Minnesota generally requires an accounting concentration in order to sit for the examination, but work experience can be used to waive the degree requirement. Please also note that only local residents are granted CPA certification in this state.
Minnesota CPA Exam Requirements
1. Education Requirements To Sit For The Exam:
- Bachelor degree or above with accounting concentration
- Accounting courses:
- Undergrad: 24 semester units
- Graduate: 15 semester units
2. Additional Requirements To Get CPA License:
Education:
- 150 semester units from an accredited university or educational institution
Work Experience:
- 1 years of relevant work experience, verified by a CPA licensee
- If 4 years or more have passed since the passing of the CPA examination, 120 hours of CPE is required
Ethics Qualification:
- Passing of the CPA Ethics Exam administered by the AICPA
3. Residency & Age Requirements:
- US citizenship not required
- Candidate must be a resident, employee, or keep office(s) in the state.
- Minimum age: 18
4. Fees:
- First-timers: $823 (4 CPA exam fees) + $175 (initial application fee, depending on the number of sections) = $998
- Repeaters: exam fees + $100-145 repeat application fees
- Certificate application fee: $55
5. Other Useful Information:
6. Contact:
Minnesota State Board of Accountancy
85 East 7th Place, Suite 125
St. Paul, MN 55101
- Email: cpaes-mn@nasba.org
- Phone: 651-296-7938
- Fax: 651-282-2644
Can’t Get Qualified In Minnesota?
Don’t give up, as you may well be qualified to register through other states and sit for the same CPA exam. With the recent Substantial Equivalency (CPA reciprocity) rule CPAs from most states can practice across the country.
- Feel free to check out the non-Minnesota CPA Exam Requirements here.
Your Next Step
Now that you have begun the process of applying for the CPA exam, it’s time to compare the CPA Exam review courses. The earlier you start, the better you can get prepared and pass the exam. You can also drop me a note on Facebook here if you have specific questions regarding CPA exam requirements. Good luck!
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Just wonder if I study there, would i be able to sit?
Hi Sally,
It will depend whether you are studying in a 4-year bachelor degree program with accounting concentration (or at least enough credits to get qualified). And you’ll need to fulfill the 150 credit hour requirements.
Regards,
Stephanie
Oh i forgot. ima graduate in U of arkansas and thinking about going to U of Minn to get master of accounting. Coz up there you say Min state only let the residents take the test and such. Would I be able to sit for the CPA there?
I see Sally. I believe if you study there you will be qualified… because you are considered a “resident” then. Cheers, Stephanie
If I have a bankruptcy and a foreclosure on my record. Would that disqualify me from taking the CPA exam? Also, would this hurt my employment opportunities significantly.
I have graduated from the University of Minnesota with a degree in Accounting but have yet to complete my 150 credits. Would I need to complete a certificate of enrollment in this case for the extra credits even though I have already graduated? If not, how do I notify NASBA that I have completed my 150 credits?
Hi Joshua,
No necessarily, but it really depends on the specific rule for each state.
Are you planning to register for the CPA exam in Minnesota? Then please call 651-296-7938 and speak with the rep at the Minnesota Board of Accountancy. Best of luck! Stephanie
Dear all,
I have set up a new comment box powered by Facebook to let me answer your questions more efficiently. It can be found right after each article. Thanks! Stephanie
Hi Molly,
Typically it is ok but it will depend on how far you are off from the 150 credit (especially whether you have fulfilled the minimum requirement for accounting courses)
Please go to this PDF for a detailed education requirements for Minnesota. hope it helps! Stephanie
Stephanie