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.
Education & Certification
- Arizona State University - Bachelor of Science, Political Science and Government
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- SIE
- Series 10
- Series 7
- +9 subjects

Isaac: Phoenix Series 65 course instructor
...Wealth Advisor. I have been formally tutoring students for 2 years now. I have tutored students at various colleges including the University of Idaho, Devry University, Southern University of New Hampshire, and more. I've also tutored high school students in personal finance courses. For the last 10 years I have been educating my clients on their financial situation as a Wealth Advisor. I currently co-manage a book of business of approximately 80 million in assets...
Education & Certification
- Missouri State University-West Plains - Bachelor of Science, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 7
- Series 66
- CFP
- +9 subjects

Raman: Phoenix Series 65 course instructor
...Planner with over a decade of experience in the financial planning industry. I have completed my Bachelors in Finance and have successfully passed the FINRA Series 7, Series 66, State Life & Health Insurance License, and the CFP Exam. Being a Financial Planner is no different than being an educator or a coach. My passion is to teach my clients on how build a robust financial plan, however my passion goes beyond that. At Varsity...
Education & Certification
- University of Houston-Downtown - Bachelor in Business Administration, Finance
- Rice University - Certificate, Financial Planning
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- CFP
- Insurance License
- RICP - Retirement Income Certified Professional
- +25 subjects

John: Phoenix Series 65 course instructor
...28 years of industry experience will provide many real-world examples of what is taught in the course work. I am a student of the markets and enjoy doing technical and fundamental research on all types of investments and planning. I enjoy reading 3 to 5 articles a day regarding topics in the financial industry. I have been married for 25+ years and have 2 adult children, in their 20's, that both have successfully completed their...
Education & Certification
- Chicago State University - Bachelor of Science, Applied Psychology
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 79
- Series 66
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- +9 subjects
Education & Certification
- University of Essex - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 6
- FRM
- Series 7
- +14 subjects

Kyle: Phoenix Series 65 course instructor
I have a passion 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 giving career mentorship as well!
Education & Certification
- Texas am - Bachelor of Science, Business and Managerial Economics
- University of Notre Dame - Current Grad Student, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 6
- Series 63
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- +11 subjects

Mark: Phoenix Series 65 course instructor
...real estate broker and financial advisor. Series # 7 Tutor I like to help people pass: The Series # 7 - # 63 - # 65 & # 66 The Life, Health and P&C Insurance test The Real Estate Agent and the Real Estate Broker test TEST TAKING SKILLS are a vital part of passing any test I will demonstrate how. PRACTICE QUESTIONS - The more the better. As you are taking the test... I...
Education & Certification
- University of Houston-Downtown - Associate in Science, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 57
- Exam IFM - Investment and Financial Markets
- Series 86
- +73 subjects

Kim: Phoenix Series 65 course instructor
...test, I can quell your nerves. I will tutor/coach/mentor you through the subject at hand and in process, impart in you a set of skills you will be able to use the rest of your life. As a certified NLP coach as well as someone who studies neurofeedback, I have seen borderline miracles in learning take place. Bring your desire to learn along with a great attitude & leave the rest up to me.
Education & Certification
- University of Alaska Anchorage - Bachelor of Science, Political Science and Government
- International Seminary for Distance Education in Theology - Bachelor of Theological Studies, Theology
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Insurance License
- Series 7
- +46 subjects
Education & Certification
- University of Missouri-St Louis - Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 9
- Series 6
- Series 52
- +24 subjects

Claudio: Phoenix Series 65 course instructor
CFA level 1 candidate with diversified graduate-level education in econometrics, derivatives, corporate finance, economics and financial statement analysis. I am a team player, goal oriented, trustworthy. I am fluent in Spanish and English and I am the former President of the Latino Student Association at BYU- Hawaii. I have been educated in 3 different continents. Registered Representative (Series 7)
Education & Certification
- Brigham Young University-Hawaii - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management
- Trinity College - Master of Science, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 6
- Series 63
- Series 7
- +34 subjects

Christopher: Phoenix Series 65 course instructor
...Varsity Tutors. While I also tutor other subjects including Spanish and College English, I have found working with professionals seeking designations or motivated college business students looking to get ahead to be a great fit for me. I now work in business development for a venture capital firm whose operators have created over $3.0B in exit value. I help make sure capital flows to the best and brightest entrepreneurs, and that risk-seeking investors are properly rewarded...
Education & Certification
- Middle Tennessee State University - Bachelor of Science, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- CPA
- CFA
- Conversational Spanish
- +144 subjects

Jorge: Phoenix Series 65 course instructor
...career of over 20 years. Along the way, I have earned my Certificate in Financial Planning from Bryant University. Preparing for a certification exam can be a daunting and stressful experience. I strive to help my students isolate their strengths and weaknesses, then help them construct a plan to approach the material in a disciplined and structured manner. By doing so, they gain confidence and focus on maximizing their efforts to achieve success.
Education & Certification
- Long Island University-C W Post Campus - Bachelor in Arts, English
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Insurance License
- SIE
- CFP
- +38 subjects

Valentina: Phoenix Series 65 course instructor
...is a pre-requisite for Series 7. I have also been FINRA licensed in Series 63 and Series 65. The exams are very challenging, but there is nothing there that you will not be able to comprehend and nail from the first attempt. Therefore, I am standing by to help you with these challenging exams. Additionally, I have been teaching as a licensed teacher for several years in public schools. My qualifications are Highly Qualified, and...
Education & Certification
- Colorado Mesa University - Bachelor of Science, Computer and Information Sciences, General
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- FINRA - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority
- Series 66
- Series 7
- +4 subjects

Aleta: Phoenix Series 65 course instructor
...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 finance. I own a financial consulting firm providing financial coaching, financial educational presentations/events, academic instruction and money management skills individually and within my...
Education & Certification
- University of Miami - Bachelor in Arts, Public Relations
- Hampton University - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 6
- SIE
- Insurance License
- +27 subjects

Hal: Phoenix Series 65 course instructor
...I developed and took an introducing brokerage firm through the entire FINRA (then NASD) creation and registration process. I attended what was then a week-long Brokers Option Course at the Chicago Board of Options and followed that as the designated options trader for a firm. I have over twenty years of teaching experience at the college and university level in addition to having served as a national educator in investments for a Fortune 20 firm....
Education & Certification
- Frostburg State University - Bachelor of Science, Accounting and Business Management
- Frostburg State University - Master of Science, Management Science
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 7
- Series 57
- Series 52
- +171 subjects

Chunhua: Phoenix Series 65 course instructor
...my speaking engagements both in public and corporate board. I enjoy challenges and have consistently grown within the industry by enhancing my shills and obtaining additional licenses as well as taking on additional responsibilities. I am a people person who enjoys knowing and working with new people. I have positive and patient personality. I want share my insights to enhance a student's potential. Rich industries' experience. Skills of taking exams. Positive and kind personality. Understanding...
Education & Certification
- Wuhan University - Bachelor of Science, Computer and Information Sciences, General
- Wuhan University - Doctor of Philosophy, Management Information Systems
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 7
- Series 63
- Insurance License
- +7 subjects

Aaron: Phoenix Series 65 course instructor
...then obtained the Series 4, 24 and 53 licenses. To continue my pursuit of growth, I went on to earn my Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation. A short time later, I enrolled at Kansas State University and earned a Master's degree in Personal Financial Planning. Recently, I've earned the Behavioral Financial Advisor (BFA) designation and the Retirement Income Certified Professional (RICP) designation. I've worked in several industry roles from client service, back office roles, compliance,...
Education & Certification
- University of Nebraska at Omaha - Bachelor of Science, Finance
- Kansas State University - Master of Science, Financial Planning
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 24
- CFP
- Series 66
- +7 subjects

Evan: Phoenix Series 65 course instructor
...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 a Private Equity owned enterprise. I have helped many students in statistics, economics, managerial accounting, financial accounting and finance. I enjoy tutoring and it gives me the...
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- FINRA - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority
- Series 63
- Series 24
- +27 subjects

Harvey: Phoenix Series 65 course instructor
...Lockheed Aerospace Division before starting a computer consulting company (40 plus years). I have worked for many years as a computer consultant including managing large networks, doing cybersecurity and various types of programming especially iPhone and iPad development using Swift and Xcode. I also have a horticulture degree and have taught organic gardening at the middle school and high school levels. I am currently tutoring students in high school physics (AP 1, AP 2 and...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor of Science, Physics
- Santa Clara University - Masters in Business Administration, Marketing
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- FINRA - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority
- Series 63
- Computer Science
- +102 subjects

Zachary: Phoenix Series 65 course instructor
...program to pass the Series 7 and Series 63 Licenses. The program I have learned is designed specifically to teach you the information you need to know to pass and skip out on all the fluff. I have a vast understanding of the "test world" concepts and their real world applications. If you are looking for a tutor who can break down the concepts into an easy to understand bits look no further.
Education & Certification
- Troy University - Bachelor in Arts, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 7
- Series 66
- SIE
- +12 subjects