Chapter 6
Taking the Exam
IN THIS CHAPTER
Searching for an exam session
Registering for a session
Arriving on the Big Day
After your diligent studies, you find yourself easily passing the practice exams online by a comfortable margin. Now you’re ready to — drumroll, please! — take the exam.
If you’re part of a class or study group, the exam may already be part of the program. In this case, you’re all set; just show up on time. Skip to the last section of this chapter.
If you’re studying on your own, however, read on. This chapter tells you where and when you can take the exam.
In December of 2020, the FCC released a notice that it would charge a $35 fee for new licenses, license renewals, and applications for a vanity call sign. There will be no fee for administrative updates, such as a change of mailing or email address. The starting date for collecting the fees has not been established as of February 2021 but it will be announced at least 30 days in advance. This fee is in addition to session fees charged by the sponsoring VEC.
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