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The currently linked Pearson VUE fact sheet lists the Florida real estate sales associate exam at $36.75 per attempt. The DBPR sales associate application form lists a separate $62.75 fee. Those two charges total $99.50 before course tuition, fingerprints or optional preparation. Confirm the amount in the official payment process before paying.
The exam fee is one part of the licensing budget. The most useful distinction is what you pay once for the application, what repeats for another exam attempt, and what a school or fingerprint provider prices separately.
Florida exam fees at a glance
| Cost | Published amount or pricing basis | Paid to |
|---|---|---|
| Standard RE 1 sales associate application | $62.75 on the current application form | DBPR |
| Salesperson state examination | $36.75 per attempt on the linked fact sheet | Pearson VUE |
| Application plus one exam attempt | $99.50 subtotal | Separate DBPR and Pearson payments |
| Approved pre-license course | Provider-priced; check the actual package | School |
| Electronic fingerprints | Provider-priced; confirm all included charges | Fingerprint provider |
| Optional exam-prep product | Free or paid, depending on the product | Prep provider |
| Optional formal examination review | Confirm the current review fee when arranging it | Pearson VUE under DBPR's process |
The $99.50 subtotal assumes the standard application and one attempt. It is not a full licensing cost, and fee benefits or a different approved pathway can change an individual's charges. Use the full license-cost guide for the broader budget.
Source dates matter: Pearson still links a fact sheet carrying a 2017 publication date. Its listed salesperson fee is $36.75. This article identifies it as the currently linked publication, rather than claiming Pearson published a new 2026 fee schedule. The source check was October 20, 2026.
When do you pay the $36.75 exam fee?
The Pearson fact sheet says payment is due when reserving the appointment. It lists credit card and electronic-check payment, with instructions to contact Pearson if those options are unavailable. It says payment is not accepted at the test center.
The fee covers one examination appointment. It does not include your course, application, fingerprints, another attempt or a prep app. Paying Pearson also does not create DBPR eligibility. Use the application-to-booking walkthrough if you are not yet authorized.
Is the DBPR application fee included?
No. The current RE 1 application lists $62.75 separately. Paying DBPR does not reserve a Pearson seat, and buying an exam-prep course does not pay either official charge unless a provider expressly includes and supplies a valid voucher.
If a school advertises an all-in package, ask which exact payments it covers. Get the exam voucher, fingerprint inclusion, course-access period and refund conditions in writing. A phrase such as "everything you need" is not an itemized bill.
What should you check in course and fingerprint quotes?
School and fingerprint prices vary. Compare the actual offer for your situation rather than copying an old total from another candidate.
| Quote | Ask whether it includes |
|---|---|
| Pre-license course | Approved 63-hour course, final examination, access period and materials |
| Course retake or extension | Additional final attempts, extension fees and any required waiting period |
| Fingerprints | Vendor service, required processing charges and correct DBPR routing |
| Exam-prep package | Access duration, Florida coverage, support and renewal/subscription terms |
| Claimed exam voucher | Exact exam, amount, expiry and redemption instructions |
Budget example, not a market quote: If your chosen course costs $250 and your fingerprint quote is $70, the standard application and one exam attempt bring those four items to $419.50: $250 + $70 + $62.75 + $36.75. Substitute your actual provider quotes. Travel and optional prep would be extra.
How much does a retake cost?
At the published $36.75 rate, each additional attempt requires another examination fee.
| Total attempts | Exam fees only | With one standard $62.75 application |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $36.75 | $99.50 |
| 2 | $73.50 | $136.25 |
| 3 | $110.25 | $173.00 |
| 4 | $147.00 | $209.75 |
These totals assume the same valid application and education credit remain usable. If either expires, you may face other requirements and costs. Course-final retake charges are set by the school and are separate from these state-exam attempts.
Allow for another trip, time off work and a new available seat. Those costs depend on you. They are not official fees and should not be presented as a universal dollar estimate. Use the retake guide to check timing and eligibility.
When can you lose an appointment fee?
| Situation | What the official instructions mean for your budget |
|---|---|
| Change completed before the penalty-free deadline | Pearson's policy permits a change without penalty; follow its booking process |
| Late cancellation or no-show | The paid fee may be lost and another reservation can require a new fee |
| Late arrival that cannot be accommodated | Can be treated as a no-show |
| Missing acceptable ID or valid course proof | Can prevent admission while leaving the fee payable |
| Documented emergency | Ask Pearson whether the excused-absence process applies; approval is not automatic |
Pearson requires two full calendar days before the test for a change without penalty. Its table puts the deadline for a Monday appointment at midnight on the preceding Friday. That is why counting back exactly 48 hours can fail.
DBPR lists possible excused absences including illness, an immediate-family death, disabling traffic accident, court or jury duty, and military duty. The booklet calls for written verification and supporting documents no later than four days after the original date. Contact Pearson promptly for the applicable instructions.
Before that cancellation cutoff, use the exam-day checklist to check your ID, valid certificate and travel plan. Correcting a document problem early can avoid an unnecessary lost attempt.
What does a formal review cost?
The DBPR examination review page requires payment of the appropriate review fee when scheduling. This review did not establish a current public dollar amount specifically for the sales associate review.
Ask Pearson's Florida program team for the fee before booking. Do not substitute a review fee listed for construction, architecture or another profession. A paid formal review is also different from the free explanation of a practice-test answer. See the review-session guide for the deadline and conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is $36.75 the whole cost of getting licensed?
No. It is the currently published fee for one salesperson exam attempt. The standard application, course and fingerprints are separate, followed by any applicable costs after passing.
Do I pay DBPR again every time I fail?
An ordinary retake requires another Pearson examination fee. Do not automatically add a new DBPR application fee if the existing application and eligibility remain valid. Check your actual status and both validity periods.
Is the exam fee refundable?
The linked fact sheet describes fees as nonrefundable and nontransferable. Pearson separately permits cancellation or rescheduling without penalty when completed before its deadline. Follow the specific booking process and obtain confirmation; do not assume a cash refund or exception.
What if the payment screen shows a different amount?
Check that you selected the correct exam and contact the official provider to resolve the difference. The amount for your actual reservation or application must be confirmed there. A cached article or school estimate should not override an official payment instruction.
Does an app purchase include my state-exam fee?
Pass Florida's app purchase pays for study access. It does not pay DBPR or Pearson, submit your license application or reserve an exam appointment.
Check your preparation before buying another attempt
Use the free timed practice exam to identify subjects that need work, then review your mistakes. If you want more questions and guided practice, download Pass Florida and explore the free account before deciding on the one-time paid package. No prep purchase guarantees a pass or saves a specific number of retake fees.
Sources and methodology
Checked October 20, 2026. Official amounts come from the linked RE 1 form and Pearson fact sheet. Cancellation and admission conditions come from Pearson's live Florida page and the DBPR booklet. Retake totals are arithmetic at those published rates. The $250 course and $70 fingerprint figures are explicitly illustrative assumptions, not current provider quotes.
