Arkansas Real Estate Exam Pass Rate (2025)

Arkansas's real estate salesperson exam has a first-attempt pass rate of approximately 56%. With 130 questions and a 70% threshold, focused preparation makes the difference.

The Numbers

• First-attempt pass rate: ~56%
• Passing score: 70% (91/130)
• Total questions: 130 (80 national + 50 state-specific)
• Time allowed: 4 hours
• Administered by: PSI

Why Candidates Fail

Arkansas-specific law gaps: The 50-question state section covers AREC composition, Title 17/Chapter 42, trust account rules, disclosure requirements, and agency law. Many candidates treat this as secondary to national content.

AREC composition: Arkansas's 7-member commission (5 brokers, 1 salesperson, 1 consumer) is a frequently tested fact that candidates often miss — especially the inclusion of a salesperson member (unique among many states).

Trust account timing: Arkansas has specific rules on when earnest money must be delivered to the broker and deposited. These timing requirements are tested.

5-year record retention: Many candidates guess 2 or 3 years — Arkansas requires 5 years for broker records.

What Works

1. Memorize AREC composition (7 members, including 1 salesperson)
2. Know Title 17/Chapter 42 — license types, renewal (2 years), CE requirements
3. Study trust account rules: delivery timing, deposit requirements, 5-year retention
4. Know the Residential Property Disclosure Act scope
5. Score 78%+ on practice exams before scheduling

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