Securities Institute of America Review (2025): The Safe Bet?

The Securities Institute of America (SIA) has been around for a long time. They aren’t the flashiest option (that’s Achievable) or the most prestigious (that’s Knopman), but they offer a solid, reliable course with a unique safety net.

The Greenlight Guarantee

This is SIA’s main selling point.

• The Deal: If you take their “Greenlight Exam” within 5 days of your actual test date and pass it, they guarantee you will pass the SIE.
• The Refund: If you fail the SIE after passing the Greenlight Exam, they will refund your money.

This takes a lot of the stress out of the process. You know exactly where you stand before you walk into the testing center.

Course Materials

The “Complete SIE Exam Review Course” ($139) includes:

• Video Training: 12 hours of video lectures that follow the textbook chapter by chapter.
• Textbook: A 400-page physical textbook.
• Test Bank: 1,000+ practice questions with detailed rationales.

Pricing

At $139, SIA sits in the middle of the market. It is more expensive than Achievable ($99) but significantly cheaper than Knopman ($275+).

Scale 0-5. Ratings are our own weighted assessments.

The Platform

The only downside to SIA is the user interface. It feels a bit dated compared to the modern, app-like experience of Achievable. However, the content itself is solid and accurate.

Final Verdict

If you are the type of person who wants a physical textbook and a money-back guarantee, the Securities Institute of America is a great choice. It offers a traditional learning experience at a fair price.