Kaplan Real Estate Education Reviews and Promo Codes

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Based on 59 reviews

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Kaplan Real Estate Education Reviews

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Mikkeal

Garbage little to no instruction or help on anything spent enough money on outside resources to complete everything this shit is missing highly disappointed and wasted alot of my time highly recommend another school

Everything lack of instruction lack of resources and help took months to get a email for help back

Avoid this school way better programs that teach at a better level with more available resources

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RENATA

I have take 3x tests and all of them I got exactly the same results and failed it. They do not let me check my answers. I believe their system change my answers. I just lost money and time with them. Their test-taking system was so problematic. The system was literally changing my answers.

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Julia

What do I like about Kaplan? Absolutely nothing. They are a company of scammers who utilize a faulty test-taking system and refuse to address it.

Their test-taking system was so problematic. The system was literally changing my answers. I would go between questions to review and see that the system had auto-saved answers that I did not select. Their technical support team admitted that was the case at times but then started ghosting me when I asked for a retake or a resolution. They want me to pay for and take the class again even though it was because of their system that I failed. It has been over 2 weeks since any response from their technical support team.

Please don't utilize this scam for your education. Kaplan is untrustworthy, unreliable, and do not care about their students' success.

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Illa Hruska

I really can’t think of anything I liked. I think that this course has so much improvements that need to be made.

They need more video content for people like myself who learn better visually

I took 2 practice exams today and they both timed out on me even though I was actively moving my mouse around trying to avoid this from happening. There is no way I was stuck on my question for 20 minutes because I had just gotten to this question. Now I only have one more try before I have to retake the course. I’m so sad because I was so certain I was going to pass both exams I took today. This is a flaw that needs to be fixed!

Also, you should allow more practice exams before forcing someone to retake the course.

This has been such a waste of my time.

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Vic

Their reading materials are well-written albeit a bit long and redundant.

Easy to purchase and manage courses.

I've run into many errors within their system. In one course, the final quiz of my unit wasn't ready. The system said no questions had been generated and it took their support team 4 days to get the issue resolved with a lot of back-and-forth.

Their final exam for one unit was changing my answers. I contacted the support team and they said that scrolling can change your selection. Seriously? Why wouldn't I be scrolling and going back and forth between questions.

Their test questions are either badly written, don't make sense, or are unhelpful to your success in real estate brokerage.

Their test system doesn't match up to course instructions. After failing the first exam, you're supposed to take at least 3 days to study and retry but the system doesn't reinforce this.

I recommend using a different test prep course.

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Judy W.

Kaplan is so professional. It is easy to complete your education online at your convenience. In classroom education is very good also. You won't leave with any unanswered questions. Reasonable prices are also nice. Kaplan is a great way to complete your education. No doubts about the instructors or the grading.

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Kaleb

I like that Kaplan is flexible and straight forward. These are the things you need to get done and you can make it work to your time frame. I felt some of the exam prep was tedious and I couldn’t find the best way for me to prepare effectively. You get as much out as you put in.

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Nicholas

I liked the fact I was able to do it at my own pace. This real estate school was inexpensive, and the content was very thorough. I think it was good overall and doesn't need any major changes, but they should just continue to make sure they are keeping the content up to date with the policies & legislation. If you choose doing courses online, make sure that you are a self starter, because otherwise, you won't get done on time. Technical support was great. I was able to call & get any issues fixed in 15 minutes.

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Jamie

I like that I had books in my hand instead of just online. Love it! Highly recommend to my friends and family. I know it’s challenging in the beginning but you got this!

However, I wish that you could see what you miss on the tests. I hate that I could not see it.

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Michael M

The system was very easy to use and effective! I have not been someone to be self taught when learning new things but I was able to this time and I feel it was due to the resources provided. Kaplan really needs to talk about the practice tests that are in their system and figure out how to get to them to improve them. Make sure you do the practice tests!

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S.C.

I like that I was at home and that I could pace myself to my liking. I also liked that I was able to watch the videos when I wanted to, and the curriculum was not complicated at all. The only thing I'd suggest for them to change is the powerpoints and the background. They were all the same, and it would be nice to see a bit of change throughout the course to make it more entertaining. I would advise that you be prepared, thorough, and that you put in the time to complete it.

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George

Compared to a lot of my friends' schools, mine was the easiest out of all of them. The program had all the right material I needed for my exam, and it covered almost everything that was on the national and state portion. While taking the courses, don't think too hard about things because it will get frustrating. Especially at the beginning because the first two courses are super long.

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Kaplan Real Estate Education Customer

I liked that I could use an actual book, and it wasn't all online. The curriculum was just about right, and it was entertaining and interesting. I'd suggest working through the information quickly, only because after a while, the information usually is forgotten. It's better to get through it quickly and take the exam shortly after. It was a very good price, and it was definitely worth it.

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Wendy

Courses are easily accessible from wherever you are. I have an extremely busy schedule, so the learn at your own pace was perfect for me. That being said, the system glitches or times out during testing . Automatic fail. Happened multiple times. Unfortunately I had to repeat the course because of this.

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Kaplan Real Estate Education Customer

I felt incredibly prepared when I walked into the exams. I could tell that the test prep had all the pieces I needed to review for the exams because I finished fast and passed both exams with flying colors.

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Cindy S.

I chose Kaplan for my Real Estate CE on a whim. I found the online portal to be intuitive and easy to use. I enjoyed the option to download the course and read at my own pace rather than having to sit and click page by page to get through the class. This made a huge difference in my ability to absorb the material. I will choose Kaplan for my future real estate continuing education. I had the best experience out of the four or five times I’ve had to take continuing education courses for my profession. Keep up the good work!

The cost of Kaplan is competitive with other education providers. I found the method of delivery to be effective for my learning style, and I was able to quickly complete the courses with a solid understanding of the material. I would not recommend this as much for agents who are auditory learners, unless there is an option for videos or live classes.

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Hazael Dominguez

Only take the course if you need someone to read to you power points, which are required to fill up workbooks they provide for their own proctored exams. I am better off reading this information myself at my pace. Waste of time and money.

Kaplan really needs to give us access to the power points. What is the point of you providing us the workbooks if we are gonna end up with some blanks here and there? I don't see the point in that, it's a course we already paid you for. Rip off

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S.T.

I like that I was able to study from home, it was very convenient. In my opinion, I thought it wasn't easy getting through it because of the learning style, but it's definitely manageable. If you feel comfortable with self-study and you need a convenient way to get your license, this is the way to go.

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Berenice

It was all laid out perfectly, easy access, and easy to understand. The difficulty was adequate, not too hard nor easy, and it had quite entertaining examples. It was a good online course, and if you ever have any issues, technical support responds fast.

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Denise

I liked that it offered Online courses and that you could schedule your own proctored tests. It made it so much easier not to have to wait for an assigned Proctor.

There were several instances where the person on the video would say the exact opposite of what was on the screen. There was even a paragraph in the book that was referencing a buyer agent when it should have been sellers agent (or the other way around. I don’t remember now).. I sent all of this to them in my feedback during the course. I never got a response. Very disappointed at the lack of professionalism.
I also did not like that some of the material was in the book and not in the videos or vice versa! Given that this was a self paced virtual course, it seemed to me that everything should have been covered in print and in video. That way people with different learning styles could could still get all the same information.
The mistakes in the material mentioned above were the biggest concerns for me though. I would NEVER recommend this course!

Take Champions courses instead of Kaplan!

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Tamorah McWilliams

The study groups were very helpful and the instructors were great always prompt on answering questions and returning emails.

The customer service side needed more people bc wait times were long. On the proctor side I believe a few more people would have helped bc we would have to wait several weeks to take our tests it was hard.

Overall the education was great. I passed the exam the first time

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Sandy

Kaplan Real Estate Education has great people and I learned what I need to know to pass the Real Estate Exam. I would highly recommend them.

It was everything I needed.

Sign up with Kaplan today!

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Kaplan Real Estate Education Customer

It was great! The course content, books, online tech support were awesome. I learned & studied a lot to retain all the information & passed the state exam. Highly recommended.

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Clara

The class was very effective. I liked that they gave us both practice textbooks online and a physical version. Although I thought they were very long and didn't need to dive into some sections, they helped me leading to exams. Be sure to take it all seriously because it doesn't take to long to complete if you're determined enough. Furthermore, before the licensing exams, take the test prep and study, and you should be fine.

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Blake W

Course is well designed from an information stand point, videos are helpful. The tests allow you to come back if you do not have time to finish. However, THIS APPLICATION IS HORRIBLE. IT WILL CONSISTENTLY "TIME OUT" (aka not save your work and make you start over), It takes over an hour to finish a 30 question test because the system will freeze and become unresponsive. This is the biggest waste of money and time, I wish I could go back and just do the in-person classes. I was going this route so I could complete after I get done with my day job; not worth it in the slightest.

I would like to encourage you not to buy this course. It is more headache than it is educational.

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Aby

I liked the availability and being able to do everything at my own time. Everything was thorough in every aspect, but I do wish there would've been better instruction on how to use the website, tasks we needed to do, in what order, and how to do them. I would also suggest investing in additional products like the classroom, test prep, and all because it will help in the end.

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Kaplan Real Estate Education Customer

I like that I was able to complete everything at home, and the book they provided was absolutely the best. I thought the material was a bit difficult, but it was all very good and professional. It was also expensive, in my opinion, but it's a lot cheaper than going to an in-person school. The only thing I'd say they need to include is more interaction options like zoom calls or videos. That way, it's more entertaining and helps visual learners.

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Marques B

Very easy to use online, but due to my lack of experience with their courses I cannot offer much advice on how they compare to other agencies. The one I did take went well and the instructor was informative, thorough and great.

They should add a disclaimer to their BICUP courses that this will not satisfy the 12 hour Broker In Charge Course that is only offered by NCREC.

The description of their BICUP course made it seem like it would satisfy part of my 12hr BIC course that is only offered by NCREC. I completed the online/OnDemand (NOT live) portion and went back to research what it would take to finish the NCREC 12 hour requirement and learned that the course offered by Kaplan was not at all what I needed. I called back for a refund and although they suffered no loss and the course portion I completed cannot be used whatsoever towards any of my C/E requirements, they refused to refund the entire amount and only offered me a partial refund even though I explained the above. I even added that they would lose a customer for life and they did not care. I will never recommend this to anyone of my three real estate companies that conduct business in 3 different states or use this agency for anything in the future. I did all the work and lost all my time and I am the only one that suffered a loss. They would not even give me a credit toward next years C/E requirements. Not the type of company I like to do business with. I would understand if I could have used the Course towards 2022 CE requirement, got a future credit or took the live portion where a teach put in the time, but that did not happen. I get nothing unfortunately.

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V.G.

I took the Kaplan pre-licensing course in Texas, which is about 180 hours worth of work. It was very helpful, easy to learn, and surprisingly interactive.

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Misty

Getting through there courses was very simplified, and I liked the test set up they had. The tech support was terrific, I had to extend my education and they were happy to help and do that for me. It was a great price and it was very convenient even for a full time working mom with four children.

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C.V.

Kaplan's test prep helped me. I struggled with that state portion of it all, and this test prep was spot on with both state and national portions. Without it, I don't think I would've passed the state exam.

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Kaitie

I opted for Kaplan’s online real estate education. I want to start by saying I loved Rolfe Kurtyka in the online lectures--I found him to be invaluable and a great educator. However, I experienced bad communication from the more local course contacts right off the bat, that got me off to an unfortunate start--I read 1.5 textbooks I shouldn't have before being guided to the right one to start with, due to a misspelling of my email address and confusing syllabus instructions.

The videos and questions asked thereafter do not always match up. The course outlines you are asked to fill out and chapters also do not match up, which is counterintuitive to the learning process and frustrating. Workbook reference figures sometimes don't exist. Random question boxes popped up in the courses unannounced that don't apply. The final exams I took have variations of questions that I had not seen before, which I feel shouldn’t have been the case--they should have come up in some variation in quizzes before. As someone else mentioned, 5%(-8%) of the “correct” quiz and test answers are actually incorrect. One example: "The timeline is July 1 through September 30--with THIRTY days in each month [...]." In another example, Net Loan Proceeds are a debit to the broker, but in a T/F question in a Unit Review Test, the "correct" answer is that it's a credit to the broker. It makes you wonder to what degree you’re learning things as wrong or right.

You're also only given a limited amount of chances to pass practice final tests OR there is a limited amount of questions in the bank-- this could stand for improvement to really increase our chances on the big exam day. If I hadn't been collecting previous test questions diligently on the side, I might not have been as poised for later success. Also, I believe if I had not taken free real estate exams found online after completing my Kaplan coursework, I wouldn’t have been properly prepared—especially as relates to the National Portion math I was met with on exam day. Overall, I wish I had researched courses to see which were better rated, because $1,115 is a big commitment of funds. I am not satisfied with my investment, though I did pass my licensing exam with 134/154 correct the first time (which I suppose is the point after all). This is by a big effort of my own, however. I would encourage others to shop around before investing in Kaplan for this course. They are great for other subject matter, I have heard. This course could stand for improvement, in my opinion—some updating, as others have said. I would advise others to be wary.

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Kaplan Real Estate Education Customer

I thought it was good. It was very useful because it was more of a summary of the whole program, so it was a lot easier to go through than having to go through the curriculum. It was about 70% similar to the state and national exam, which is very close.

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Kaplan Real Estate Education Customer

Kaplan has a really good test prep. I thought it really covered all its marks, and I passed on my first try. Without it, I don't think I would have passed them on the first go. Definitely worth studying.

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Kaplan Real Estate Education Customer

Kaplan has a self-guided process, so I was able to do online. I don't think there is anything to improve. It was a good course. I would suggest that you set a good study schedule and purchase the test prep, it will really help in the end.

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A.O

This test prep in my experience was outstanding. I thought it was a lot harder, and it over prepared me for the actual test.

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Kaplan Real Estate Education Customer

It was ok. I liked the flexibility and the fact that it was online, which made it easier to fit in my schedule. In my opinion, the curriculum was a bit boring, and I had a lot of tech issues that weren't resolved as fast as I wanted them to. Another thing that can be adjusted is the tests, and it was frustrating that we had to take them repeatedly until we got all the questions right. It made it very difficult that in the end, I wouldn't even care about retaining the information, I would try to get the answers right and continue onto the next chapter. I would say to do all your research on which school would be beneficial to you.

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J.H.

I thought this test prep was great. It was super helpful, and it contained all the necessary information I needed to know for the exams. I'd definitely vouch for this test prep, very useful and effective.

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D.W.

It was all straightforward, and it was super convenient to use. The curriculum was laid out pretty well. I never had an issue with it whatsoever. The only thing was that the material didn't pertain to my profession, only because I am on the commercial side of real estate, and it focuses more on residential.

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Jackie

I thought it was convenient. The curriculum was informative and wasn't difficult at all to get through. Be sure to study and take as many notes as you can. It is affordable compared to actual in-person classes, and it is very effective.

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Ana

I enjoyed it. I liked the practice exams they provided, they really helped on the test and helped me retain a lot of the information. I also liked the electronic book they provided rather than having an actual book because it was easy finding keywords rather than going through so many pages by hand. I had a good experience, and it was very entertaining. This program will give you an idea if you'll like real estate or not.

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Kaplan Real Estate Education Customer

I did the in-person option and passed my test with flying colors. If you are on the fence, I'd recommend going with the in-person option.

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Mimi

I like that it was all online and that it was very user friendly. I honestly thought the curriculum was good, it wasn't too hard nor easy, and it provided all the necessary information that was needed for the exams. I do wish that they would've set up a group email or contact so we could feel like we were in a class together. I would've enjoyed that very much. It was a good program, and I felt very well prepared for the exams. I recommend it.

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Kaplan Real Estate Education Customer

I really love Kaplan's live classes - the instructors are so funny, and they keep me interested in all the material. They are all experienced, which makes me feel like I'm learning from people who know what they are talking about. I will take the test soon and I am feeling good.

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Tatum

Texas. I liked Kaplan because I could take the courses online. You need good work ethic to finish online classes, but as long as you set aside time each week, it is not very hard to finish. I passed the Texas real estate exam on the first try.

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Ana

I really liked the test prep. I actually took a lot of them and thought this one was the best. A lot of the material I learned was on the test. It actually covered almost everything. It really helped me passed my exams, and without it, I wouldn't have been very confident.

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Kaplan Real Estate Education Customer

The guy who narrated the whole program was professional and gave us a good impression with no edits. I thought the curriculum was a bit boring, but it was all straightforward and to the point. I do think that it would make it a lot better if they'd add more quizzes, but it was a very good program in general.

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Tracy F

I like it. I have taken this online program twice. My wife is currently going to another real estate school, and she only uses my material from Kaplan. I'd highly recommend it. The only suggestions I'd have are that the information is redundant, and they need to bring in more certifications for continuing education (property management and property preservation). I thought it was a bit pricey, but I did pass my exams on the first try, so it was worth the investment in the end.

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Cameron

Great way to get licensed! If you need a self-paced option, I recommend going through online resources. They did have a good structure & practice testing did help a lot to retain all the info provided. They had awesome resources which I recommend to use them all & study as hard as you can. I think if you're considering getting licensed online, to find the best option according to price & reviews. If you're more of a hands-on type of person & you have the money, go to an in-person school. I did go through Kaplan because I have used it before & I was already familiar. It's good & it's a reasonable price. Of course, there's always room for improvement in the class itself!

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Jennifer Blanton

I used Kaplan twice for two states and I love it. The teachers & curriculum is awesome and very informative. I learned a lot & would definitely come back to it if I need any more licenses.

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G.G.

I liked that I was able to get everything online and that it was user friendly. Everything was easy to access, and it was incredibly well informed. I'd definitely recommend this program, and I suggest to study all the material they provide, especially the book material. I thought the program was fun and entertaining overall. I felt very confident when it came to that state and national exam, especially after using outside material on YouTube for extra studying. They have excellent pricing, and I highly recommend it.

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Kaplan Real Estate Education Customer

The instructors are really good, and I like that they have both online and in-person options (so you can choose what works best for you). I found the review before the final exam to be helpful for preparing for it.

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I recommend it.

Michael F

I was able to study both online and on campus. I got good hands-on industry information through teachers and guest speakers. The online portion made my learning much easier to prepare me for the quizzes and final test. If you are pursuing a career in real estate, I recommend you take these classes. I passed the test, have my license, and am enjoying working in the industry.

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S.C.

Kaplan is perfect for me, because I am able to manage my work schedule with my studying time. It gives me time to take care of the children and my chores. I personally don't like online schools really. I prefer classrooms because they are more hand on, but because of my current situation, it's working fine for now. If you do the Kaplan course, be sure to give yourself set hours for studying. Everything is really easy to understand, just be sure to follow the course guide.

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Angela

I liked it because it was self paced, and easy to follow and complete. The program was very comprehensive, and it helped me prepare very well for the state exam. The only issue that was very inconvenient was the proctoring. It would be very convenient if they found a way to make it easier for future agents. The course was tough to get through, but I highly recommend it. It very well structured and helped me pass my exams.

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Kaplan Real Estate Education Customer

I liked it, and I like how they gave you every bit of information and all the materials for in-person or online. I chose to do both in-person and online - it was great. I do think that when doing in-person classes, they should be more flexible with the hours only because it was hard attending the time they had available. Online was a lot more convenient for me because I was able to work on it whenever possible. Some advice for future agents, don't let all the information overwhelm you, it will get easier.

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Kaplan Real Estate Education Customer

The Kaplan test prep was very helpful. It gave me an idea of how the state and national exam were going to look like. It really did prepare me well and I passed my exams on the first try.

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CD

I mainly chose Kaplan because it was self-paced. The best advice I could give is to make a schedule to work on it every day. The information was thorough and well thought out, but I do wish they would guide us on the daily aspects of real estate.

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Kaplan Real Estate Education Customer

The teachers are fantastic (5 stars). That said, my classrooms were always packed with people, I felt like I barely had enough room for my books and notes.

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About Kaplan Real Estate Education

Kaplan Real Estate Education is part of Kaplan Professional that caters to professionals across industries like accounting, engineering, IT, insurance, health care, and finance.  Kaplan Real Estate Education offers real estate training in about 29 states. You can take your pre-licensing course or complete continuing education through up to 5 modes of delivery (including online and in-person).  Kaplan is widely regarded as one of the biggest brands in education.

Kaplan Real Estate Education resulted from several acquisitions made by Kaplan, Inc. In 1998, Kaplan, Inc. acquired the Dearborn Financial Corporation. At the time, Dearborn owned four real estate schools, including the George Leonard School of Real Estate. Over the years, Kaplan has bought out other institutions, including The Real Estate School (2005),  Bob Hogue School of Real Estate, and J.Y. Monk (2017). Through its history, one can see how big of a brand Kaplan is and why it has become a household name in real estate education. 

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Kaplan Real Estate Education Courses


laptop-2411303_1280Real Estate Licensing & Continuing Education (CE)

You can get your real estate license from Kaplan in 26 states.  If you’re a sales associate, their CE courses will help you meet education requirements to maintain or renew your license. 

Real Estate Exam Prep Courses

Kaplan helps students prepare for the state real estate test via tools like:  

    • National & State PSI Drill and Practice QBank – The online test engine takes students through hundreds of questions. You can even customize areas of testing to improve on your weaknesses. 
    • Study groups – These online interactive groups bring together students and instructors nationally. You’ll discuss national content.  
    • Accelerator – A 2-day online interactive course that prepares you for the exam. You also get a 4-week coaching program that prepares you for success in your career. 

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Broker Upgrade License Courses and Continuing Education

Sales associates can further their education and become brokers in up to 29 states. Brokers receive continuing education to maintain & renew their licenses and grow their businesses.

Other courses offered

    • Kaplan Real Estate Education Appraisal Course
    • Contractor Pre-licensing Training, Prep & Renewal
    • Remodeler Continuing Education
    • Home Inspection Education

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Kaplan’s Course Delivery Options


  1. Classroom: You attend a class with other trainees and interact with the instructor.
  2. OnDemand: Features pre-recorded classes. Unlike a live class, you can actually pause, and review bits you don’t understand.
  3. Live online: It’s like attending an in-person class, only that you can do it from your office or home without commuting.  
  4. Home Study: Includes a printed-textbook with some chapters offered online. 
  5. Online: Completely self-paced. You cover the course in text-based chapters organized into units. There are few videos mixed in with the content. 

Kaplan’s Real Estate Curriculum

The complaint we hear most often is a similar one we hear about most real estate schools…Kaplan Real Estate teaches you enough to pass the real estate exam, but not the ins and outs of the topics you need to know to be a successful estate agent (like real estate website builders, the best real estate lead generation companies, or the best real estate CRMs).

The Kaplan course covers the basics, but like most real estate courses lacks info about what to do once you’ve passed. Most notably, it doesn’t cover the best real estate software as you’re starting out, how to bring in buyer leads, or how to find the right real estate CRM (even if you’re looking for a free CRM tool). If you’re looking for more advanced topics like real estate adsbuilding your own real estate lead generation website, which real estate marketing tools you’ll need,  how to build a successful social media strategy, or even just real estate marketing ideas in general, you will need to complete those studies on your own.

Kaplan ProsKaplan Cons
Can choose between in person, online, or hybrid coursesLack of tutoring assistance
Instructors are people working in real estateRedundant materials 
High pass rates Hard to get a refund

Kaplan Real Estate Education FAQs

Online classes are budget-friendly and written by people working in real estate. They can adapt the content to emerging needs.

With the exam prep, you receive adequate practice with their proprietary test engine. There is a free career toolbox (in the website’s resource section). There, you’ll find career advice, industry news, webinar series, and more. 

Many agents would recommend Kaplan to a friend.  The top praises of Kaplan is that the instructors are engaging and knowledgeable, and the class instruction and environment are conducive to learning real estate effectively.

The bad: The school lacks a payment plan or tuition assistance program. Students might struggle to pay for the more expensive classroom-based programs.

California, Colorado, Minnesota, North Carolina, Texas, Wisconsin, New Mexico, & Florida.

For online courses, you might pay anywhere from $200 to $700. Live classroom courses  start at $999. Get up to date pricing info by checking out programs they offer in your state.

Kaplan Real Estate Education works with state real estate commissions. They submit their courses to have them approved.  Before purchasing a pre-licensing or continuing education course, make sure it’s from an accredited provider. 

Kaplan is approved by 23 different state real estate commissions. They only sell courses in states in which they’re officially license or accredited. Thousands of people have successfully completed courses from them and have gone on to pass their licensing exam.

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About the Author

Chris Heller brings 27 years of experience in real estate. Chris serves on the AgentAdvice Editorial Board and is the Chief Real Estate Officer at OJO Labs. Chris brings deep expertise having held influential industry positions including CEO of mellohome and former CEO of Keller Williams Realty International.

Last Updated: 12/15/2023