how much does the series 66 cost 
taking the series 66 exam costs 177 as of 2022 6 if you work for a financial firm they may cover the exam cost on your behalf the bottom linethose who want to become professional investment advisors or money managers need to pass both the finra series 7 and nasaa series 66 exams although you can also take both the series 63 and series 65 in lieu of the 66 the series 66 combines material from both the series 63 and series 65 exams in a 100 question multiple choice format test takers have 150 minutes and must score 73 or better to pass once you pass you can legally transact in securities and give securities related advice in all states 