CFA^® Level II Study Packages

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Level II Study Packages

Level II of the CFA exam tests application and analysis with a focus on asset valuation and how you apply standards to situations that analysts face. Simply memorizing concepts is not enough to pass Level II…you need to demonstrate the application of tools and understand the relationships between financial data and the valuation of assets. Level II is commonly considered the hardest level to pass with a historical pass rate of 46%. Our packages combine multiple study tools and access to an exclusive community forum to help you learn the material and apply your knowledge to exam questions. Choose one of Kaplan Schweser's industry-leading study packages below, or compare your package options.

Registration and CFA Level II Exam Dates

May 2023

Level II Exam Dates

May 23-27, 2023

Registration and Scheduling Windows Open

August 9, 2022

Early Registration Deadline

November 2, 2022

Registration Closes

January 31, 2023

Scheduling Deadline

February 15, 2023

Rescheduling Deadline

April 21, 2023

August 2023

Level II Exam Dates

August 29-September 2, 2023

Registration and Scheduling Windows Open

November 14, 2022

Early Registration Deadline

February 1, 2023

Registration Closes

May 9, 2023

Scheduling Deadline

May 24, 2023

Rescheduling Deadline

July 28, 2023

November 2023

Level II Exam Dates

November 18-22, 2023

Registration and Scheduling Windows Open

January 31, 2023

Early Registration Deadline

May 10, 2023

Registration Closes

August 8, 2023

Scheduling Deadline

August 16, 2023

Rescheduling Deadline

October 20, 2023

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Instruction

Attend class on your own schedule with in-depth video lectures covering every topic in the CFA® Program curriculum. The OnDemand format features prerecorded class sessions, enabling you to experience direct expert instruction anytime, anywhere.Experience the same instructor interaction and support as an in-person class with the convenience of online study. Prepare with a scheduled live class online and then have access to an archived version of the class to review anytime, anywhere. Our 15-week block of online classes is also led by CFA charterholders and covers the same material at the same pace and frequency as our classroom sessions. All you need is a reliable internet connection and a comfortable chair.*IMPORTANT: Beginning with classes and workshops for the 2023 exams, Kaplan will be using Zoom for live online events. Click here for instructions on how to create and set up your Zoom account.

Learn from expert instructors on your own schedule with in-depth video lectures covering every topic in the Level III CFA® Program curriculum.

Review

3 full days of live online review designed to leave no exam-day surprises. Our experts answer your questions, review the curriculum, and solve practice problems. You will also get access to OnDemand recordings of each session to view anytime, anywhere. *IMPORTANT: Beginning with classes and workshops for the 2023 exams, Kaplan will be using Zoom for live online events. Click here for instructions on how to create and set up your Zoom account.

Take this compact book anywhere you go, printed or eBook, for a concise review of the CFA Program curriculum. Schweser's Secret Sauce® provides insights and exam tips on how to effectively prepare and apply your knowledge on exam day.

Watch our Review Workshop sessions on your schedule with 55 hours of expert instruction and review that are all available for OnDemand viewing. You receive thorough review of key topics, practice questions and problem-solving techniques, and exam tips and strategies.

Core

Take the guesswork out of your study plan with strategically placed weekly tasks.

Three Checkpoint Exams with questions that mimic the difficulty and format of the actual CFA exam.

Ask questions, and receive answers from an instructor at any time.

Maximize your 300 hours with our JumpStart study materials. Shortly after you complete your CFA® exam, the JumpStart materials will be automatically added to your Learning Management System (LMS) as part of your Study Package. As you are waiting for your exam results, you can leverage these tools to get a jump on preparing for your next CFA exam.
The JumpStart study materials include:

SchweserNotes™ Books 1-5 (online)
SchweserNotes™ Videos
Limited access to Schweser's online classes
Full access to SchweserPro™ QBank (online)
Online Topic Quizzes to help you master every topic

After you pass your current exam, you can continue using these study materials and save all the progress you've made (including the work you’ve done in the QBank) by upgrading to a full Schweser Study Package.

Access our community forum to engage with our experts and other CFA candidates to post questions, find answers, and engage in meaningful discussions throughout your studies.

4 full-length mock exams that simulate the interface, format, and difficulty of the actual CFA exam.

This compact study tool summarizes key formulas, definitions, and concepts.

This 5-volume set of clear, concise CFA study notes provides a more focused and efficient exam prep experience. Covering every exam topic in the CFA curriculum, SchweserNotes includes realistic examples and practice quizzes to help you retain vital information.

Ultimate and Premium Packages include digital and printed books. Essential Package includes digital books only.

Reference these 40+ hours of recorded videos as you are reading through your SchweserNotes™ books to reinforce your understanding of the material.

This intuitive question bank provides thousands of questions designed to accurately assess and adapt to your understanding of the CFA Program curriculum…providing you with better results.

Pass Guarantee

Didn’t pass the exam? Your next study package is on us, free of charge. Terms and Conditions apply.

Kaplan Schweser's PassProtection™ - our commitment to your success in the CFA^® program. We’re confident that you’ll have no problem passing the CFA exam.

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CFA Level II Packages FAQs

Our OnDemand class covers all the topical areas as a live class but allows you to learn on your schedule with 50 hours of OnDemand classes. You also get five instructor-led live online workshops providing the opportunity to ask questions and work complicated practice problems.

Our live online classes give you virtual access to our expert instructors regardless of your location. Classes are held at a specified time and recorded for later viewing if you are unable to attend.

Our in-person classes are held in select locations and provide the opportunity for those who learn best in a traditional classroom environment to engage with an expert instructor.

There are a lot of opinions out there on what makes a good study plan—simply because what works for one individual does not mean it will work for another.

We create packages and materials based off of data and insights from the hundreds of thousands of candidates we’ve helped pass the CFA exam over the past 30+ years. The Activity Feed (included in all packages) provides you with strategically placed weekly tasks to form a comprehensive study plan that covers the entire curriculum. We recommend sticking to this plan as closely as possible and using the Performance Metrics to understand which topics you’ve mastered and which need additional practice.

We also recommend using the month prior to exam day strictly for review. Attend a Review Workshop, read Schweser's Secret Sauce®, and take a mock exam to gauge your readiness.

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CFA^® Level II Study Packages