Total costs typically run $290–$590, covering the 60-hour pre-license course ($150–$450), the $44 PSI exam fee, and the $98 salesperson license application fee.

You'll need a commitment from a licensed Maryland broker as part of your application. You can apply for an inactive license and find a broker within a set window afterward, or affiliate right away to go active immediately.

70% on each portion, passed separately: at least 56 of 80 questions on the national section and 21 of 30 on the Maryland-specific section.

One year to the day from your course completion date. If you don't sit for and pass the exam within that window, you'll need to retake the pre-license course.

Most people finish in 4–12 weeks, depending on how quickly they move through the 60-hour course and get an exam slot booked with PSI.