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Minnesota FS Exam Requirements
Everything you need to know about taking the Fundamentals of Surveying exam in Minnesota.
Quick Facts
Licensing Board
Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience, and Interior Design
License Title
Licensed Land Surveyor (LLS)
NCEES Exam Fee
$225 NCEES exam fee + state application fee
Board Phone
(651) 296-2388
Education Requirements
Bachelor's degree in land surveying from an ABET-accredited program; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience Requirements
Eligibility to sit for the FS exam varies — some states require board approval before registering with NCEES. Check with your state board.
Minnesota Also Requires: Minnesota State-Specific Exam
Minnesota requires a state-specific exam covering Minnesota surveying statutes (MS Chapter 326), rules, and standards of practice.
How to Apply
- 1Check the Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience, and Interior Design website for current eligibility requirements and application forms.
- 2Create a MyNCEES account at ncees.org.
- 3Submit your application to your state board (most states require board approval before NCEES registration).
- 4Once approved, register and pay through your MyNCEES account ($225 exam fee).
- 5Schedule your exam at a Pearson VUE test center.
Reciprocity / Comity
Accepts comity; must pass state-specific exam
Continuing Education
24 PDH per biennial renewal
Neighboring States
Requirements may change. Always verify current requirements with the Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience, and Interior Design before applying. Last reviewed April 2026.