How much does the SIE exam cost?
Verified from FINRA, last checked 2026-04-24. Quick answer below, then the full breakdown.
The SIE exam fee is $100, payable to FINRA when you schedule through Prometric. This covers one attempt. If you fail, you pay the full fee again for each retake after the required waiting period.
The SIE exam costs $100 per attempt. Here is the complete cost picture:
Exam Fee: $100 (paid to FINRA)
Study Materials: $0 with CertFuel; $100-$400 with paid providers
Total Investment: $100 if you study free, $200-$500 with paid prep
Things to plan for:
- Retake fee: $100 per attempt
- Rescheduling: free if done 10+ business days out; fees apply for late changes
- No-show: full fee forfeited
The fee has been stable for years but can change. Verify current pricing on the FINRA SIE page before scheduling.
Verified from FINRA. Last checked 2026-04-24.
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