Do some research if you are looking for a real estate school in Arizona. Ask each school what percentage pass the real estate exam the first time they take it. Passing the real estate exam is only one step of the licensing process – but it’s a critical one. And passing the exam the first time you take it saves time and money.
Let’s take a look at real estate exam pass rates in Arizona. We’ll tell you the average number of students who pass the first time and give you test-taking tips from an industry insider.
PearsonVue administers the 180-question Arizona real estate salesperson exam. Visit the company’s website to schedule the exam and review the Arizona Real Estate Salesperson Examination Content Outline. This outline includes the number of questions on each exam topic. (For example, the salesperson exam has approximately 18 questions on Arizona real estate statutes.)
Arizona requires that you score 75% or higher to pass.
Arizona's first-time exam pass rate is around 60%. Not all states publish data regarding real estate exam pass rates. However, Arizona provides in-depth information, including how many test-takers from each school pass the exam the first time they take it.
You’ll notice that two schools stand apart from all the others if you look at the exam performance summary by school. Arizona School of Real Estate & Business and sister school Hogan School of Real Estate prepared nearly 8,000 students in 2023 to take the real estate exam. In 2023, average pass rates for students in both schools were 78 percent for students who learned online with the schools and 65-68 percent for in-person learners. Both percentages made up the highest first-time pass rates in Arizona for real estate school students.
Passing the Arizona Real Estate Exam on the first try requires preparation, a good understanding of the material, and effective test-taking strategies. Here are some tips to help you pass the exam the first time you take it.
Most students find understanding the exam’s structure helpful so they know how to prepare for it. The Arizona real estate exam consists of two parts: the national portion and the state-specific portion. Review the Arizona Real Estate Candidate Handbook to familiarize yourself with the number of questions, the format, and the topics covered in each section.
Learn how long you have to complete the exam and how many questions are included. Note what time the test starts and review the check-in procedures. Ensure you have the proper documents and IDs to take the exam.
Most real estate agents say they had to prepare for the exam by reviewing course content. Develop a study schedule that allows you to cover all the topics in the exam outline. Allocate more time to areas where you feel less confident. Review key areas such as property ownership, land use controls and regulations, valuation and market analysis, financing, and real estate calculations. A quality pre-license education will help you understand key concepts.
Utilize exam prep materials and attend study sessions. Complete practice exams and review your answers to understand and learn from your mistakes.
On exam day, carefully read each question and all answer choices before selecting your answer. Here are some additional test-taking tips to help with any standardized test:
By following these tips and dedicating sufficient time and effort to your preparation, you can increase your chances of passing the Arizona Real Estate Exam on the first try.
Here are some common reasons people fail the Arizona real estate exam.
One of the most common reasons for failing the real estate exam is inadequate preparation. The exam covers a wide range of topics, and it can be challenging to answer the questions correctly without sufficient study and practice.
Another common reason for failing the real estate exam is a misunderstanding or lack of comprehension of critical concepts. This can be due to incomplete knowledge of fundamental topics or overlooking details when reading exam questions.
Exam anxiety and poor stress management can significantly impact your performance on the real estate exam. High-stress levels can impair your ability to focus and recall information accurately, leading to mistakes. Self-doubt and negative thoughts about your ability to pass the exam can undermine your confidence and affect your performance.
Rebecca Hidalgo Rains is the CEO/Designated Broker of Integrity All Stars Realty, a real estate firm in Chandler, Arizona. She has over 30 years of experience as a REALTOR® and was a former instructor at the Arizona School of Real Estate and Business. Here’s what she has to say about preparing for the Arizona licensing exam.
The best piece of advice is never to give up and don’t drag out taking the test for the first time. So many people paralyze themselves by studying and overthinking the test. They burn themselves out studying and, ironically, are unprepared to pass the test. Do the practice exams and memorize all the questions you got wrong. Take the exam right away, and if you don’t pass, just register again as soon as possible. - Rebecca Hidalgo Rains, Integrity All Stars Realty
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