How to get a real estate license in South Carolina
The official path to a South Carolina salesperson license in 4 steps, with fees and rules taken from the state regulator.
SC's entry-level license is 'Associate'.
Take the pre-licensing course
90 hours from a state-approved school.
Unit I (60 h) + Unit II (30 h); Unit II may be completed after the exam
Verified from official source · Oct 16, 2026Pass the state exam
Administered by PSI. Exam fee: $67.
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Verified from official source · Oct 16, 2026Apply for your license
License / application fee: Not published. Fingerprint / background: Not published. Deadline: Submit final licensing items within 1 year of passing the exam
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Other rules
- E&O insurance required
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Not on an official source · searched Oct 16, 2026 - Reciprocity
- Reciprocity with Georgia and North Carolina only
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- Official pass rate
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