Real estate school launches in Springfield

August 11, 2026 - 03:07

A new school has opened in Springfield, giving local residents a way to earn their state real estate license without traveling out of town. The venture, which started classes this week, is set up to serve beginners and those looking to switch careers, with a focus on hands-on learning and local market knowledge.

The school offers the required pre-licensing courses that the state mandates, along with exam prep sessions. Organizers say the idea came from a simple gap: people in Springfield had to drive nearly an hour to the nearest accredited program. That cost time and money, and it kept some from even starting the process.

Classes are held in the evenings and on weekends to fit around work schedules. The curriculum covers the basics, like property law, finance, and contracts, but also brings in local agents to talk about how the Springfield market actually works. The goal, according to the founder, is not just to pass the test but to be ready for the first year on the job.

Enrollment is open now, and the first cohort is small, capped at twenty students to keep the instruction personal. The school also plans to offer continuing education later for agents who already have their licenses. For now, the focus is on getting people through the state exam and into the field. Local real estate offices have already reached out, saying they are short on new agents and would welcome graduates. The school sees itself as a pipeline, not just a classroom.