📅 90-Day Series Exam Study Schedule for Full-Time Students

If you’re a full-time student preparing for a FINRA exam like the SIE, Series 6, Series 7, 63, or 65, a 90-day schedule gives you ample time to build a strong foundation, review thoroughly, and walk into test day with confidence. Here’s a step-by-step plan tailored to the academic lifestyle—structured, flexible, and efficient.

🗓️ Overview: 3-Phase Breakdown

📘 Phase 1: Learn the Material (Days 1–30)

🎯 Goals:

• Finish 50–60% of the reading/video material
• Build flashcards for key terms
• Take short quizzes to reinforce learning

📅 Weekly Breakdown:

• 5 days/week: 1–1.5 hours of reading or video
• 1 day/week: Topic quiz (15–20 questions)
• 1 day/week: Light review or rest

🔑 Tips:

• Focus on definitions, processes, and regulatory roles
• Don’t try to memorize—understand the concept first

📘 Phase 2: Apply and Retain (Days 31–60)

🎯 Goals:

• Finish remaining content
• Begin full-topic practice exams
• Identify and rank your weak areas

📅 Weekly Breakdown:

• 4 days/week: Practice questions (25–50 per session)
• 2 days/week: Deep-dive reviews of missed questions
• 1 day/week: Simulated ½-length exam (timed)

🔑 Tips:

• Use a performance tracker to monitor topic-level accuracy
• Reinforce with flashcards and summary sheets

📘 Phase 3: Simulate and Master (Days 61–90)

🎯 Goals:

• Complete 3–5 full-length practice exams
• Fix all knowledge gaps
• Focus on timing, confidence, and exam behavior

📅 Weekly Breakdown:

• 3 days/week: Full-length practice or mock exams (timed)
• 2 days/week: Focused topic drills
• 1 day/week: Flashcard and notes review
• 1 day/week: Rest, recharge, or light review

🔑 Tips:

• Aim for 80%+ on your final 2 practice exams
• Get 7–8 hours of sleep during the final week
• Plan logistics: ID, test center, timing

🧠 Tools You Should Use

• ✅ Video lessons for difficult topics
• ✅ Flashcards (Anki, Quizlet, or handwritten)
• ✅ Timed quizzes and full simulations
• ✅ Topic summaries and cheat sheets

✅ Ready to Start?

Download your exam-specific checklist and access daily study resources, full-length exams, and interactive tools built for 90-day prep at:

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