Pre-License Information

IAR Licensing and Training Centers
Pre-License Course Offerings

Pre-license Course Schedule
IAR Online Pre-License Courses
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Download Home Study Order Form (pdf file)
Pre-License Store

Whether your interest in real estate is personal or you are considering a career in real estate, our program will fit your needs. Material and courses are updated to ensure the instruction is meaningful, relevant and timely. Our program is geared toward adult learning.

To Begin

You need to successfully complete the Real Estate Transaction Course (The Pre-license Course).
This mandatory basic course is for all salespersons. Successful completion fulfills the Illinois pre-license 45-hour basic transactions course requirement.
This course covers all factors involved in real estate transactions: finance, real property law, property, listing, agreements, taxes, legal descriptions, Illinois License Law and ethics.

Course Options

Classroom courses are now available in a variety of locations throughout Illinois.
Online Pre-License Courses are also offered.
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A home study course is also available through the IAR REALTOR Store. For additional information, visit the Online Pre-License Store, or call 800/529-2696.

Requirements for Licensing

at least 21 years old,
have successfully completed the pre-license 45-hour basic transactions course,
be sponsored by a licensed broker,
have passed the state exam, and
be a high school graduate or equivalent (G.E.D.).

Licensing Information

Inquiries regarding a real estate license exam can be directed to the Office of Banks and Real Estate, Real Estate Division: 217/782-3414.

School Policies

Attendance is required.
All absences up to 10 percent must be made up.
Missing more than 10 percent of the course results in failure.
Course completion requires a minimum of 75 percent or higher on the final exam.

Tuition

Pre-license classes are $295, which includes course materials.
Some branch locations offer an advance registration fee of $275.

Refund Policy

A $25 fee is non-refundable.
Written cancellation of enrollment received by IAR prior to the class start date will entitle the student to a refund of all other fees.
50 percent of the tuition will be withheld if registration is cancelled within 10 hours after class begins. No refund will be issued thereafter.

Repeat privilege

Any IAR real estate transactions student who fails receives one free retake exam and/or may repeat the course within one year on a space-available basis at no additional tuition.