CFA Exam Pass Rates: Trends, Candidate Stats & First-Attempt Success Odds

In this video, we dive into the history of CFA exam pass rates, covering everything from the first CFA exam ever held to the latest trends in candidate success. We break down the composition of candidates across Levels I, II, and III, and analyze the 10-year pass rates by level.

Looking to pass all three levels of the CFA on your first attempt? We'll also explore the probability of achieving that feat, along with some patterns in CFA seasonality— are pass rates affected by when you sit the exam?

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[mstoynov]

Correction: I incorrectly posted the overall pass rates across all three levels rather than the CFA Level 1 pass rates in the line chart. The general idea and the shape of the graph remain the same although the numbers are slightly different for level 1 only. Thanks to @FieStaRchannel for pointing this out.

[Elizabeth-nrv]

Hi Martin! I read on the CFA website that it is possible to do the exam from home via PearsonVue if you live in UK? I would be very grateful to hear your thoughts on this? Do you think it will be less stressful than the test centre? Thank you for all you do! You're awesome!

[lashadvalidze]

Hi Martin, when did you acquire your charterholder status?

[s.m.hassan]

in for feb 25, for L3, from Pakistan, it will be my second attempt. need ur advices.

[Anna_win-hou]

Hi Martin! I got my FRM designation (I studied FRM L1 from your videos- thank you) and is currently studying for CFA L1. I know the materials between these 2 designations are different- in terms of how to study for the CFA, what is your advice / how should I do differently compared to the FRM?

[FieStaRchannel]

Hey Martin! Great content, but I think May 2024 Level 1 pass rate was 46% and not >50%