For Future Brooklyn Agents · Updated November 2026

Real Estate School in Brooklyn: Get Your New York License Online

Park Slope, Williamsburg, Bay Ridge or Flatbush: you can complete your 77-hour New York real estate course online from anywhere in Brooklyn, on your schedule, with a live human instructor to keep you on track.

The Short Answer

To get a real estate license in Brooklyn, complete the 77-hour salesperson course, pass the school final exam and the New York State exam, find a sponsoring broker and apply through eAccessNY. The steps are the same in Brooklyn as everywhere in New York State. Our NYC students typically finish the course in 2 to 6 weeks self-paced, or 6 weeks in our hybrid program.

How to Get Your Real Estate License in Brooklyn

1. Take the 77-hour course. Complete it online, self-paced or hybrid.
2. Pass the school final exam. Take it online for the fastest results, or at a proctored location.
3. Pass the NYS state exam. Schedule it in eAccessNY as early as you can. It's just $15, and you can book it before you finish the course.
4. Find a sponsoring broker. Start interviewing Brooklyn brokers while you study.
5. Apply in eAccessNY. Watch your eAccessNY account. That's where your license shows up first.

Want the details on each step? Read How to Get a Real Estate License in New York and How Long It Takes.

Two Ways to Take the Course

Self-Paced: 2 to 6 Weeks

Study whenever it fits around work, family and the commute. Students who set aside regular time each day finish fastest.

Hybrid: 6 Weeks

Self-paced lessons plus a live instructor review on Monday evenings. Human taught, with a schedule that keeps you on track.

Proctored Exam Locations

Most students take the school final exam online for the fastest results. If you'd rather test in person, we have proctored exam locations, including in New York City. See our proctored exam locations.

Other NYC Boroughs

Why Brooklyn Students Choose Manfred

  • Family-owned since 1987. Three generations teaching New York real estate.
  • Human taught. A live instructor review on Monday evenings, not just videos.
  • Online and flexible. Finish the course from anywhere in Brooklyn.
  • Exam prep included with membership. SMART Exam Prep™ helps you pass the state exam the first time.
  • Experience with NYC students. We've helped many New York City students get licensed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I take the real estate course online in Brooklyn?

Yes. You can complete the 77-hour New York salesperson course online, self-paced or in our hybrid program with a live instructor review.

Is a Brooklyn real estate license different from a New York State license?

No. There's one New York State real estate license, issued by the Department of State. It's valid in Brooklyn, across NYC and statewide.

How long does real estate school take in Brooklyn?

Most students finish the 77-hour course in 2 to 6 weeks self-paced, or 6 weeks in our hybrid program.

Where do I take the school final exam?

Most students take it online for the fastest results. Proctored in-person locations are also available.

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77-Hour Course

Salesperson Licensing Course

Self-paced or hybrid with a live, human instructor review on Monday evenings. Family-owned since 1987.

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Requirements and fees can change. Confirm current details with the NYS Department of State Division of Licensing Services.