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New Jersey CPA Requirements (Rules on Exam and Licensing)
The New Jersey CPA requirements have changed over the last few years, so it’s important to understand these updates if you want to become a CPA in NJ. Although New Jersey candidates previously needed 150 credit hours of higher education to earn the CPA license, they now only need 120 hours if they have additional […]
Continue readingColorado CPA Requirements (Rules on Exam and Licensing)
According to the previous Colorado CPA requirements, Colorado used to be one of the few states that didn’t require 150 credit hours to qualify for a CPA license. Since July 2015, however, Colorado has joined the rest of the states to follow the standard “3Es” requirement. So now, Colorado CPA applicants must meet the requirements […]
Continue readingKentucky CPA Requirements (Rules on Exam and Licensing)
Kentucky has a simple education requirement and does not require 150 semester units to sit for the exam. However, candidates need to meet the 150-hour rule upon the application of the license. After the Uniform CPA exam and ethics exam, 1 year of public or non-public accounting experience is enough to get the CPA license. […]
Continue readingHow to Study with Children Around: 17 Stories from Moms and Dads
I’ve gathered stories of aspiring CPAs who are parents of young children, mostly from Jeff’s Another71.com, as well as sharing from my readers. All names are aliases to protect their privacy. Mom and Dad candidates, you are AMAZING. My hat’s off to you! How to Study with Children Around (according to Moms) 1. Susan (Two […]
Continue readingMaryland CPA Requirements (Rules on Exam and Licensing)
Maryland has relatively strict rules regarding the accounting courses you need to take for the CPA Exam. Therefore, be sure to understand the Board approved curriculum (see below) before you apply for the CPA Exam in Maryland. Maryland CPA Requirements 1. Education Requirements to Sit for the CPA Exam in Maryland Bachelor’s degree or above […]
Continue readingMaine CPA Requirements (Rules on Exam and Licensing)
Maine is a relatively easy state in which to sit for the CPA Exam. For the education requirement, Maine simply expects candidates to earn a bachelor’s degree or higher within 120 days following the examination. However, the board has a strict experience requirement: they demand 2 years of public accounting experience. But, the board will […]
Continue readingKansas CPA Requirements (Rules on Exam and Licensing)
The #1 point you need to know about Kansas CPA exam requirements is that you have to be a local resident in order to get the CPA license. You will also need to accumulate 150 semester hours before you can apply. Another “special” requirement from KS State Board is that candidates are requested to take […]
Continue readingIndiana CPA Requirements (Rules on Exam and Licensing)
Indiana requires 120 semester hours of higher education to sit for the CPA Exam but 150 hours to gain the CPA license. Once you pass the CPA Exam, you’ll need to fulfill 2 years of relevant working experience. But unlike most states, you don’t need to be supervised by a CPA. That is, only verification […]
Continue readingIllinois CPA Exam Requirements (Rules on Exam and Licensing)
Illinois, which is a two-tier state, is a popular option among Canadians and other international CPA candidates. After all, Illinois does not require a Social Security Number and welcomes license applicants for the IQEX. Illinois CPA Requirements: 2026 1. Education Requirements to Sit for the CPA Exam Bachelor’s degree or above. 150 credit hours from […]
Continue readingNevada CPA Requirements (Rules on Exam and Licensing)
The Nevada State Board requires candidates to have the standard 150 credit hours of education in order to sit for the CPA Exam. Nevada CPA Requirements 1. Education Requirements to Sit for the Exam Bachelor’s degree or above. If your degree is not in accounting, you need the following courses (and they must be above […]
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