Category Archives for CPA Requirements

CPA Education Requirements: My Latest and Complete Guide

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It’s critical to know the CPA education requirements if you’re going after your CPA license. We have specific information on the CPA exam application for US candidates and international candidates. But given the many questions on CPA education and CPA continuing education requirements I’ve received over the years, it seems a review would be helpful. So, […]

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US Federal Taxation Course for CPA (as Recommended by Readers)

You may be asked to take a US Federal Taxation course for CPA if they apply for the exam in certain states such as Guam and Delaware. The Course Must be Offered by Accredited Institution Most State Boards follow the NASBA guidelines when it comes to this criteria. NASBA requires US federal taxation courses must be taken […]

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Michigan CPA Requirements (Rules on Exam and Licensing)

Michigan state board allows candidates to sit for the exam with 120 credit hours, but 150 credit hours must be completed upon applying for the license. One year of experience is needed, which is typical of the “3Es” of the CPA requirements. Michigan CPA Requirements 1. Education Requirements to Sit for the CPA Exam in […]

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Utah CPA Requirements (Rules on Exam and Licensing)

Utah’s educational requirement is pretty strict. After all, you need 150 credit hours, a lot of upper-division and graduate courses in accounting and business are required. Working experience is relatively flexible with one year of public or non-public accounting experience. Utah CPA Requirements 1. Education Requirements to Sit for the CPA Exam in Utah Candidates […]

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Texas CPA Requirements (Rules on Exam and Licensing)

For Texas CPA requirements, the State Board requires the full 150 credit hours to sit for the exam. After passing the CPA exam, you will need to accumulate 1 year of experience under the direct supervision of an active CPA licensee. Also, the AICPA ethics exam requirement has been replaced by four hours of ethics class […]

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Arizona CPA Requirements: Rules on the AZ CPA Exam, Licensing, & CPE

There isn’t a single procedure for earning a CPA license in the United States. Instead, individual jurisdictions set their own standards through state boards of accountancy. While the Arizona CPA requirements are similar to those in some other states, it’s important to know what exactly you’ll need to become a CPA in the Grand Canyon […]

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Alaska CPA Requirements: Rules on Exam and Licensing

This update of Alaska CPA requirements is for anyone sitting for the CPA Exam in Alaska. Plus, you’ll find information about CPA Alaska requirements for CPE and Alaska CPA reciprocity. Alaska CPA License Requirements To meet the CPA license requirements in Alaska, you must meet the following requirements: Identification Age Exam Education Experience Ethics Continuing […]

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Delaware CPA Requirements (Rules on Exam and Licensing)

Delaware used to be one of the most popular states for international candidates, but the rules underwent significant changes in August 2012. So if you’re an international CPA candidate, the reason why you may have wanted to check out Delaware could no longer be valid. Therefore, please read this page carefully. If you’re thinking of becoming […]

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Washington CPA Requirements (Rules on Exam and Licensing)

The Washington state board follows the “3E” CPA requirements, but the rules related to verification of experience is among the most flexible among all states. Washington CPA Requirements 1. Education Requirements to Sit for the CPA Exam in Washington Bachelor’s degree or above. 150 credit hours from an accredited university or educational institution. Accounting courses: […]

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Oregon CPA Requirements (Rules on Exam and Licensing)

The Oregon State Board requires a standard 150 credit hour requirement, but the accounting and business courses are relatively flexible. Note that there are two levels of qualifications for accountants in Oregon: the CPA and the PA (Public Accountant). Please make sure you click on the correct information on the State Board website. Oregon CPA […]

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