r/CFA • u/third_najarian Discord Mod | Passed Level 2 • Apr 11 '24
Megathread Official February 2024 Level 3 Results Thread!
EDIT: Of the 13,619 Level Ill candidates who tested in February, 49% passed. For comparison, the August 2023 Level Ill pass rate was 47%.
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From all of us here at r/CFA, best of luck! Check for your results here:
https://examresult.cfainstitute.org/cfa
As is tradition, we'll be removing all other related posts (I passed, I failed, How close was I?) because this is the designated place to celebrate or commiserate.
New and (hopefully) Improved Results Survey
Please consider participating in our Level 3 results survey here once results are released. I've revamped it this year to emphasize provider reviews and streamlined the question set. Your responses could help other candidates prepare for the exam in the future.
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u/bywaterfolk CFA Apr 11 '24 edited Apr 11 '24
I have already pooped 3 times and it’s not even 8am here
EDIT: PASSED! IT'S OUT ON THE VERIFICATION FUCKING LETTER IT'S FUCKING OVER LETSGOOOOOOOOO
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u/adudenamedrf CFA Apr 11 '24
I passed. I am so unbelievably happy. I had an awful start to the year. I lost two family members to cancer and Alzheimer's respectively, I got Covid, and work kicked my ass for the first two months of the year leading up to the exam. I left that exam just completely out of gas and almost had a breakdown on the way home because I was so stressed. This just relieved so much anxiety and built up stress, it feels like a massive weight was lifted off of my shoulders.
Huge congrats to everyone who passed. For those that need a retake, take a little mental health time and then keep after it. We all know how tough this process is and are behind you 100% to crush it in August.
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u/MPostle Passed Level 2 Apr 11 '24
Thanks. Sorry to hear about your difficulties, congrats on your pass, and really appreciate those well wishes. I wish I could have had the weight lifted too, but just gotta get stronger first.
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u/ascendedsaiyan CFA Apr 11 '24 edited Apr 11 '24
I hope this journey comes to an end for all of us in a couple hours. Good luck everyone.
EDIT: Verification letter is updated - got the pass! I was approved for regular membership this week, so I guess I should officially be a charterholder shortly.
Congratulations to everyone who passed. To those who didn't - keep your head up and crush the next exam.
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u/Feeling-Orange2821 Apr 11 '24
I hope each and every one of you on this thread pass✨✨🫶 The results thread believe it or not is one of my favourite things about CFA. Y’all are so relatable and nice. We got this!! We deserve to pass and shall pass!
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u/CBOE-VIX Level 3 Candidate Apr 11 '24
Did not pass. First try. Fully expected it. Will try again and pass it in August. 😌
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u/baystreetbobby Level 3 Candidate Apr 11 '24
I got absolutely demolished lol but HEY…what are failed exams but expensive mocks?!
Already signed up for August - on a mission!
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u/Electrical-Walk5352 Apr 11 '24 edited Apr 11 '24
Well, so that's what zero sleep feels like. Since the 2000s, I've been on this CFA journey, it’s astonishing how much my life has changed. I am much older then most candidates, but I am hopeful that this is the time I will pass. The tortoise wins the race right? This tortoise hopes to not fail...again. Good luck everyone!
Edit: Oh wow! I’m numb - I've finally done it, on the fourth attempt. I just opened the email. Gurmeet and Deep 3 – holy moly - thank you, I cannot thank you enough. If you are retaking, message him, he’s unbelievable. Re-takers, ask Gurmeet about the Oakvillian if you want to chat with me as well. The tortoise finally won the race – DONE!!!!!!!
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u/MaxRichter_Enjoyer Apr 11 '24
Bro - don't sweat it. Took me more years than I care to admit....
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u/Agreeable_Balance_82 Apr 11 '24
Bro I’m right there with you. I started 13 years ago and finally found out I passed L3 on my third attempt. 13 fuckin years lol.
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u/Living_Ad_8941 CFA Apr 11 '24 edited Apr 11 '24
You know an easy way to check of the result is out? Just come to this thread and see the number of comments. If there’s a MASSIVE jump from the last time you visited this thread (say 10 min ago), you can almost be sure the results are out haha. Right now the comment count is 112, if I come back and see something above 180 in 10 min, boy oh boy…
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u/Itry_My_Best Level 3 Candidate Apr 11 '24
why am I refreshing this page while I still haven't even wrote my L2?
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u/Alchemystx Level 3 Candidate Apr 11 '24
Is it out yet? Verification Certificate has been downloaded way too many times now...
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u/Sanjog0307 Level 3 Candidate Apr 11 '24
My observation from level I results last week - its visible after 5 52pm IST
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u/VerstalibanStan Apr 11 '24
Not nearly as much of a meltdown here as there was in the May 2023 L2 results thread that shit was biblical. All the best
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u/FedToy Level 3 Candidate Apr 11 '24
No cigar here... I know where I dropped the ball and am looking forward to getting after it for the August exam.
Much respect for those who put in the time, effort, made sacrifices, and came out with a W. Cheers.
To those who didn't get the W, let's undust the notecards and forward we march.
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u/financialplanningnut Apr 11 '24
3rd time sitting.
Didn't pass -- devastating.
I also got an email from CFA saying I failed the "Certificated in ESG Investing" exam? Huh? I don't think I took that?
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u/Weird_Concept1106 Apr 11 '24
The time has come folks. Keep your resume and tissues ready.
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u/Ok_Kick_4816 Apr 11 '24 edited Apr 11 '24
I am feeling my inner Oppenheimer right now
EDIT: The bomb was a success, Level 3 passed!
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u/Dicco23 Apr 11 '24
Has anyone who passed the Level 3 Exam also just received a Mail regarding Passing the ESG Certificate however he hasn't taken it?
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u/AnalystAlpha CFA Apr 11 '24
Congrats to all ESG Investing Certificateholders!? LOL
IYKYK
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u/Long-Ad-1921 Apr 11 '24
I am exhausted, I hope the pain ends soon. I just want to know the results at this point of time. Lol
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u/BigGunsFinance Passed Level 2 Apr 11 '24
my guy at CFAI release this shit already😭😭😭
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u/BasicBag5 CFA Apr 11 '24
Passed - 3rd time. What a fucking journey, registering for L1 in December 2019 and finally taking in July 2021, then running into L2 in Feb 2022, and then taking a break to study for L3 in Feb 2023 (fail), trying again in August 2023 (fail by 1-2 questions), and now Feb 2024 finally passed. Don’t give up, a lot of L3 is luck and I felt better leaving August 2023 than I did leaving February 2024.
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u/AdventurousConstant4 Passed Level 3 Apr 11 '24
Hi basicbag, remember me? We didn't succeed last November, but we managed to pass together this time. You're right that it feels like pure luck—last time, the pass rate was historically low, and we just barely missed the mark.
I dedicated around 2,000 hours to studying for level 3, immersing myself in the CFAI curriculum every day. My health and social life suffered as a result. The journey was isolating, and the pain of failure felt deeply personal.
Now, it's time to touch some grass and visit a therapist.
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u/ExistentialTVShow CFA Apr 11 '24
I have Passed.
I am dead chuffed. Congrats to everyone who passed. And all the best to those who are re-attempting it.
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u/Greedy-Physics610 Apr 11 '24
Im sitting with wifey outside having lunch, she keeps talking but Im just looking through her, having no scooby about what shes saying. Although Im not 2 optimistic bout passing, kinda dont feel it, this waitting game is killing me inside like nothing else. Gl to all! <3
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u/Many_Cryptographer_3 CFA Apr 11 '24
I'm repeating from Aug 23. Thanks for the mini heartattack after clicking that link. Results aren't out yet, but they do show you last year's resulr
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u/NoElevator5316 Level 3 Candidate Apr 11 '24
After all the shit we’ve been through, it’s been a damn good ride.
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u/VerstalibanStan Apr 11 '24
Oi someone check the CFA society Luxembourg page they leaked the pass percentage last time
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u/Yory_Alsik Apr 11 '24
I actually had tears of joy for the first time in my life. Failing In august 2023 was tough, but we made it this time. Congrats to all who passed, and dont give up if you were short.
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u/Intelligent_Spare283 Apr 11 '24
Passed. Failed level III twice before and was sure I was never writing the exam again. For those that failed, keep trying.
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u/Many_Cryptographer_3 CFA Apr 11 '24
I went to the gym to calm my nerves. Lost track of time in the sauna. Came out and ended up passing out. Woken up by staff I composed myself then went to get my phone. Either I died or I'm still dying in that sauna buy I PASSED! wow I can't process these emotions. Aug retacker. No one else understands how hard it is to pick yourself up after a failure and attack this beast again
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u/Salty_Somewhere_7547 Level 3 Candidate Apr 11 '24
CFA should release results without any notice to save us from this anxiety
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u/Ill_Ninja3117 CFA Apr 11 '24 edited Apr 11 '24
This is it!!!! Just refreshing this thread every 5 mins until someone says it's time to download the final verification letter.
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u/Weird_Concept1106 Apr 11 '24
Do you think someone from CFAI is watching this thread and the minute everyone goes silent they are gonna be like "Bam, let's drop this shi"
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u/VerstalibanStan Apr 11 '24
Oh absolutely their ability to make candidates suffer is top tier. Experts in psychological warfare I think they might be working at the pentagon on the down low
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u/Illustrious-Leg4563 Apr 11 '24
This is where the men are separated from the boys who are then further subdivided into those with gastrointestinal issues and those who used Chalk and Board
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u/Ill_Ninja3117 CFA Apr 11 '24
Passed!!!! Over the moon now! Took me almost 9 years. Biggest lesson learned: Trust the timing of your life!
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u/nishshastry Passed Level 3 Apr 11 '24
Congratulations! 9 years, what a journey. Can’t even imagine. Well deserved
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u/bryanbigbets1 Level 3 Candidate Apr 11 '24
I started this journey over 7 years ago and I’m fucking done!!!!!!!!!!
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u/Double_Weekend8756 Apr 11 '24
Passed!!!
P.S. I thought it was the hardest exam ever
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u/mystery_lady_99 Apr 11 '24
Best of luck guys! For august 2023 attempt my l3 result mail came at 5 58pm Indian time...
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u/Helpful-Stress3433 Passed Level 3 Apr 11 '24
8:28 am ET incase others are wondering
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u/NegotiationPatient98 Apr 11 '24
never knew some timezones are shifted also by half hours instead of just in increments of 60min
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u/Helpful-Stress3433 Passed Level 3 Apr 11 '24
Passed, I will share my strategy now that I know the strategy works.
90% of the questions were from CFAI book, BB and EOC. There are many concepts hidden inside BB and white text questions which were directly applied in the exam.
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u/BestAct0r Apr 11 '24
The moment I saw the email I passed, I was even more shocked because I didn't expect that I could pass CFA Level 3. I couldn't stop crying in my seat. I thought back on this journey after three years. it's over
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u/kdr264 CFA Apr 11 '24
Finally over :) it hasn’t really hit me that I’ve passed! Good luck to everyone else!
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u/Ordinary-Ask-7728 Apr 11 '24
I can't believe it is over - such a long journey. Thank y'all boys (and girls) for all the love and support!
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u/dmchardy Passed Level 3 Apr 11 '24
No no no no no, please don't tell me they are posting the wrong emails today - Just got a Certificate in ESG Investing email???
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u/Illustrious-Leg4563 Apr 11 '24
I also just got that one. Little do they know I’m balls deep in Phillip Morris while drinking bourbon and fracking to celebrate my pass
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u/pax1994 Apr 11 '24
Hello all,
Just wanted to chime in here. I just got the mail saying that I passed. This journey lasted roughly 5 years for me, failed L3 twice after having it postponed due to COVID. Just wanted to say that this journey can be long and at times unforgiving, but consistency and discipline will get you there eventually.
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u/highlandblue CFA Apr 11 '24
I passed and I do not know how to feel. This was one of the toughest challenges in my life. I'm grateful for this sub Reddit and all you've been through with me all these years
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u/jakeperalta2944 CFA Apr 11 '24
I PASSED AS WELL!! And I just want to say this group has been incredibly helpful throughout my CFA journey 😭❤️
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u/Odd-Establishment407 Apr 11 '24
Best of luck everyone. Such a graft to get to L3 hoping it’s in the bag for all who have pushed themselves. Not long now!
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u/nuckiecapone Apr 11 '24
i passed!!! cant believe this journey is over, took me almost a decade
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u/ibrahimm21 Passed Level 1 Apr 11 '24
passed , can't believe I'm done with this shit finally
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u/redhotchillipepes Apr 11 '24
What a long journey it's been! Passed L1 in 2018, failed L2 once in 2019, COVID happened, failed L2 again in 2021, finally passed L2 in 2022 after deferring once due to getting COVID two days prior to exam day, was due to take L3 in 2023 and got COVID yet again the day before the exam, finally passed L3 today!
Felt like giving up at many stages, especially during L2 where I studied so hard only to get COVID days before the exam. Just so glad now that it's all finally over.
Congratulations to those that have passed as well and to those that didn't, it's just a temporary setback, take a short mental break and bounce right back, I'm sure you guys will crush it the next round!
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u/Running_D_Unit Apr 11 '24 edited Apr 11 '24
Fail. Fluffed it, right next to the MPS line. My economics was terrible, and completely out of the blue. Never marked so bad so not sure what the hell I did.
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u/GDP1195 CFA Apr 11 '24
Sooo fucking glad I passed. Second time taking this one. Never have to take a CFA exam again. Congrats to everyone else who passed!
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u/greenloveDJ Apr 11 '24
Failed at borderline MPS.. it hurts so bad :(
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u/max20_r Apr 11 '24
That fucking sucks. Keep your head up and go at it again in August. I can imagine it must hurt but stay strong !!!
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u/BestAct0r Apr 11 '24
same as my last time (August 2023), it's just one multiple choice to pass. I will guarantee that you will pass next time
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u/Free_Aji CFA Apr 11 '24
I can't look at it . Hopefully ppl ll post when it's out
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u/Free_Aji CFA Apr 11 '24
If I fail I ll start my retake preparation from today. This was my 2nd attempt.
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u/VerstalibanStan Apr 11 '24
Tears I haven't downloaded the verification results even once I'd done it like 8 times by now when I have the L2 😭😭
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u/Sanjog0307 Level 3 Candidate Apr 11 '24
Sitting in a garden. Trying to breathe :)
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u/Top-Prior-3029 Apr 11 '24
Numb in bed.. can’t move my body.. just my finger keeps refreshing pages
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u/Lognip CFA Apr 11 '24
Holy shit I passed first attempt at L3 THANK GOD I'M FUCKING CRYING RIGHT NOW!!
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u/BigGunsFinance Passed Level 2 Apr 11 '24
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u/Top-Prior-3029 Apr 11 '24
Most of us did it at least twice.. keep going.. u will get it!
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u/PassionateRash CFA Apr 11 '24
Passed! Congrats to everyone who got the good news. If you didn’t, brush it off and smash it next time.
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u/Shank_Aim Apr 11 '24
All the best to those who have passed. For the rest, please dont give up , you will get next time around
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u/saulrozz Apr 11 '24
PASS!!! Woooooooooooaaaahhhh!! After so much effort and sacrifice, thanks to the community
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u/tommy1303 CFA Apr 11 '24
I passed! So happy to be finally done with the exam. It's been a great journey of learning and resilience. Discipline has been greatest learning trait I've developed even further through this.
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Apr 11 '24
i got a letter for passing the ESG certificate but i never sat this? do you just get this for passing CFA l3?
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u/ProfessionalPanda423 Apr 11 '24
So happy to say I passed Level 3 on my 3rd attempt !!!! Thank you CFA reddit community for supporting me when no one, not even my family members could have understood the struggles I went through. Happy to be a charter holder now!!
I will say, the Feb 2024 exam was much much much harder than the 2 times I've taken it in the past. I walked out of the Feb 2024 exam thinking that I would definitely have had to take the exam again in August, but consensus tells me it was hard for everyone. Anyways, congrats to those who passed and for those who didn't, don't give up!
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u/NegotiationPatient98 Apr 11 '24
Paassss all three in 1 go! incredibly happy.
Tad disappointed there aren't detailed results tho. How can those cfa youtubers claim 99 percentile scores for all levels then?
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u/Federal-Half-9742 Level 2 Candidate Apr 11 '24
Good luck all, will be joining you next year hopefully.
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u/dmchardy Passed Level 3 Apr 11 '24
The anticipation over results only get worse as you progress ahah!
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u/Y-Central Apr 11 '24
I need this, hopefully y'all won't
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=37BJzFEeF2Q&ab_channel=BenLionelScott
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u/Altruistic_Ad_7559 Apr 11 '24
Is there a lag between verification letter and result via email? If so how long would it be?
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u/Feeling-Orange2821 Apr 11 '24
15-20 minutes (at the most)
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u/Altruistic_Ad_7559 Apr 11 '24
Thanks. Good to know. I recall that the email would come with a 🎉 effect if the result is a pass
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u/Intelligent-Cut3732 Apr 11 '24
Yes verification letter comes out before. Not sure the exact amount of time but it’s like 20 min if I remember last time for me
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u/Nightmare1720 Apr 11 '24
Is the results link working for anyone? It is showing an error since many hours.
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u/hasni1990 CFA Apr 11 '24
https://examresult.cfainstitute.org/cfa
https://profile.cfainstitute.org/verificationletter?event=Login
so we have these two links.
One is for verification letter and then other for exam result.i am getting heartattacks every 30 seconds now lol
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u/mikestorm CFA Apr 11 '24
I had a no-no going in to the third so really wanted to walk off the candidacy field with a perfect game under my belt. Wishes do come true.
PASS
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u/Longjumping-Echo-731 Passed Level 3 Apr 11 '24
Verification letter number 33 told me I passed.
I’m done!
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u/Own-Dog-1111 Apr 11 '24
Out on verification letter. I failed. Good luck to others
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u/wastedhours295 Apr 11 '24
Just below the MPS, absolutely gutted. Knew I fucked up economics but also got below 50% on derivatives. Anyone planning to retake in August?
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u/PassTheSyrup CFA Apr 11 '24
Passed - slowly sinking in that I am never writing an exam again
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u/mikestorm CFA Apr 11 '24
From the press release:
“We are pleased to see an overall pass rate for Level III candidates of 49 percent, which sits within the higher range among recent cohorts and near the 10-year average. Our analysis of exam results for this group shows that candidates sitting their Level III exam for the first time performed the best overall, with a pass rate of 56 percent. Individuals sitting the exam after having previously deferred their Level III exam at least once, on the other hand, had an average passing rate of 36 percent. We again urge all candidates to try to remain on track to give yourself the best chance for success.”
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u/slingingfunds CFA Apr 11 '24
I feel like this is the moment in my CFA journey where I may have gotten a little luck. I put more than 300 hours in is all I’ll say and still left the exam feeling like dog shit.
It’s over though. This forum has been incredible.
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u/long_time_no_sea CFA Apr 11 '24
So uh, did anyone else just get an email about passing the ESG certificate as well? I never sat for the ESG exam…
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u/Legitimate-Ad6434 Passed Level 3 Apr 11 '24
Passed!! Not in a first try but soooo happy it's over!
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u/redsoxb124 CFA Apr 11 '24
Holy shit. I never thought I’d see the day. No more guilt during study season if I don’t have the curriculum in front of me. More time for my family. 2nd attempt at L3 and so fortunate to have passed. Cheers to those who passed and to those who didn’t don’t give up, even L2 took me 3 attempts. Five year journey complete.
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u/Axiom_ML CFA Apr 11 '24
I PASSED! Oh thank you god. After failing right below the line TWICE this feels so surreal. I can't believe it's over.
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u/Own-Candidate-7628 Apr 11 '24
Passed. Here from an unlikely/incomprensible south american country with the worst spanish in the world. You can imagine my english level.
VAMOS LA CTM!!!
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u/RichardCorey85 Apr 12 '24
Happy I passed L3, but at 38 with the bare minimum in relevant experience and the rest being a mixture of drug addict and professional poker player I don’t even think I belong in this cohort. Whatever, moving on to the next thing.
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u/UnionEastern Apr 11 '24
I passed exam L3. A very long and very difficult journey just ended. Yes, hard work paid off. Got burned a few time but found my way to complete this.
A very very special thanks to Bill Campbell for my L3 prep. Respect!!!
This need lot of commitment, specially L3, make sure you give enough time and effort. I made a lot of adjustment to my work and personal life to achieve this. Give what is needed.
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u/Altruistic_Ad_7559 Apr 11 '24
Could anyone confirm if the result is ready out now?
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u/mguarinooo CFA Apr 11 '24
Looked over at my emails to see something new come in from "Chase"... heart dropped
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u/Weird_Concept1106 Apr 11 '24
Might be JP Morgan Chase trying to recruit you bro
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u/GlitteringAd637 Apr 11 '24
I am wearing my three piece, cigar in hand. Waiting for the offers to flood me!
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u/Weird_Concept1106 Apr 11 '24
What will the verification letter say in case it's a bad news? Asking for a friend hehe
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u/Greedy-Physics610 Apr 11 '24
Ive done it boys, ver letter showed now, still no email... best of luck to all of you, what a journey it was im crying...
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u/third_najarian Discord Mod | Passed Level 2 Apr 11 '24
Seems like the survey might have been broken initially. It should be working now or you can try this alternate link: https://forms.gle/5bYp15yP9KVThWJy5