RELNY vs. Kaplan - Which is Better? What to Consider
An in-depth comparison of RELNY and Kaplan real estate licensing schools
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77 Hour NYS Real Estate Salesperson Licensing Course
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Pros & Cons
We compare the pros and cons of RELNY and Kaplan to give you a thorough look at each school's pre-licensing education, course instructors, study materials, courseware app for learning, availability of live instructor office hours for Q&A, options for 1:1 private tutoring, and if they offer post-licensing recruitment and job placement programs to graduates of their course.
The Basics
Review basic facts about Kaplan.
- Is Kaplan authorized by the NYS Department of State?
- Does Kaplan offer the Real Estate Salesperson Pre-Licensing course?
- Does Kaplan offer Continuing Education?
- How can students take the course with Kaplan?
Yes, they are an authorized Real Estate Pre-Licensing school.
Kaplan offers the 77 Hour Real Estate Salesperson Pre-Licensing course in English.
Yes, they have a Continuing Education course available in English.
Courses are given online via their courseware software.
The Tech
An analysis of the courseware software for students at Kaplan.
- Which platform powers the Kaplan website and course software?
Based on analysis of the technologies used within the Kaplan web site and application, it appears that Kaplan runs JavaScript, with both Vue and React frameworks, as well as Progress Sitefinity from Telerik as a CMS with ASP.NET, _lodash, core-js, and is partially hosted on Rackspace and AWS, with AWS Elastic Load Balancing, running on AWS EC2 infrastructure in the Ohio region, as well as AWS Route 53 for DNS and Cloudfront CDNs in several regions globally.
The Price
Kaplan's pricing for the Real Estate Pre-Licensing course is in the range of mid $$$ to high $$$, offering 3 packages as options available to students, making their pricing costly when compared with other schools in the real estate education space.
Critical Analysis
We've analyzed Kaplan and present these critical questions and considerations about their online school offering specifically focused on the Real Estate Salesperson Pre-Licensing course and Continuing Education courses.
- Does Kaplan offer the Salesperson Pre-Licensing course final exam, video, and complete course transcripts in languages other than English?
- Does Kaplan offer Live Instructor Office Hours for students?
- Does Kaplan offer 1:1 Private Tutoring to students with the course instructor?
- Does Kaplan offer Math Mastery videos as part of their course?
- Does Kaplan's courseware include an Exam Readiness Meter to help measure preparedness for the state exam?
- Does Kaplan's courseware have a Dark Mode theme to for easy on the eyes viewing and to conserve battery energy on the student's device?
- Is Kaplan's course textbook authored by the same person who is the Instructor for the course?
- Does Kaplan offer Job Placement Services to its students in order to help them find a sponsoring broker and firm to work with once they've completed the course?
No, the Kaplan course is only offered in English. However, the Department of State does offer the Salesperson Exam in English, Spanish, Chinese, Russian, and Korean.
No, not that we're aware of. They do, however, offer live class instruction, but we're unable to determine if there's additional Q&A office hours with the instructor.
No, as far as we're aware, this is not something that Kaplan offers.
No. This can mean the difference for students between pass and fail.
No, not that we're aware of.
No, not that we're aware of.
No. While there is a textbook available for their course, depending on which package you select, you may include it as an extra cost add-on to the package, however, this textbook is not authored by the course instructor.
No, it does not appear that Kaplan offers this service.
RELNY 77 Hour Real Estate Pre-Licensing Accreditations
Complete List of RELNY Real Estate Accreditations
RELNY is proud to be fully accredited by both the New York State Department of State (NYS DOS) and the Association of Real Estate License Law Officials (ARELLO®). This accreditation is more than just a formal recognition; it serves as a testament to the high standards of education and training we provide in the real estate sector.
RELNY's Unparalleled Learning Advantage
Kristen Bacorn's online real estate courses are produced exclusively for RELNY! In the dynamic and competitive world of real estate, having a solid educational foundation is paramount. RELNY provides aspiring professionals with top-tier online courses, led by Kristen—New York’s #1 Real Estate Instructor.
Unlock Success with RELNY: Purpose-Built Course Software
In the fast-paced world of real estate education, having the right tools can make all the difference between merely passing an exam and truly excelling in your career. RELNY’s purpose-built course software offers a suite of features designed to elevate the learning experience, making it easier, more engaging, and highly effective for students.
Meet RELNY's Kristen Bacorn, New York's #1 Real Estate Instructor
• NYS Department of State & ARELLO® Certified
• Masters, Harvard University
• Commercial & Residential Real Estate Broker
• Educator at RELNY, SUNY, CUNY, NAR, AIA
• Addressed the United Nations 2X
• Interviewed by Wall St. Journal & New York Times
RELNY FAQs
At RELNY, we understand that embarking on a career in real estate is a significant step, and choosing the right educational path is crucial. As the premier New York real estate school, we are dedicated to providing our students with the highest quality education and support. This FAQ page is designed to address some of the most common questions prospective and current students have about our courses and exam prep.
RELNY Job Placement Solutions: Your Bridge to Success
At RELNY, we are committed to more than just providing a top-tier real estate education—we're dedicated to ensuring our students thrive in their careers post-graduation. Our comprehensive Job Placement Solutions & Services are designed to support you every step of the way as you transition from being a student to a successful real estate professional.
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