How much does the SIE cost?
The displayed SIE enrollment fee is $100 as of the review date shown on this page. Verify the current amount with FINRA before enrolling.
Exam fee planner
FINRA Exam Cost Calculator
Add official exam fees first, then separate optional prep and reimbursement from the required enrollment cost.
Calculate SIE, Series 7, Series 63, and Series 79 exam fees, plus optional retake, prep, and employer-reimbursement scenarios.
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Retake exposure uses the highest selected exam fee as a conservative scenario. FINRA and NASAA enrollment rules, waiting periods, and fees still apply.
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How this works
Methodology
The calculator sums the centrally maintained displayed enrollment fee for each selected exam. A retake scenario multiplies the number of possible retakes by the highest selected exam fee, then adds user-entered paid prep and subtracts user-entered employer reimbursement.
Important caveat
Fees and policies can change. This is a planning estimate, not an invoice. Confirm current fees, enrollment eligibility, waiting periods, reimbursement, and any other costs with the official source and your firm.
Official sources
Facts and fees reviewed August 2, 2026. Check the official source before enrolling.
Frequently asked questions
How much do Series 7 and Series 79 cost?
The displayed enrollment fee is $395 for each exam as of the review date shown. Both are representative-level FINRA exams that require firm sponsorship.
Does an employer usually pay exam fees?
Employer reimbursement varies by firm and role. The calculator lets you enter the amount your employer has actually confirmed rather than assuming coverage.
What costs are excluded?
The estimate excludes any rescheduling, fingerprinting, registration, travel, state, and firm-specific costs unless you separately include them in your optional budget.