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: Bath Series 65 course instructor
...that is what has helped me in my life and career the most: someone coming alongside me and helping me with things I didn't even know I didn't know. I strive 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...
Education & Certification
- Oakland University - Bachelor in Arts, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- CFP
- SIE
- ACT Aspire
- +71 subjects

Vikram: Bath Series 65 course instructor
...MBA (Fin) and CFA qualifications. Teaching is my hobby and I taught nearly 60 CFA level 1 students. I have 18 years of professional experience as an investment professional. Completed FINRA Exams, Series 7 and Series 66. Making difficult concepts easy to understand with examples from day-to-day life is a gift to me.
Education & Certification
- ICFAI - Master's/Graduate, Investment
- CFA Institute - Professional (JD, MD, DMD, etc), Investment
- London Business School - Master of Arts, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 66
- Exam IFM - Investment and Financial Markets
- Series 63
- +29 subjects

Danny: Bath Series 65 course instructor
...your tutor. I attended Pace University and received my Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing, and then began my journey from the battlefield to the corporate office. I am happy to share my knowledge and experiences with you and help you achieve your goals. I have been a sales leader in the financial services industry...
Education & Certification
- Pace University-New York - Bachelor of Science, Marketing
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 7
- Series 66
- +11 subjects

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...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 amount to anything unless...
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- West Virginia University - Bachelor of Science, Statistics
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Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- SIE
- Series 63
- Series 7
- +21 subjects

Kevin: Bath Series 65 course instructor
...Accountant), MBA and inventive Patent Holder with the US Patent Office, I know that learning is a great investment. My passion for teaching comes from a life long passion for learning. Im a Masters Degree graduate of Washington University in St. Louis (Olin School of Business: Finance emphasis) and also received my Bachelor of Science...
Education & Certification
- Truman State University - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
- Washington University in St Louis - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- CPA
- Series 3
- Series 6
- +41 subjects
Education & Certification
- Tulane University of Louisiana - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 52
- Series 7
- +23 subjects

Aaron: Bath Series 65 course instructor
...being a student of the financial realm; and to this day, constantly work to perfect my craft. I believe a lot of work done by financial professionals is noble, they have the ability to help others retire comfortably, protect themselves and loved ones against unfortunate circumstances, help others as well as many other goals they...
Education & Certification
- University of Nebraska at Omaha - Bachelor of Science, Finance
- Kansas State University - Master of Science, Financial Planning
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 24
- CFP
- +7 subjects

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...helping others learn personally and professionally. As a Mom and a Business Leader in the community, mentoring, and coaching, I have assisted many others in accomplishing their educational goals. 1. Parenting my children at home on how to do well in class and on tests. 2. Advising employees on how to study to obtain professional...
Education & Certification
- University of Detroit Mercy - Bachelor of Science, Finance
- Southern New Hampshire University - Master of Science, Entrepreneurial Studies
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Insurance License
- Series 66
- WMCP - Wealth Management Certified Professional
- +18 subjects

Johnny: Bath Series 65 course instructor
...and a undergraduate from the University of Houston-Victoria with honors( cum laude). While serving in the Army I was an Instructor and I also studied to become a math teacher, but changed majors into Finance. Every since my military days I enjoy giving back to the community anyway that I can, so I figured why...
Education & Certification
- University of Houston-Victoria - Bachelor in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 66
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 6
- +14 subjects

Edward: Bath Series 65 course instructor
...Financial Services industry. I have been involved with advising and counseling both clients and advisors, and am passionate about helping others learn how financial markets work. I have passed the Series 6, 7, 24, 26, and 66 exams, and held the Massachusetts Life and Health insurance licenses. I coached basketball and football both at the...
Education & Certification
- Western New England University - Bachelor of Science, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 26
- Series 66
- +26 subjects

Joshuah: Bath Series 65 course instructor
...Biology and Political Sciences; passed the SIE, Series 63, 65, and 7 on the first attempts, and have passed the Level I CFA exam. All of which are completely unimportant because it's not about me, it's about how I can help you (and I can)! Whether you know what you need to know, or are...
Education & Certification
- Excelsior College - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- CFA
- Series 4
- Series 63
- +14 subjects

Dana: Bath 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
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 31
- Insurance License
- +27 subjects

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Education & Certification
- University of Houston-Downtown - Associate in Science, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 63
- Series 87
- Series 57
- +73 subjects

Albert: Bath Series 65 course instructor
...tutoring experience, and my strongest subjects are GMAT, GRE, and SAT. I am particularly good at coaching Maths, Verbal, and Writing skills. Within the past one year working with 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...
Education & Certification
- Wuhan University - Bachelor in Arts, Broadcast Journalism
- University of California-Los Angeles - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 63
- Series 7
- CFA
- +46 subjects

Nicholas: Bath 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 31
- CFP
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- +43 subjects

Vincent : Bath Series 65 course instructor
...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...
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
- Series 63
- Series 7
- SIE
- +14 subjects

Peter: Bath Series 65 course instructor
...I sat in on the meetings when FINRA changed the Series 7 test from a single 6 hour exam to the present two exams being the SIE and the Series 7 top off. I passed the Series 3 exam, the National Commodities Futures Exam. If you want to obtain the SIE license, you probably are...
Education & Certification
- Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute - Bachelor of Science, Materials Engineering
- California University of Pennsylvania - Master of Science, Mathematics and Statistics
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 27
- Series 22
- Series 10
- +42 subjects

Joseph: Bath Series 65 course instructor
...student to attain their goals and objectives. I am very compassionate and patient with my students, especially those studying for FINRA and State Insurance Licensing exams. I have created unique study plans and practice exam questions that have assisted my students to pass their exams without any doubt about their capabilities. I'm happy to help...
Education & Certification
- Yeshiva University - Bachelor of Science, Economics
- Western Governors University - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 3
- Series 27
- Series 24
- +48 subjects

Robin: Bath Series 65 course instructor
...I believe in empowering them to reach their full potential, both academically and professionally. Throughout my career, I have been dedicated to mentoring individuals, guiding them through complex financial and business concepts, and helping them build confidence in their skills. My experience as a professor and my hands on experience in the investment world has...
Education & Certification
- University of British Columbia - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
- Daytona State College - Associate in Arts, Accounting
- Stetson University - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 6
- Series 7
- +23 subjects

Scot: Bath Series 65 course instructor
...University. I received my degree in Marketing in 2010 and became a licensed financial advisor in June of 2011. In February of 2017, I co-founded my financial planning firm, Providers & Families Wealth Management, with my wife, Lindsey; and in December of that year, I became a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER. The most influential teachers in...
Education & Certification
- Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Marketing
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 4
- Series 10
- Series 82
- +12 subjects