
We know it can be scary to take an online course and it's easy to feel like you are alone in the process. Our student support is just different, you won't find another school out there that supports you like we do.
Day or night, seven days a week, every time you call, you'll be greeted by a real person - not a machine. The person you talk to will be an expert and able to help you right away. The other schools only answer when it is convenient for them and you'll have to wait days to get a response from an instructor, if at all.
We're a family-owned business, genuinely invested in seeing you achieve your goals. Come see why we are the trusted source for successful agents and brokers.
ABOUT OUR Illinois Real Estate PRE-LICENSE Course
We have a comprehensive real estate course that will prepare you for the exam. Our course covers the following topics: the real estate business, agency, real estate brokerage, contracts, real estate finance, valuation, investment, fair housing, environmental laws, closings, real estate math, foreclosures, zoning, ethics, leasing, property management, appraisals, advertising, marketing, Illinois law, and more.
How Much Do Real Estate Agents Make in Illinois?
The average real estate agent salary in Illinois is $65,850. The average REALTOR® salary will be about $20,000 more. How much you can make as a real estate agent will vary wildly, based on a number of factors. You can see a full breakdown of how hours worked, niche, specialization, and other factors affect how much you could make on our Real Estate Agent Salary Guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you get a Illinois Real Estate License?
VIEW LICENSE REQUIREMENTSYou must be 18 years or older and have a high school diploma or GED equivalent and
- Register for 75 hours of Pre-Licensing Education.
- Complete the Proctored course final exam.
- Pass the Illinois Real Estate Exam.
- Submit the background questionnaire.
- File your license application.
Our 100% online, self-paced course fulfills your education requirement. The full licensing process can be found at the commission's website at the link below.
Is the pre-license course approved by the Illinois Division of Real Estate?
Illinois ApprovalYes. Our Illinois Pre-license courses are fully approved by the Illinois Division of Real Estate. You can search for our school/courses at the commission website by clicking the link below.
Why should I choose Perry Real Estate College?
At Perry Real Estate College, we make earning your real estate license simple, affordable, and convenient. Our online pre-license courses are designed to help you pass the state exam on your first try, combining flexible self-paced learning with real support from real people.
As one of the nation’s most trusted real estate schools, we’ve helped thousands of students launch successful careers through engaging coursework, expert instructors, and excellent prices.
Is Post-License education required in Illinois?
LEARN MOREAll new Illinois real estate agents must complete 45 hours of post-licensing education within the first renewal cycle (usually 18-24 months).
How do I enroll?
COMPARE PACKAGESYou can sign up and start any of our courses whenever you would like. You would just click the, “Enroll Now!” button on the course page you are interested in starting.
Do you have payment plan options?
COMPARE PACKAGESYes, we do. We offer affordable payment plans for our courses. You can either choose the option for our payment plan on the product page. This doesn't allow you to use an existing discounts. Or you can choose Shop Pay at checkout, which requires a certain credit score. This allows you to take advantage of our current discount.
What does 100% Online and Self-Paced mean?
Our courses are conducted virtually. Because there are no live lectures, you can work at your own speed and there is no set schedule. You have the flexibility to set your own pace!
How long does the course take?
You can complete the course in as little as a few weeks. It depends on how much time you put in each day. You have six months from enrollment to complete the course, but we have extension options.
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