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Alaska CPA Requirements: Rules on Exam and Licensing

By Stephanie Ng
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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 […]

Delaware CPA Requirements (Rules on Exam and Licensing)

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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 […]

Washington CPA Requirements (Rules on Exam and Licensing)

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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: […]

US CPA Exam for Canadians: IQEX vs Regular Application?

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Helllo Canadians! Getting qualified for the CPA exam is an easy step if you are a Canadian CA, and even if you haven’t you can still follow the steps to become a US qualified certified public accountant. Please click a link below so I can figure out the best way to help you: I am […]

I Passed! Now What’s the Next Step after CPA Exam?

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You passed! But do you know what to do after passing the CPA Exam? First of all, congratulations! You have completed the most difficult part of the CPA qualification journey: the Uniform CPA Exam. But don’t give up yet, because you still have some work before you can call yourself a CPA. So if you’re […]

Oregon CPA Requirements (Rules on Exam and Licensing)

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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 […]

CPA Reciprocity Rule and Substantially Equivalent States

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CPA reciprocity is complicated. Each state has different rules, and the rules keep changing. Before we get into the details of CPA state reciprocity, let’s take a look at the history. Then, let’s review recent developments to streamline the CPA reciprocal license process. CPA Reciprocity: Why the Need As you may know, the CPA license […]

US CPA Exam for Filipinos: Complete Guide to Get Your License

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This page is dedicated to Filipino accountants who want to obtain a US CPA license. More specifically, you might find this post helpful if you are in one of the following situations: I am an American CPA looking for job opportunities in the Philippines. I am a Filipino looking for help in passing the CPA […]

How to Study Effectively for Exams: My 9 Tips for Success

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This is my second post series on how to study for the CPA exam with young children around. I’d like to share my observations based on the stories of these amazing moms and dads, as well as from my daily conversations with aspiring CPAs. How to Study Effectively for Exams When It Seems Impossible 1. […]

CPA Exemptions for ACCA, CA, CMA, CFA®, CIA, CIMA, and More

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What are the CPA Exam requirement exemptions? And how can you qualify for CPA USA exemptions? Many financial professionals have multiple qualifications and credentials. It’s not uncommon, for example, to pursue a CPA plus another certification like the CMA or CFA®. And I often receive questions about CPA exemptions for ACCA and CIMA members, too. […]