I am a undergrad student (in my final year) should i sign up for june 2015 CFA level 1? Need Advice

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Hi,
Im currently studying degree in Finance, and i have about a year till graduation. Im really interested in signing up for CFA level 1 next year June(2015). My question is:
1) I really want to take CFA level 1 test during my last semester (Next year)
2)Im willing to put time in studying all the materials,although subject in my degree are quite tough.
3) Is it true although if i take CFA level 1, my resume will stand out. even though my CGPA is
2.5 out of 4, and that will improve my chance of getting a job?
4)Is it advisable to take the test (Level 1) although you have no completed your studies?
5)Is june Level 1 2014 edition text book/study material content are the same as level 1 june 2015 material? because i want to start studying now. so that it will reduce my chance of failing

The reason why i really want to sign up for CFA level 1 because my my grades (CGPA) cant drastically increase since i am in final year. so i think it can increase my chance to get a job. i really dream of working in investment bank. I am willing to put time in it. can anyone advise me, should i sign up for level 1?

Thanks
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I’m thinking if your GPA is 2.5, just focus on graduating for now. Not trying to be a dick or anything but it seems like you’re struggling with school to begin with. Putting an expensive, stressful, and much more challenging exam on top of that is just a waste of stress. Graduate then write in the following December. L1 isn’t going to help you get a new-grad job anyway…
Not sure if you meant to type 2014 or ‘15
 
Im gonna disagree and say go for it. I actually have a really good friend of mine who was in a similar situation.
I told him to focus on undergrad studies and pull it up, but once u dug urself in a grave its hard to come out.
He managed to pass level one, and gave me enough courage to attempt it as well.
I think after he graduates, investment companies will look at him with more interest and possibly overlook the low gpa.
however noninvestment related co, ur SOL if they look at GPA.
 
Im taking level 1 2015 June.
Im not doing too good in my studies, that is why im looking for other option to help boost my chance in getting a job. its true what you say, it is expensive, i am currenlty looking for a part time job, to pay for my CFA. but sometimes you got to do what you got to do.
Anyway thank you for your comment.
:)
 
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