Having helped over one million professionals succeed in passing their licensing exams, New York City-based Securities Training Corporation’s platform has developed the best overall offering for students looking to prepare for the SIE exam. Despite not offering the widest range of study materials or charging the lowest prices, the co🍰mpany’s overall selection and quality of materials, available teaching formats, amenities, and more, delivered at a variety of reasonably-priced tiers allow it to earn the highest rating among the companies we researched.

STC offers live virtual classes if you prefer a structured course, or on-demand recordings if you want to learn at your own pace, all with a money-back guarantee. Packages range from $125 to $284, depending on whether you go for a single course or a full bundle. If you’re planning to take more than just the SIE exam, STC has one of the widest selections of prep courses out there—so it could be a one-stop shop for all your licensing needs.

Noteworthy, however, is that students only get six months of access to their courses, so it’s important to plan your studies accordingly. Also, while STC does make add-on materials, like certain on-demand lectures, flashcards, and other resources available, the costs for these i𒅌tems can be relatively high. 

In business since 1970, Kaplan is both a pioneer and a veteran of the test prep game, and is a solid choice for anyone looking to prepare for the SIE exam. With four available packages for st🌠udents to choose from, the company has tailored its offerings to satisfy every budget. 

Kaplan offers a range of SIE exam prep options, from basic self-study plans to comprehensive bundles with live online training. If you want more hands-on instruction, the premium packages include live online or on-demand courses, allowing students to learn in real-time or on their own schedule. Pricing for SIE prep is set in a reasonable range of between $99 and $229. Similar to a number of SIE exam prep providers we reviewed, Kaplan also helps students prepare for the Series 7 exam. However, prep course packages for this notoriously-grueling exam are typically priced between $209 and $479. 

No matter which SIE exam prep package you choose, you’ll get a structured study plan, access to a top-tier selection of teaching f♈ormats, and the largest list of materials of all the companies we researched. Keep in mind, however, that the 150ꦺ-day access window to materials is nearly the shortest of any provider we reviewed. When you consider that Kaplan also does not offer a money-back guarantee, it is especially important to be prepared to follow a strict study plan.

Pass Perfect, headquartered in Alpharetta, GA, has established itself as a trusted provider of SIE exam prep, especially for value-conscious individuals. With decades of experie🍨nce, the company offers a comprehensive yet budget-friendly approach to exam preparation, making it an excellent choice for those looking to maximize results without overspending.

Pass Perfect offers flexible pricing, with three SIE exam prep packages priced at $99, $159, and $249. Through our research, we found that even at the lowest tier the company offers a tremendous amount of value. With a number of powerful resources to help keep students on track, such as an interactive and user-fr🧸iendly dashboard, comprehensive study guide, and dynamic study calendar, students can maintain highly efficient and structured progress. The $99 into package also packs in numerous video-based overviews of each chapter, tests your uﷺnderstanding of key materials at the end of each section, and makes recommendations for next steps as you proceed through the course. The program even comes with a money-back guarantee and remains accessible until students pass the course.

Founded by the securities training expert Harvey Knopman in 1991, Knopman Marks has built a reputation for delivering high-quality instruction. For SIE exam preparation, Knopman Marks comes in as this roundup’s most expensive offering, with two packages priced at $260 and $485. But when you dig deep and consider its industry-leading li𓆏st of course offerings and educational formats, wide selection of add-on items, and one of the highest pass rates on the market, some students may find the steep pricing well worth it. 

Students that fail to pass the exam on the first attempt will also appreciate that Knopman Marks offers a one-year material access window, which is among the longest available in the industry. Key amenities available for both packages also include step-by-step study guides, a highly capable progress tracker, and abundant practice exams to accurately measure exam readiness and chances of success. The company also boasts an industry-leading 99% passing rate for students who successfully pass the company's own practice test.

Like some of the other companies we reviewed, Knopman only allows returning material in the original condition. It does this within 30 days of order delivery, with certain fees and restrictions, and the company does not offer a money-back guarantee.

Founded in 2016, Achievable may be a relatively new entrant in the online education market, but it is also among the most tech-savvy. The company takes a mobile-first approach, meaning you can study whenever, wherever. If you’re always on-the-go and would prefer not to be weighed down by an assortment of physical study materials, Achievable is a strong cꦯhoice for your SIE prep needs.

Being a technology-focused platform, Achievable adapts the learning program to match your strengths and weaknesses. This allows studen⛎ts to spend more time on the areas that actually need work. Pricing is kept simple, with just one SIE prep package priced at $99, making it one of the more affordable options ou🌄t there. A one-year subscription includes video lessons, practice tests, practice assessments, podcasts, and an extensive question bank designed to keep practice tests from feeling repetitive. Plus, continuous quizzes and performance trackers help reinforce key concepts and keep motivation high.

That said, the list of available learning materials is noticeably lighter than on platforms like Knopman Marks, Kaplan, and Securities Training Corporation. Also, for students who learn best through lectures or hands-on help, live instructor support is not available. Those with test-day nerves will be happy to learn that Achievab🌊le offers full refunds to eligible customers who don’t pass the SIE exam, giving you additional peace of mind.