What Our State Licensing Guides Cover
Every guide is tailored specifically to individual state guidelines and Department of Insurance requirements.
Pre-Licensing Hours
Step-by-step breakdown of state mandated education course hours (e.g. 20 hours, 40 hours) and certified course exemptions.
Fees & Providers
Clear listing of exam fees, fingerprinting costs, licensing application expenses, and state testing provider details.
Exam Outline
Insight into question counts, scoring metrics, test durations, and the distribution of general vs. state-specific topics.
Passing Scores
Exact passing percentages (e.g. 70% or scaled score equivalents) and detailed guidelines on what happens if you fail.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Select your state from the interactive map or state grid. Each state guide breaks down the licensing requirements (like pre-licensing hours), licensing application links, testing providers (PSI, Prometric, Pearson VUE), and details on how to register and pass the exam.
Most states require you to complete a specific number of course hours (e.g., 20 or 40 hours per line of authority) from an approved education provider before you are allowed to sit for the state licensing exam. Our guides detail if your state has a pre-licensing requirement and how many hours are required.
Exam costs vary by state and range from $30 to over $100 depending on the provider (PSI, Prometric, or Pearson VUE). Additional fees typically apply for fingerprinting, background checks, and the actual license application. You will find specific fees for each state inside their respective guides.
Yes, we regularly audit and update all state pages for 2026 guidelines, adjusting for state department changes in hours, fees, passing scores, and exam content outlines.