If you're ready to invest in a formal Series 65 prep course, Varsity Tutors can place you in a private Series 65 class to help you reach for your professional ambitions. Series 65 (known as the Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination) is a high-stakes exam required for investment professionals to earn a license to act as an Investment Adviser Representative in most states. Some of the broad topics covered include fiduciary duties, portfolio management, retirement planning, ethics, and legal regulations associated with the financial industry. If your test prep could use a boost, consider taking a Series 65 course today!
Many Series 65 prep courses begin by reviewing the structure of the exam. The chart provided below reveals the most important points about the test:
Series 65 Exam Format
| Question Format | # Questions | Time Allowed | Passing Score |
| Multiple-Choice | 130 | 180 Minutes | 72.3% |
A three-hour exam can feel pretty grueling, so you might want to take a few practice exams during a Series 65 prep class to help build up your mental stamina. Taking practice tests may also help you understand exactly what the test is asking you, as FINRA (Financial Industry Regulatory Authority) exams are known to write questions to intentionally mislead financial professionals.
Taking practice exams can also be a good way to identify your academic strengths as well as any areas of opportunity where you could improve. The list below includes some of the topics you may want to review in a Series 65 class:
Series 65 Topics (Non-Comprehensive)
- Business cycles
- Monetary and fiscal policies
- Income statements and balance sheets
- Time value of money concepts
- Valuation ratios
- Systematic risks
- Liquidation priorities
- Insured and demand deposits
- Asset-backed securities and corporate bonds
- Fixed income securities and their characteristics
- Nonqualified employee stock options
- Shareholder rights
- Technical analysis
- Mutual funds
- Sole proprietorships
If that seems like an intimidating list, know that private Series 65 prep classes can help you break it down into more digestible chunks. All of our Series 65 courses involve one-on-one test preparation with a private tutor, allowing you to study exactly what you need to. For instance, if you're confident with fixed income securities but have a harder time with non-qualified employee stock options, your sessions can concentrate on the stock options to help improve your study efficiency.
Likewise, working in a one-on-one environment ensures that any questions you have are addressed in a timely fashion. Many students also find it easier to ask for help in a private Series 65 course than a crowded classroom full of students.
Perhaps most importantly, Series 65 courses may be adapted to your unique needs. For example, visual learners may want to work with flashcards to remember all of the laws and regulations covered on the Series 65 exam, while an auditory learner might prefer to listen to a recording detailing the same information. Similarly, your instructor can take the time to really get to know you, potentially incorporating your outside interests into your study sessions to make them more engaging.
Varsity Tutors also works hard to make Series 65 classes as accessible as possible. All instruction takes place on our innovative Live Learning Platform, providing all of the benefits of face-to-face instruction without the logistical drawbacks of trying to meet up in person. We also try to match every student we work with to an expert instructor who can accommodate their scheduling needs for added flexibility.
If you would like to learn more about our Series 65 classes or are ready to enroll today, give us a call! Educational Directors are standing by to help you with any questions you may have.
Vincent : Series 65 course instructor
I am a Financial Advisor, MBA Graduate, and Lifelong Learner. I have successfully taken and passed the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), the General Securities Representative (Series 7), the Uniform Securities Agent State Law (Series 63), and the Uniform Investment Advisor Law (Series 65) examinations. Due to my experience in financial services, I will be able to incorporate real-world examples into my sessions in order to help students grasp and understand the material at hand. Let's...
Education & Certification
- University of Central Florida - Bachelor of Science, Business and Managerial Economics
- Georgian Court University - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Finance
- Math
- Econometrics
- +14 subjects
Derek: Series 65 course instructor
...prepare the students while keeping it fun. I have 18 years Financial Services experience as both a retail financial advisor as well as a wholesaler, Sales Manager and Insurance broker. One of the things I try to teach all my students is how to approach the exam. I've been fortunate to pass every professional exam I've taken the first time and I teach my students the same process I used over the past 18 years.
Education & Certification
- Ohio University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Communication, General
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 24
- Series 66
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- +7 subjects
Kathleen: Series 65 course instructor
...tutoring them one on one. Designations held: Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), and Chartered Advisor for Senior Living (CASL). Securities Licenses held: Series 6, 63, 65, 7, 8, Life Insurance and Health Insurance. I am a certified Trainer, Presenter, and Sales Coach. In my career I have held the following positions: Financial Advisor, Financial Consultant, Stockbroker, Securities Trader, Business Consultant, and Financial Services Trainer. I have a BBA in Finance from the...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Arlington - Bachelor in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 7
- CFP
- Series 63
- +6 subjects
David: Series 65 course instructor
Education & Certification
- University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth - Bachelor in Arts, Political Economy
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 66
- Social Studies
- SIE
- +16 subjects
Kevin: Series 65 course instructor
...not overwhelmed. I use a number of teaching methods, including practice questions and topical computer related tools. I often ask for feedback and appreciate candid communication. I try to be flexible with my time. To ensure that we have a quiet and comfortable study space, I work with the student to help select mutually convenient locations. In my spare time, I enjoy biking, hiking, swimming, tennis, reading, movies, traveling, spending time with my family and...
Education & Certification
- Truman State University - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
- Washington University in St Louis - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Cost Analysis
- Professional Certifications
- SIE
- +40 subjects
Michael: Series 65 course instructor
I have over a decade of experience in the financial services industry, ranging from annuity servicing, internal wholesaling, external wholesaling, institutional sales, and financial advising. I have tutored many along the way to help them pass their FINRA exams. Learning the real-world applicability and what the exam is trying to get you to understand will help you to pass so that you can begin/further your career. I'm here to help!
Education & Certification
- Rasmussen College-Minnesota - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Other
- Series 66
- High School Accounting
- +12 subjects
Nicholas: Series 65 course instructor
Have been tutoring on and off in a variety of subject areas since the 7th grade. My areas of specialty are in the science and in money-related topics such as securities, insurance, economics, finance, and accounting.
Education & Certification
- SIUCarbondale - Bachelor of Science, Management Science
- Walden University - Doctor of Philosophy, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Microeconomics
- CLEP College Composition
- GMAT
- +39 subjects
Dana: Series 65 course instructor
Dana Johnson is a Business Instructor, Bitcoin enthusiast, Motivator, and a Financial Consultant who started his career in the music business after graduating from the American College of Switzerland. He also worked as a Financial Advisor for JP Morgan Chase, Merrill Lynch, and Santander Bank before starting his own firm Johnson Capital Global Advisory.
Education & Certification
- American College of Switzerland - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
- New York University - Master of Arts, Music Management and Merchandising
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Professional Certifications
- AP Microeconomics
- Math
- +27 subjects
Ben: Series 65 course instructor
Experienced portfolio manager, strategist and published author with a demonstrated history of working in the financial services industry. Skilled in Asset Management, Equities, Bonds, Investment Strategies, and Capital Markets. Strong finance professional with a MBA focused in Finance, General from University of Southern California - Marshall School of Business. Series 65, 7, 63, 24, CFA, FRM
Education & Certification
- University of Amsterdam - Bachelor of Economics, Economics
- University of Southern California - Masters in Business Administration, Economics
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Exam IFM - Investment and Financial Markets
- Conversational German
- Test Prep
- +29 subjects
Sebastian: Series 65 course instructor
I'm here to help you pass in a fun way. I have over 20 years of Wall Street experience. I have worked as a trader, analyst, investment product specialist, portfolio manager and investment strategist.
Education & Certification
- University of Essex - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 66
- Technology and Computer Science
- Series 7
- +8 subjects