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.
Blake: Brossard Series 65 course instructor
...to teach and help in a relevant, understandable, and helpful way. I attended Oakland University on a full-tuition academic scholarship and majored in finance and minored in accounting. After working in the financial planning industry for 4 years, I became one of the youngest CFP Professionals in the country in 2019. My best areas to teach...
Education & Certification
- Oakland University - Bachelor in Arts, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- SIE
- CFP
- Government
- +71 subjects
Nicholas: Brossard 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
- Series 7
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 63
- +43 subjects
James: Brossard Series 65 course instructor
...The University of Michigan Business School in finance, I was hired on Wall Street investment banking where I stayed until starting my own advisory firm 27 years ago, also during this time I started 9 start up companies in various industries. I love being with my family and grandchildren in my down time or traveling...
Education & Certification
- University of Michigan-Dearborn - Bachelor in Arts, Business, General
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 56 - Proprietary Trader Qualification Exam
- Insurance License
- Government
- +33 subjects
Aleta: Brossard Series 65 course instructor
...the financial services industry, I have passionately seen my primary role as an educator. This is equally important to me as a tutor. During my career, I obtained the Certified Series 7, 6, 63, and 65 and the Life, Health, Annuities and Variable Contracts Producer License within various states. I also hold an MBA in...
Education & Certification
- University of Miami - Bachelor in Arts, Public Relations
- Hampton University - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 6
- Series 7
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- +27 subjects
Ernesto: Brossard Series 65 course instructor
I have decades of experience both in academe as well as in the financial services field, and have helped thousands of adults reach their academic and professional licensing goals.
Education & Certification
- University of Miami - Master of Science, General Literature
- University of Florida - Master of Science, Business Administration and Management
- Argosy University-Chicago - Doctor of Science, Organizational Leadership
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 27
- Series 57
- Series 6
- +22 subjects
Albert: Brossard Series 65 course instructor
...Varsity Tutors, I helped over 30 students achieve high GRE (160+ on each section) and GMAT (650+) scores. I'm currently studying at Columbia University. I have an MBA degree from UCLA and London Business School in England; My study concentration is Finance, Economics, and Investments. I own two undergraduate degrees: Bachelor of Arts in Journalism...
Education & Certification
- Wuhan University - Bachelor in Arts, Broadcast Journalism
- University of California-Los Angeles - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- CFA
- Series 7
- Series 63
- +46 subjects
James: Brossard Series 65 course instructor
As an adjunct professor of finance, I enjoy helping individuals find their way within the finance and business worlds. As a swimming coach, I enjoy helping individuals reach their goals. I am patient and kind and have been in your shoes. I am a strong tutor with the Series 65, 66, and 7.
Education & Certification
- Wittenberg University - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
- Baldwin-Wallace College - Masters in Business Administration, Business, General
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 86
- Series 7
- Series 66
- +25 subjects
Lonie: Brossard Series 65 course instructor
...a primary source of income; I teach because I enjoy helping others enough to do it in my spare time. People don't care what you know until they know that you care. I'm supposed to write something here about my own achievements. I have an impressive resume by most peoples' standards. But my achievements don't...
Education & Certification
- Bowling Green State University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, German
- West Virginia University - Bachelor of Science, Statistics
- Xavier University - Master of Science, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- SIE
- Series 6
- Series 7
- +21 subjects
William: Brossard Series 65 course instructor
...also was raised by a mother who is a math teacher and a father who is a history teacher. While at the University of Chicago, I spent four years tutoring High School students. I specialize in CFP certification, FINRA Series 65, Economics as well as Elementary Social Studies and High School World History. My teaching...
Education & Certification
- University of Chicago - Bachelor's, Economics
- Regis University - Master's/Graduate, Data Science
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- CFP
- Series 7
- Elementary Social Studies
- +9 subjects
Evan: Brossard Series 65 course instructor
...(top 5% of my class) from Northwestern University with a degree in economics. I subsequently passed all 3 levels of the CFA examination process. I have worked in Investment Banking (Barclays Investment Bank) where I performed complex financial analyses before subsequently working in Private Equity. Most recently, I served as a Director of Finance for...
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- FINRA - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority
- Series 24
- CFA
- +27 subjects
Sarah: Brossard Series 65 course instructor
...variety of accessible learning portals, eliminating the need for additional expenses on materials. My extensive resource library includes both my own unique materials and traditional ones (Kaplan, PassPerfect, and Achievable), ensuring a comprehensive learning experience. As a financial advisor and recent MBA graduate, I've been trained to cater to a wide range of learning styles,...
Education & Certification
- University of upper Iowa - Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
- University of Wisconsin-Madison - Masters in Business Administration, Accounting and Business Management
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- SIE
- Series 66
- CFP
- +36 subjects
Michael: Brossard Series 65 course instructor
...and emergency management. I am also a Commercial Pilot and Certified Flight Instructor at a local airport where I teach ground school and flight to student pilots. I really like teaching in general, and enjoy when I can learn something and then pass it on to others. That is what brought me to earn my...
Education & Certification
- Capella University - Doctor of Philosophy, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 3
- Series 9
- Series 31
- +16 subjects
Raul: Brossard Series 65 course instructor
...from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and various teaching certifications across multiple states, I have over 20 years of teaching experience. My passion lies in fostering a supportive learning environment where I can help students achieve their academic and personal goals. I utilize a student-centered approach that emphasizes understanding individual learning styles, ensuring that each student...
Education & Certification
- Tarleton State University - Bachelor in Arts, Music Teacher Education
- University of Nevada-Las Vegas - Master of Arts, Music
- Chapman University - Masters in Education, Education
- University of Nebraska-Lincoln - Doctor of Philosophy, Music
- Alfred University - Masters in Business Administration, Business, General
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- TExES - Texas Examinations of Educator Standards
- CBEST - The California Basic Educational Skills Test
- SIE
- +24 subjects
Nicholas: Brossard Series 65 course instructor
Through almost a decade as a financial planner, I enjoy helping others enter the field and continue to develop their expertise. I tutor the Series 6, 63, 65 and 7 exams and the CFP Board exam.
Education & Certification
- Susquehanna University - Bachelor of Science, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 66
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- SIE
- +8 subjects
Hal: Brossard Series 65 course instructor
...person, who has the interest, will benefit from the best possible learning situation that can be provided and consequently contribute to the whole of society. No one method applies to all. It is my goal to focus on the individual, adapt my methods to their needs, and inspire them to succeed. I enjoyed a nearly...
Education & Certification
- Frostburg State University - Bachelor of Science, Accounting and Business Management
- Frostburg State University - Master of Science, Management Science
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- SIE
- Series 28
- Series 22
- +171 subjects
Kyle: Brossard Series 65 course instructor
...for financial and capital markets and love to teach and educate others. I have worked my entire professional career in financial services utilizing series exam information on a daily basis. I have a Masters of Finance from the University of Notre Dame and work as a investment analyst at a private investment firm. Open to...
Education & Certification
- Texas am - Bachelor of Science, Business and Managerial Economics
- University of Notre Dame - Current Grad Student, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 7
- Series 66
- Series 6
- +11 subjects
Benjamin: Brossard Series 65 course instructor
Glad to help students prepare for the CFP, Series 7, and Series 66 industry exams!
Education & Certification
- University of Missouri-St Louis - Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 9
- Series 52
- +24 subjects
Michael: Brossard Series 65 course instructor
...needed to succeed. My passion for helping students stems from a deep commitment to making this journey as smooth and rewarding as possible. I believe that learning should be engaging and memorable. That's why I bring a creative approach to my tutoring, using fun and innovative methods to simplify complex concepts and make exam content...
Education & Certification
- University of Central Florida - Bachelor in Arts, Communication, General
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 63
- Series 24
- Series 9
- +12 subjects
David: Brossard Series 65 course instructor
Education & Certification
- University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth - Bachelor in Arts, Political Economy
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 10
- Series 7
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- +16 subjects
Julie: Brossard Series 65 course instructor
...Financial Planner, Certified Financial Therapist - I with a Master of Science in Finance and a Bachelor of Business Administration. While I am a fee-only fiduciary advisor now, I have taken and passed the Series 7, Series 65, and Series 66 exams as well as the rigorous Certified Financial Planner examination. I am here to...
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- CFP
- SIE
- Series 7
- +5 subjects