Getting Started
Everything beginners need to know about the Series 65 exam, including registration, costs, and prerequisites.
What Is the Series 65 Exam? Complete Beginner Guide
Everything beginners need to know about the Series 65 exam, who needs it, and what it qualifies you to do.
Series 65 Prerequisites: What You Need Before the Exam
Good news: there are no prerequisites. Learn why the Series 65 is uniquely accessible.
How to Register for the Series 65 Exam (Step-by-Step)
Step-by-step Series 65 registration: enroll yourself through FINRA TESS (formerly Form U10) or through a sponsoring firm, then schedule at Prometric.
Series 65 Exam Cost: Complete Fee Breakdown for 2026
Total cost to get your Series 65 license: exam fee ($187), study materials ($150-$500), and state registration ($25-$200). Full breakdown of all expenses.
Can You Take the Series 65 Without a Sponsor?
Yes. Enroll yourself for the Series 65 through FINRA TESS (the route once called Form U10), no sponsor needed. Covers enrollment, costs, and next steps.