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CPA Profession
How to become a CPA
(to be licensed to practice):
- The requirements are specific to each state and are under the jurisdiction of the State Board of Accountancy
- Most states recognize the licenses obtained from other states, but it is best to best to obtain a license in the state where you want to practice
- Requirements:
- Educational requirement: BBA or BBA/MS
- CPA Exam
- Professional experience (the professional experience requirements can vary significantly across states)
CPA Exam
(“Uniform CPAExamination”)- Four parts – can be taken in any order and at multiple testing sites across each state. For instance, you can sit for the exam for licensure in New Hampshire in New York.
- New Format as of 2004 – computerized, including simulation
- Candidates can sit for the exam in the first two months of every calendar quarter
Applying to take the Uniform CPA Exam
- Applications can be submitted at any time
- For first-time exam takers, the application process can take six to twelve weeks.
- Official school transcripts required
- Application process and forms: www.nasba.org/nasbaweb.nsf/exams
- Overseas applicants with equivalent bachelors degrees can apply to have their foreign education credentials evaluated by an evaluator approved by your local state accountancy board.
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