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How Long to Study for CFA exams? A Quick Sense Check

Zee Tan

3 Jun 2025

CFA, How To Study

Whether you're considering the CFA program, or a current candidate tracking your study progress, the question of 'how long to study for CFA Level 1/2/3' often pops up along the way. In this article, we look at the average range of CFA study hours clocked by past CFA candidates. However, the feasibility of achieving those study hours also depends on when you start studying. So we also look at when to start preparing for CFA exams to ensure you have sufficient time ...