Online Illinois Broker Pre-Licensing Course

A managing broker can do everything that a broker can do, plus they are able to open and operate a real estate brokerage firm as well as overseeing the licensees that they sponsor at the firm. Managing brokers can also choose to be self-sponsored where they simply work independently but do not sponsor additional licensees.

Webinar sessions for the 60-Hour Topics course are optional, and available only for students who have purchased the Live Webinar + Exam Prep Illinois Broker Webinar Real Estate Licensepackage. These webinars will allow you to reinforce what you’re learning in the course textbook. If you want to participate in these optional webinars, you’ll start with Session 1 of Topics, which can be easily scheduled as soon as you login to your online course.

You’ll be able to take all nine optional Topics webinar sessions on your schedule. They are conveniently offered mornings (9 a.m. to 12 p.m. CST), afternoons (1 p.m. to 4 p.m. CST), and evenings (6 p.m. to 9 p.m. CST). We offer Session 1 weekly, so you can jump in and start as soon as you're ready.

All students who have purchased the Live Webinar + Exam Prep package will have their Applied Real Estate Principles course taught via live webinar. You’ll be able to schedule your webinars in the course. Applied sessions are offered multiple times per week at 9:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., 3:30 p.m., and 6:30 p.m. CST. You can complete all your Applied sessions in as little as one week. The Applied sessions do not need to be taken in order but should be taken after you do your Topics coursework.

As soon as you enroll, you can access your courses, see the upcoming available sessions, and start selecting dates and times that work within your schedule. You have the flexibility to schedule your sessions when it's convenient for you, and you can finish your entire program in as quick as a few weeks!
 

Depending on which pre-licensing provider you choose, an Illinois real estate broker license can cost anywhere from $550-1200. Here is a breakdown of the costsIllinois Cost Of Illinois Real Estate License Career Center:

• Pre-License Real Estate School Courses: $300 to $900

• Exam Fee: $58 per attempt

• Application Fee: $150

• Fingerprinting Fee: $50 to $100

The Illinois real estate broker pre-licensing course is broken into two sections:

• 60-Hour Broker Pre-License Topics

  • License Law

  • Real Property

  • Federal Laws

  • Structure of Agency

  • Seller Relationships and Counseling

  • Buyer Relationships and Counseling

  • Illinois Law

  • Advertising and Technology

  • Appraisal and Comparative Market Analysis

  • Financing

  • Real Estate Calculations

  • Contracts in Real Estate

  • Transfer of Title

  • Leasing and Property Management

• 15-Hour Broker Pre-License Applied Real Estate Principles

  • Practice Real-World Scenarios: Gain hands-on experience through role-playing, case studies, and "what-if" exercises to navigate real estate transactions confidently.

  • Apply Legal and Ethical Principles: Learn to implement the laws and rules studied in the 60-hour Broker Topics course in practical situations with buyers and sellers.

  • Enhance Problem-Solving Skills: Develop critical thinking and situational awareness to address challenges and opportunities in real estate practice effectively.

Looking for individual courses? We also offer standalone 60-hour Broker Pre-licensing Topics or your 15-hour Applied Real Estate Principles Illinois Broker Individual Courses Real Estate Licensecourses.

In Illinois, a broker is equivalent to an agent or salesperson in other states. They assist clients with purchasing and selling all types of property. Illinois brokers can also assist with leasing agreements for either the renter or the landlord. However, all the work a broker does has to be under the supervision of a managing broker.

We offer two unique formats for the Illinois Broker Pre-Licensing course. Both include the full 75 hours of education required to qualify for your real estate license.

Interactive, Self-Paced

This format is flexible and designed to fit your schedule. You can take the entire course at your own pace, anytime, anywhere. Choose to include our PrepAgent state exam prep or opt out, depending on your needs.

If you learn best through bite-sized videos, games, and interactive content, this option is a great fit. It’s packed with engaging, science-backed activities proven to improve comprehension, boost focus and motivation, and help you retain key concepts.

Live Webinars + Exam PrepIllinois Broker Webinar Real Estate License

This format combines structure and speed to help you stay on track. It includes PrepAgent state exam prep and comes with both a printed and digital textbook for the 60-Hour Broker Pre-License Topics course.

You’ll have the option to attend live webinars where instructors bring concepts to life and answer your questions in real time. After completing the Topics course, you’ll move on to the 15-Hour Applied Real Estate Principles course, delivered through six live webinars focused on real-world scenarios. You’ll gain hands-on experience through role-playing, case studies, and “what-if” exercises that help you confidently navigate real estate transactions.

If you prefer a more traditional classroom feel, with instructor support and peer interaction, the Live Webinars + Exam Prep format is likely your best match.