I don't see any loopholes. Your PA classmates can do the same thing according to the Pensylvania Code:
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§ 9.41. General requirements.
Licensure may be granted to an applicant who has successfully passed the ARE examination. The subject matter is available from the NCARB.

</div></font></blockquote><font class="post"> It's just knowing your particular state laws.