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2026 CFA Exam Cost Breakdown: A Detailed Estimate

Sophie Macon

18 Apr 2026

CFA, CFA Level 1, CFA Level 2, CFA Level 3

2026 CFA exam cost summary: Total for all 3 levels: $3,570-$8,970 (assuming consecutive passes, no retakes) Level 1: $1,190-$2,990. Level 2: $1,140-$2,940. Level 3: $1,240-$3,040 Key cost drivers: Registration timing (early saves $350/level), third-party materials ($0-$1,500/level) Required: Registration fees + calculator ($35-$75) Optional: Physical books ($250/level), prep providers ($499-$1,499/level) Hidden costs: Retakes ($1,140-$1,590 each), rescheduling ($250), annual membership ($299/year after charter) To save money: Register early, apply for scholarships, seek employer sponsorship, use free CFA resources. The CFA charter costs between $3,570 and $8,970 to complete—assuming you pass ...