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CPA Exam FAQ: 50 Best Questions and Answers from Readers
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Here are answers to readers’ most common CPA Exam FAQ. If you have a question that you cannot find an answer to, drop a note on my Facebook page and I’ll do my best to respond as soon as I can.
CPA Exam FAQ I Collected Since January 2010
General Questions on Accountancy and CPA
- 5 great reasons to become a CPA
- What’s the number of CPA in the US (i.e. do I have an edge)?
- What is public accounting vs non-public accounting?
CPA Exam FAQ on Starting the Process
- How do I become a CPA?
- What are CPA exam requirements?
- Do I get the CPA qualification immediately after the CPA exam?
- CPA Certificate vs License: What is the difference, do I need both?
Should I Go For CPA or Other Professional Qualifications / Degree?
CPA Exam FAQ on The Most Efficient Way to Apply
- When should I take the test / when is the testing window?
- Should I take all 4 exams together or one by one?
- Which exam should I take first?
- How long does it normally take to pass all parts?
- Prometric center for the CPA exam: how do I schedule an exam and other tips
Qualification Questions
- What should I do if I need extra credit hours to reach the 150-hour requirement?
- I did not get my degree in the US. Does my coursework fit the educational requirements?
- Does CMA/CFA/ACCA/CA qualify for the educational requirements?
Other Questions for International Candidates
- What should I watch out for in the CPA application?
- Which state is best for CPA international students?
- I’ve picked a state, but can I take the exam in another state?
How Do I Become A US CPA If I Am From…
Taking The CPA Exam Outside The US
- General information
- Middle East (4 countries)
Questions on Passing the CPA Exam
- What is the CPA exam pass rate?
- How do I start my CPA exam preparation?
- How the CPA Exam grading is done: Is it scored on a curve or not?
Questions on CPA Exam Review Courses
- How do I know if I need a review course?
- How can I compare the review courses?
- Which review course do you recommend? This and this
Questions On CPA Exam Tactics
- CPA Simulation: What are they and how are they graded?
- How can I practice using the Authoritative Literature search function?
- How to ace the Written Communications in BEC
- What should I bring (or not to bring) on the exam day?
- What’s your last minute advice?
Questions on CPA Exam Motivation
Questions on Life after CPA Exam
- My CPA exam score can’t be correct. Can I ask for a score review?
- I am done with the exam. What’s next?
- Is the CPA Ethics Exam difficult?
- I’m now a CPA. Should I get a CFA / MBA?
- What is CGMA? Is it Worth “Buying” this Designation?
CPA CPE Requirements
- How many CPE credit hourss do I need to take every year?
- Can you recommend a CPA CPE course provider?
- 8 Free CPE courses on Taxation, Excel tips and Quickbooks
Licensing Issues
- CPA licensing requirements at a glance
- I need to transfer my CPA exam credits. How can I do that?
- Do CPA exam credits expire?
- How can I make up for the extra 30 credit hours as required by the license?
Other Accounting Qualifications
- Certified Management Accountant (CMA US)
- Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
Questions On Career With A CPA
- 2010 CPA salary guide
- Accounting Big 4: CPA Salary Guide
- What’s my career path with a CPA qualification?
- I am looking for an accounting job. Can you help?
May I Help You Plan, Study And Pass The CPA Exam?
The process may sound awfully complicated, but once you take the first step in your CPA journey, it’s completely doable. I am more than happy to help you along the way!
If you find these Q&As helpful, please consider signing up to my mini-course which is completely free. I have two versions designed for candidates with different background:
If you find this article helpful, please consider signing up to my mini-course which is completely free. I have two versions designed for candidates with different background:
* Those with US degrees, or
graduate/live/work in the US
^ Those who study abroad, or
graduate/live/work outside of the US
About the Author Stephanie Ng
I am the author of How to Pass The CPA Exam (published by Wiley), and I also passed all 4 sections of the CPA Exam on my first try.Additionally, I have led webinars, such as for the Institute of Management Accountants, authored featured articles on websites like Going Concern and AccountingWeb, and I'm also the CFO for the charity New Sight.Finally, I have created other accounting certification websites to help mentor non-CPA candidates. I have already mentored thousands of CPA, CMA, CIA, EA, and CFA candidates, and I can help you too!
