Maine Real Estate License School
Are you looking for real estate classes in Portland, Bangor, Augusta or any other city in Maine? Enroll in our accredited Maine real estate licensing courses online today. Start a career you’ll love in a state that makes dreams happen. As a Maine real estate agent, be your own boss and enjoy unlimited earning potential.
Select the Maine State real estate package that’s right for you.
For learners who require more time while juggling work and family demands, move through pre-licensing courses at your own pace. Even better? Listen to the entire course with a read-along, audio learning option. Plus, track your course progress with our award-winning student dashboard.
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Ultimate Learning
- 55-Hour Pre-License Course
- State-Approved Instructor Support
- 3 Real Estate Study Guides
- Accessible Narrated Audio with Adjustable Speeds
- Simulated Exams
- Flashcards
- Readiness Assessment
- Audio Review Guides
- Exam Crammer Webinar Series
- Instructor Q&A
- 20+ real estate “how-to” videos
- Job aids for new agents
- Buyer and seller checklists
- Customizable action plan templates
Preview your Maine State Education
Why choose Colibri for your Real Estate Pre-licensing classes in Maine?
Learn from local experts
Active and seasoned real estate instructors offer experience, insights, and guidance about the real estate market in your state.
Pass your exam on the first try
Bring confidence to exam day. Enroll in industry-leading exam prep to help you pass on the first try. If you don’t pass your licensing exam on the first try, we’ll reimburse the original cost of either your pre-licensing package or the exclusive exam prep you purchased.
Enjoy flexible learning options
Get the education you need — your way, every day. Explore multiple ways to learn, and discover the method that best fits your goals.
Amplify your career confidence
If you’re here, a career in real estate is already calling you. Let’s make it happen. Join 520,000 other students who found success with us.
How to get a Real Estate License in Maine
To become a real estate agent in Maine, you must first get your Maine real estate license. The process of getting your real estate license generally takes a few months and includes the following steps:
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Enroll in a Maine real estate school
The first step to getting your Maine real estate license is to enroll in a real estate school and complete a 55-hour real estate pre-licensing course.
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Pass the course final exam
Once you have completed the 55-hour Maine real estate pre-licensing course, you must pass a course exam that will help prepare you for the state exam. The exam consists of 120 multiple choice questions for the salesperson license and 140 multiple choice questions for the broker license with a minimum passing score of 75%.
3
Complete the background check
You may need to submit a background check to verify your identity and right to work as a real estate agent in Maine.
4
Apply for your Maine real estate license
Submit your application online by filling out the relevant form with the Maine Real Estate Commission either electronically or via mail.
5
Pass the state license exam
Licensing exams in Maine are conducted by Pearson VUE Examination Services. You must make a reservation with Pearson VUE no less than 24 hours before your examination date. You will be expected to provide a non-refundable examination fee.
You need to get a score of 75% or higher to pass the state real estate license exam in Maine.
Related: Explore our real estate exam prep courses in Maine
FAQs
If a student does not pass the state license exam within 30 days of completing the exam prep course, we’ll reimburse the original cost of either your pre-licensing package or the exclusive exam prep you purchased.* For reimbursement, email us at [email protected] with a copy of your exam results, including the date of the exams, within 30 days of the failed exam attempt.
*Specific state laws or regulations prohibit some students from qualifying. For example, Florida, Michigan, Tennessee, and New Jersey do not permit guarantees to passing the real estate licensing exam.
Just as if you were in a classroom, attending all sessions from start to finish are crucial to earn credit. We understand some things are out of your control! Please review your welcome letter, located on your student dashboard for more attendance details.
Each class must be completed in the format it was started to receive credit.
A real estate license in Maine can cost between $900-$1,100 depending on your preferred real estate school and course. The cost of a real estate license course or package in Maine at Colibri is between $228-$570.
Here is a breakdown of the various fees and expenses included in the total cost of a real estate license in Maine:
Course / Package Fees: $228-$570
Background Check: $21
Salesperson License Fees: $100
Examination Fees: $85
In Maine, a student or licensee is expected to spend at least 3 days in an accredited real estate licensing course or program. The courses at Colibri are available for durations between 3 days and 6 months.
Yes, you can! Colibri offers students or licensees to attend classes and complete their pre-licensing course fully online with flexible self-paced packages.
No, Maine does not have reciprocity for real estate licenses.
No, you cannot take the exam without completing your real estate pre-licensing course in Maine.
It varies depending on the pace at which you complete your pre-licensing education and pass your licensing examination; the time it takes you to complete the application process; and application processing times. The entire process typically takes between 3 to 6 months.
Remember that you must apply for your sales agent license within one (1) year of passing your licensing examination.
To obtain a real estate salesperson license in Maine, you must be at least eighteen (18) years old at the time of application and possess a high school diploma or its equivalent, complete an approved 55 hours of Maine real estate pre-licensing education, complete the sales agent course & the sales agent licensing examination, administered by Pearson VUE, achieving a minimum final grade of 75% within one year of passing the sales agent course. It’s crucial to note that the application for the sales agent license, along with the required background check, must be submitted within one (1) year of passing the licensing examination.
Read more about the Maine real estate license requirements.